Indigenous Senior Cultural Producer, Indigenous Centre of Excellence

Ref 4025/24 - Indigenous Senior Cultural Producer, Indigenous Centre of Excellence

Full-Time, Fixed-Term for 2 years

Location: Parramatta South Campus

Remuneration: $130,740 to $145,135 p.a. (comprising base salary of $110,477 to $122,641 p.a., plus 17% Superannuation and Leave Loading).

This is an Identified Role and is open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants only, in accordance with Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act, 1977 NSW.

About Us

Western Sydney University is proud to be a key player in fostering the arts and cultural landscape of our region. In 2019, we launched the Western Sydney Creative Decadal Strategy, a long-term commitment to nurturing creative growth across the University and the broader community. We are also deeply committed to the Indigenous Strategy 2020-2025, which aims to empower our Indigenous community and position WSU as a national leader in Indigenous education, employment, and research.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate Senior Cultural Producer, Indigenous to lead the vision for our landmark Indigenous Centre of Excellence (ICoE) located on Darug land at the Parramatta South Campus.

The ICoE will be a space where Indigenous culture, knowledge, and community intersect. Featuring state-of-the-art facilities such as a gallery, theatre, and storytelling hub, the Centre will be a vibrant platform for learning, storytelling, and cultural celebration.

In this critical role, you will develop and produce innovative programs that align with the Centre’s goals of fostering community engagement, inclusivity, and diversity. Your leadership will shape the artistic and cultural programming of the ICoE, ensuring it becomes a space of scholarship and curatorial excellence, while serving the broader community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic vision and programming for the Indigenous Centre of Excellence.
• Develop and implement artistic initiatives that highlight Indigenous culture and heritage.
• Foster community engagement and ensure access to diverse and inclusive cultural experiences.
• Oversee the successful launch of the ICoE and its ongoing growth.

About You

You are a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person with a deep connection to your culture and community. You bring extensive experience in a cultural or creative field, with a strong focus on Indigenous communities and practices.

Your expertise in Indigenous arts, whether in performance, visual arts, or broader cultural programming, has positioned you as a leader in producing meaningful and impactful programs that engage and uplift Indigenous voices.

You have a demonstrated track record of leading arts programs that prominently feature Indigenous artists and actively engage Indigenous communities. With your in-depth understanding of Indigenous arts on a national and/or international level, you are skilled at curating culturally significant projects that resonate with diverse audiences.

You are a strong communicator, able to deliver compelling public communications and advocate for projects to a wide range of stakeholders. You are confident in presenting and promoting initiatives that celebrate Indigenous culture at a high level.

In addition to your creative and leadership skills, you have solid experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysing financial information to ensure the success of your projects. Experience in production and event management, including stage management and artist logistics, would be an added advantage.

Why Join Us?

At Western Sydney University, we are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment where your identity and contributions are respected and valued. By joining us, you will be part of a team that is genuinely dedicated to supporting and uplifting Indigenous communities, both within the University and beyond.

We offer meaningful opportunities to lead and shape programs that reflect and celebrate Indigenous culture, while staying connected to community and Country. You’ll be supported in your professional growth through mentorship, career development, and leadership opportunities, with a strong focus on advancing Indigenous voices within our institution.

We are proud of our commitment to our Indigenous Strategy, and we actively work to ensure that Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and perspectives are embedded in everything we do. Flexible work arrangements and a deep respect for cultural obligations make Western Sydney University a place where you can balance your career with your responsibilities to family and community.

If you are passionate about Indigenous culture and the arts and ready to lead the cultural programming of the Indigenous Centre of Excellence, we’d love to hear from you!

Position enquiries:

Ms Dolla Merrillees, Director Western Sydney Creative via d.merrillees@westernsydney.edu.au

Closing Date:

8:30pm, Wednesday 2 October 2024

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Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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