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January 2010
BBC trust
The Department for Culture Media and Sport would like to invite applications for a member of the BBC Trust. more >
South Bank & Bankside Cultural Quarter (London) Executive Coordination – Consultant
The SBBCQ is looking for a highly skilled coordinator/consultancy role to lead its development. The successful candidate will help to develop the strategic vision for the cultural quarter, support and develop various sub-groups (including Olympics, Creative Spaces & Places, Learning, Communication and Advocacy) and act as an ambassador and spokesperson for the group in a wide range of contexts. more >
British Library - Chair
Appointment of Chair - The Department for Culture Media and Sport would like to invite applications for Chair of the Board of the British Library more >
Senior Contracts Officer
The position holder(s) effectively and efficiently administers the Division's funding program and grant review panels and is responsible for the relationship management of contracts with Arts organisations and applicants. more >
Director, Marketing
Responsible for cross-platform communications with the public and arts sector, you’ll provide the strategic lead on above the line, digital, print and events communications. more >
Research Analyst
The Research Analyst will analyse major issues and trends pertaining to the arts in Australia and develop recommendations based on extensive and targeted research and evaluation. more >
PhD Scholarships - University of Leicester
The School of Museum Studies at the University of Leicester is advertising 6 PhD scholarships and awards, for full- and part-time students to begin in the academic year 2010/11. more >
February 2010
Development Manager
Following the success of the 2009 Festival, they are now seeking an experienced fundraiser to join the development team. more >
Head of 2012 programme integration and assurance
One of the key roles for the Government Olympic Executive (GOE) is to provide assurance for Government that the financial and operational risks to successful delivery of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and their Legacy (The 2012 Programme) are being properly managed. more >
Assistant Director (Strategic Planning)
You will be part of the Planning and Policy Group which undertakes strategic planning and research, and works with stakeholders to develop arts policies and strategies in arts education, capability development and arts infrastructure. more >
Assistant Director (Infrastructure Planning)
You will be part of the Planning and Policy Group which undertakes strategic planning and research, and works with stakeholders to develop arts policies and strategies in arts education, capability development and arts infrastructure. more >
Manager (Arts Development)
You will be involved in the development of artists, arts companies and businesses in performing, literary and visual arts. more >
Cultural Regeneration Officer, Manchester City Council
A Cultural Regeneration Officer with the vision, drive and enthusiasm to develop and deliver a comprehensive arts and cultural programme across the wards of New East Manchester. more >
Range of positions available at Arts Council England
Positions in a variety of business areas are currently available at Arts Council England. Arts Council England champions, develops and invests in art that enriches people’s lives. more >
Chair of the Axis Board of Trustees
Axis is seeking a new Chair to succeed Susan Royce in November 2010. more >
Policy Adviser (Permanent, Full-time). Vacancy 2010/3
The Ministry for Culture and Heritage are seeking a Masters graduate with at least one year’s policy experience to join their arts, culture and heritage Policy Group. more >
Program Manager (Associate Deputy Director)
As the Associate Deputy Director of Office of Museum Services, the incumbent oversees the largest federal grant program devoted specifically to funding museums. more >
Coordinator, Alternative Indicators of Well-Being for Melanesia Project
The Department of Statistics and the Vanuatu National Cultural Council are looking for a suitable person to coordinate a project to develop statistical indicators or measures of “well being” appropriate to the Vanuatu context, that recognise the traditional economy and other non-monetary values contributing to our quality of life, that can supplement the current GDP measure. more >
Design Director
As the Design Director, you will be responsible for providing national leadership and direction concerning agency assessments of funding and other assistance for the field of Design. more >
Assistant Manager (Research)
You will drive economic research projects, which includes statistical data collection, analysis and research to support the formulation and review of policies and initiatives in the economic and social sectors under MICA's purview. more >
Assistant Director (Research)
You will drive a broad segment of research relating to MICA’s work and engage in research to support the formulation and review of policies and initiatives in the economic and social sectors under MICA's purview. more >
Deputy Director (Language and Learning)
As Deputy Director, you will formulate and review policies to develop the cultural and heritage landscape in Singapore, which contribute to the development of Singapore as a distinctive global city for the arts and culture. more >
