Job Opportunity: Executive Director
About the role
Eastern Riverina Arts (ERA), the peak arts, culture, and creative industries organisation in the Eastern Riverina region, seeks an inspiring and strategic Executive Director to lead our dynamic team and drive meaningful impact. In this influential role, you’ll be at the forefront of regional cultural and community leadership, fostering innovation, collaboration, and cultural development.
What You’ll Do
Lead with Vision: Deliver Eastern Riverina Arts' strategic plan, ensuring our programs and initiatives are impactful, inclusive, and sustainable.
Build and Foster Partnerships: Collaborate with funding bodies, councils, creatives, and partner organizations to enhance ERA's profile and sustainability.
Strengthen the Riverina's Creative Ecosystem: Oversee transformative sector development programs including The Station Creative Workspace, CreativeRiverina.com and the Riverina Touring Network.
Inspire and Empower: Cultivate a positive, high-achieving organizational culture that supports professional growth and empowering community engagement.
What We’re Looking For
You’re a proven leader with a passion for arts and culture, bringing strong strategic, financial, and people-management skills. You’ll have experience in arts, cultural and business development, program delivery, and stakeholder engagement, coupled with a commitment to inclusivity and sustainability. With strong networks, and an entrepreneurial spirit, you’re ready to amplify ERA’s impact.
Why Join Us
This is your opportunity to work with artists, creative organizations, councils and partners to shape the cultural landscape of a thriving region. ERA offers a collaborative environment, and the chance to lead transformative projects that inspire artists and communities alike.
Period of Employment
Full Time, ongoing. A 6-month probationary period applies.
Remuneration
$90,000 - $98,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications + superannuation in line with the Super Guarantee. In addition, a work vehicle is provided (reasonable private usage included).
Working Hours
Full-time 38 hours a week. Some weekends and evenings will be required, and a flexible working hours agreement is in place.
Location
The position will be based in Wagga Wagga. The Executive Director regularly attends events and meetings across the Eastern Riverina Arts Service Region.
Application Process
To receive an information pack, contact Tim Kurylowicz on 02 6921 6890. To discuss the role in further detail, please contact: Ann Sutton, Chair of the Board of Directors, on 0488 971 125. To apply, please send to the Executive Director exec@easternriverinaarts.org.au: A Cover Letter, A CV (Maximum 2 pages), and a written response to the applicant questions, as listed in the information pack. Applications close: 5pm, Monday 10 February 2025. Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to take place during the week starting 17 Feb.
Station Creative Workspace
Address: 54-58 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga, NSW
Phone: (02) 6921 6890
Phone for an appointment.
We are supported by the NSW Government through CREATE NSW. We are part of a statewide network of Regional Arts Development Organisations and are a member of Regional Arts NSW. We gratefully acknowledge the in-kind and financial support of our region's Councils - Bland, Coolamon, Cootamundra-Gundagai, Junee, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys, Temora, Wagga Wagga. The Eastern Riverina Arts team acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we live and work — the Wiradjuri, the Ngarigo and the Wolgalu people — today and every day. We pay our respects to all elders — past, present and emerging.