Role type: Part Time(0.6FTE); Fixed Term Department : Chancellery; Museums and Collections Salary: UoM 5 - $85,238 - $97,906 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% super Contribute to Melbourne's cultural fabric, engage with diverse academic and public audiences, develop skills in museum exhibition management Apply now to join our dynamic Exhibitions team and help shape the future of university museums Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As an Exhibitions Officer at the University of Melbourne's Museums and Collections Department, you'll play a crucial role in the delivery of dynamic, cross-disciplinary exhibitions that engage both academic and public audiences. Working across leading cultural venues including Buxton Contemporary, Science Gallery Melbourne, and the Ian Potter Museum of Art, you will provide essential administrative support for ambitious curatorial projects, contributing to the University's vision of a unified Cultural Commons, celebrating art, science, and culture. Your responsibilities will include: Support Exhibition Development: Assist in the planning, coordination, and delivery of engaging exhibitions across multiple university venues. Manage Administrative Processes: Handle contracts, invoices, and financial records to ensure smooth project execution. Coordinate Timelines and Resources: Help schedule and track exhibition projects, ensuring efficient use of time and materials. Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with colleagues to support installation, improve processes, and achieve strategic objectives. You may be a great fit if: You are an organised and collaborative professional with a background in museum or gallery administration, possessing strong project support skills and a passion for enhancing cultural engagement in an academic setting. You may also: Hold a graduate qualification in a relevant discipline or have equivalent experience. Have experience in administrative or project support roles, ideally in cultural institutions. Possess strong organisational and time management skills, adept at handling multiple deadlines. Be familiar with financial systems and processes, including invoice handling and budget tracking. Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder liaison. Be proficient in or willing to learn internal project management and financial systems. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively and respectfully within a diverse team. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – The Museums and Collection Department The Museums and Collection Department aims to build a collaborative and flexible network around the University’s cultural assets to enable students, staff members local and global communities to gain knowledge and understanding of contemporary and traditional cultures, scientific discovery and creative practice. The objectives of the Department are as follows: To further the University’s academic mission through new pedagogical and engagement opportunities To respect the past and lead into the future by providing a platform for students, staff and communities to gain access and an understanding of the contemporary and traditional cultures, values and knowledges of Indigenous Australians, and To serve the community within and beyond the campus boundaries by capitalising on the University’s substantial cultural estate to build a global reputation, student and public engagement. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Bec Tucker on 0478 269 660 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support. Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description. Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Alessandro Storani hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 13 October 2025 -12:01AM (AEST) / Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-004943 Exhibitions Officer - PD.pdf