Human Resources Officer
Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, the Human Resources Officer will have responsibility for all day-to-day operational activities relating to personnel. more >
Project Manager, Arts Organisations
You will provide comprehensive project planning and implementation and administrative support to the Major Performing Arts Board, and the Arts Organisations division. You will contribute to the division’s role in providing advice, expertise, services and resources to artists and arts organisations in the areas of capacity development, market development, digital programs, and strategic planning. more >
Arts Development Officer
You will assist in the development of artists, arts companies and businesses in performing, literary and visual arts. more >
March 2010
Deputy Program Director
The Deputy Program Director will maintain a broad overview of ACNP's program activities, and will assist the Program Director in managing, coordinating, developing, and reporting on relevant program areas. more >
Corporate Communications Officer
You will be involved in media liaison, coordination of media events, media monitoring, handling public enquiries, managing a multi-media library and other administrative duties. more >
Manager, Information Technology
You will be part of a team that is responsible for all aspects of the usage of technology within the organisation. This includes, but is not limited to, analysis, planning, project management, testing, training and technical support. more >
Theater/Musical Theater Director
As the Theater and Musical Theater Director, you will be responsible for providing national leadership and direction concerning agency assessments of funding and other assistance for the field of Theater and Musical Theater. more >
Senior Human Resources Adviser, Corporate Resources
You will be providing expert operational human resources services and advice across the organisation and supporting the work of the Director Human Resources. You will provide generalist HR advice and operational services to all divisions of the Australia Council. more >
Request for tenders - research on young emerging arts practitioners
Creative New Zealand is inviting tenders for a research project that will investigate current trends in the practice and development needs of young, emerging arts practitioners. more >
British Museum Trustee
The British Museum would like to invite applications for one Trustee position. This is a Prime Minister appointment, on recommendation by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. more >
Culture Jobs International (CJI)
A new European website that keeps cultural operators informed about jobs in Europe, and enables cultural organisations to recruit from across Europe. Our main collaborator is Changing Room (Trans Europe Halles project to stimulate cross-border mobility of cultural operators). more >
Opera Company NI - Artistic Director
Responsible for ensuring that the Opera Company NI thrives artistically and is a vital source of creative energy within the local community. more >
Head, Arts Services Unit
The Director, Arts Disciplines, contributes to the strategic planning and long range development of the Arts Discipline Division. more >
Manager (Corporate Development)
You will be involved in the smooth running of the Council’s administrative support system. This includes management of the registry, office services and provision of secretariat support to the Council. more >
Assistant Director, Corporate Communications
You will be responsible for the planning and implementation of NAC’s strategic communication programmes and the cultivation of local and international media relations to profile the Council and publicise its products and initiatives. more >
Education Division and the Inter-American Development Bank Cultural Center: Call for Proposals
IDB invites Latin American and Caribbean artists to submit proposals for an exhibition on the theme of Education in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics. more >
División de Educación y el Centro Cultural del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo: Convocatoria
BID invita a artistas latinoamericanos y caribeños a presentar propuestas para una exposición sobre el tema de la Educación en las Ciencias Naturales y la Matemática. more >
Contemporary Art Development Officer
This post is a joint post developed by Arts Council England, East Midlands and National Trust, East Midlands to build and engage new audiences through contemporary art and to enhance emerging and established artist’s careers and is set within the context of a national partnership set up between the two organisations. more >
Manager (Finance)
You will be involved in the management of the Council’s finance and accounts as well as preparation and control of the Council’s budget. more >
Director, National Dance Teachers Association
The National Dance Teachers Association (NDTA), recognised as the national voice for dance in schools, is seeking to appoint a dynamic and visionary Director to take overall responsibility for our programmes and provide strategic leadership to the organisation at an exciting stage of its development. more >
April 2010
Project Executive
