Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger. Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community. The Position The Curator, First Nations leads the development of all First Nations programs at MAMA, playing a vital role in embedding First Nations perspectives and cultural knowledge in the MAMA artistic program and related public and outreach programs. Working 35 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO Flexible working arrangement Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team About us We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient and liveable city full of opportunities, and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work and invest. Qualifications & experience Tertiary qualifications in Art History, Theory, Fine Arts, Curatorial Studies, or related field or relevant, equivalent work experience. Statutory Declaration or Certificate confirming Aboriginality Experience in First Nations art and culture including established networks within local and wider First Nations communities. Tasks & responsibilities Lead the development of all First Nations programs within the MAMA artistic program and provide oversight of First Nations engagement and outreach programs, in alignment with the museum’s strategic programming goals. Develop artistic programs centred on First Nations artists, artworks, and cultural knowledge, in collaboration with Curatorial & Collections team. Maintain strong working relationships with First Nations communities locally and widely. Work collaboratively with the Curatorial & Collections team on exhibition projects across the museum’s artistic program. Work with the Curatorial & Collections team on the development of the Murray Art Museum Albury collection. Hours Based on 35 hours per week, across a 7-day spread, with actual days and times being worked in accordance with facility roster. Hours worked on weekends will attract the appropriate loadings. Benefits Live and work in a culture rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff) and a range of leave options and support programs. AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. This role closes on the 10 August 2025 The role may close earlier for the right applicant. Should you require any further information for this role please email Michael Moran on michael.moran@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 0404 217 696.
