artsACT is seeking an experienced arts programs officer to lead a small team engaged in delivering strategic policy and arts funding advice to the ACT Government. The Director, Arts Programs will manage the delivery and development of the ACT Arts Fund across a number of categories which support individual artists, arts organisations and community groups. The successful candidate will have excellent analytical and conceptual skills and high-level management skills including financial, project and program management. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other requirements: Knowledge and understanding of arts and cultural issues, including support for artists and arts organisations, within the ACT and nationally, is desirable. Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to apply: Please submit a two-page pitch addressing the capabilities required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position, as outlined in the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 June 2026 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency.