ASEF’s Cultural Exchange Department seeks to engage a motivated project executive for immediate start. ASEF’s Cultural Exchange Department undertakes innovative programmes in cultural cooperation, sustaining various mechanisms for dialogue, the exchange of ideas, as well as sharing of information and best practices in the field of arts and culture. more >
Project Officer
The project officer will report to the Director and Assistant Director of the Cultural Exchange Department and assist the project team in selected projects with a specific focus on the culture360.org portal. more >
Request for Tender - Evaluation of the Artist in Residence Initiative
To evaluate the creative education partnerships: artist in residence initiative (AIR). more >
Manager/Assistant Manager (Arts and Heritage Development)
As Manager/ Assistant Manager (Arts and Heritage Development), you will be joining MICA at an exciting point in time. MICA has just announced plans to embark on a major Arts and Culture Strategic Review for Singapore’s cultural development to prepare Singapore to make a quantum leap towards the next phase of cultural development, and become a leading global city and endearing home for Singaporeans. more >
Senior Adviser Planning and Reporting (Maternity Cover)
Do you want to be part of a creative and dynamic organisation and have the chance to make an impact on its planning and reporting processes? more >
UNESCO Seeks Consultants
As part of UNESCO initiatives to promote the culture and development agenda, the Organization is currently seeking consultants to support the project “Capacity-Building for Culture in Development: Using New UNESCO Policy/Programming Tools” funded by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation. more >
Programme Specialist (Culture)
Under the authority of the Director of the Division of Cultural Expressions and Creative Industries and the direct supervision of the Chef of the Section of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions, the incumbent will be responsible for executing the operational programme of activities required to implement the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (2005). more >
Request for Tenders: Increasing Private Sector Support for the Arts
Creative New Zealand is commissioning research, with an associated action plan, into increasing private sector support for the arts. more >
Creative Scotland Seeks Directors of Creative Development
As a Director of Creative Development you will provide dynamic and professional leadership, inspiration and vision to Creative Scotland, the new national agency for the promotion and development of the arts film, media and the creative industries in Scotland. more >
May 2010
Director, Marketing
Head Office, Westminster, Director Marketing, Salary £51,000 pro-rata per annum plus excellent benefits more >
Chief Executive, Jacksons Lane
Working closely with the Board of Directors and the Artistic Director you will implement the business plan, lead the staff team and help to ensure our long–term viability through the efficient and effective management of the company. more >
ELIA Deputy Director (Full time)
A key management post with responsibility for communications and advising on future strategic planning.
Deadline for applications: 15 June
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Call for applications: 2010 Cultural Policy Research Award
Designed to foster academic and applied cultural policy research and to explore issues at stake in contemporary Europe, the Cultural Policy Research Award aims to contribute to new competence building among young scholars in comparative cultural policy research. more >
June 2010
Knowledge Exchange Post-doctoral Fellow
The College is seeking to appoint a Knowledge Exchange Post-doctoral Fellow for a period of one year, ending 31 July 2011. The Fellow will be based within the School or Department most appropriate to their research interests/ expertise but must work to develop research projects involving participation from across the College. more >
Manager (Youth Arts)
You will be involved in planning and implementing programmes that support the delivery of youth arts projects, including Noise Singapore. more >
Director, Arts Training
The Arts & Culture Group works to develop a rich and stimulating cultural sector for all Australians. more >
Deputy Director
A key management post with responsibility for communications and advising on future strategic planning. more >
Project Officer, Cultural Exchange
ASEF’s Cultural Exchange Department seeks to engage a motivated project officer for immediate start. ASEF’s Cultural Exchange Department undertakes innovative programmes in cultural cooperation, sustaining various platforms for dialogue including the use of internet. more >
Visual Creativity: My World
The Contest aims to (i) stimulate students' creativity through visual artworks, (ii) foster international art and cultural exchange, and (iii) enable the regional/countries' adults/leaders to have a better understanding of the younger generation and develop planning to cater for the younger generation's better living. more >
Partnership and Networks Officer
Join the Canada Council's team and play a role in supporting Canadian creativity. The Canada Council is a dynamic, highly-respected national agency with a mandate to promote the study and enjoyment of, and production of works in, the arts. more >
Call for proposals: Cultural Cooperation Grants
Call for proposals to grant subsidies in 2010 to UCLG member cities and local governments from Africa, Latin America and the Mediterranean for international cooperation projects in the framework of Agenda 21 for culture. more >
Discipline Director (Local Arts Agencies and Challenge America Fast-Track)
Candidates must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the Local Arts Agencies field, as well as a broad knowledge of current artistic trends to address the diverse, multidisciplinary constituents who apply under the Challenge America Fast-Track category. more >
Artistic Director 2012-2016
The University of Western Australia has begun an international search for a new Artistic Director for the Perth International Arts Festival, the oldest international arts festival in Australia and Western Australia’s premier cultural event. more >
Administrative Assistant
IETM is seeking a person to join its team and perform administrative tasks of the network Secretariat. more >
Head, Digital and Print Media
You will use research and market intelligence to exploit the potential of digital communications, developing effective and innovative ways to connect audiences to the arts and engage with our stakeholders. more >
2010 Call for Applications: International Fund for Cultural Diversity
The 2010 Call for Applications to the International Fund for Cultural Diversity is now open. more >
July 2010
Lecturers in Culture, Digital Humanities and Creative Industries
As a result of a significant development of teaching and research in the new Creative Arts hub of the School of Arts and Humanities, King's College London is making five new appointments. more >
Lecturers/Senior Lecturer in Culture, Media and Creative Industries
As a result of a significant development of teaching and research in the new Creative Arts hub of the School of Arts and Humanities, King's College London is making five new appointments. more >
Director, Museums and Art Galleries of the Northern Territory
Provide executive leadership to the Museums and Art Galleries of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) facilities and resources, and advocacy for the visual arts and natural sciences in the Northern Territory. more >
Project Officer, Cultural Exchange
The project officer will be actively working on the development of specific projects, acquire a better knowledge of Asia-Europe international relations & cultural exchange and get the opportunity to contribute his/her knowledge and past experience to the assigned projects. more >
Young Professionals
In 2007, the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat implemented the Young Professionals programme, in recognition of the need to foster the development of young people with policy skills; scale up human resources; and strengthen policy mandates and the associated effective realisation of the Pacific Plan. more >
Assistant State Manager
The Arts and Culture Divisions deliver a range of Indigenous arts, cultural, heritage and broadcasting
programs through a national network of staff based in metropolitan and regional areas across Australia.
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Executive Director Arts Development
The Executive Director is responsible for work in national and international market development, arts marketing, business development and research and strategic analysis. more >
Arts Management Project Interns
Peregrine Arts is seeking paid Arts Management Project Interns to work on a large study examining how fine and performing arts organizations utilize space in historic churches and synagogues in Center City Philadelphia. more >
August 2010
Call for expression of interest for Consultant, Situation Analysis of the Cultural Industries in the Pacific
Expressions of interest are invited for the provision of consultancy services to undertake a detailed study to assist SPC to present an analysis of the state of the cultural industries in the Pacific in order to assist governments and all other stakeholders, gain a sound understanding of the place and role of the cultural industries in Pacific economies and societies. more >
NSW Manager, Artsupport Australia
This exciting new role, based in Sydney, is responsible for growing cultural philanthropic support in NSW. Its primary focus will be on Western Sydney and Aboriginal arts. more >
Senior Manager, Arts Education and Community Arts
Leading a team of seven, you will deliver a year-round programme of arts education and community arts initiatives as well as the education and community events for the Abu Dhabi Festival. more >
Deputy Secretary General of Arterial
The Steering Committee agreed at its recent meeting to recruit and appoint a Deputy Secretary General both to assist the Secretariat in managing its increasing range of activities and as part of its strategic succession planning. more >
Golden Jubilee Celebration Competition
For the achievements of the Continent after 50 years of Independence, we will like to have an in-depth focused presentation from each of the 17 African Countries during the ICACD 2010. The proposed presentation should center on the history of the Country, the present situation and the future development prospects. However, cultural dimensions should be evident in the proposed presentation. more >
Chief Executive Officer
The position purpose is to provide CEO level leadership to Museums & Galleries NSW. more >
September 2010
Coordinator of Oceania Centre for Arts, Culture and Pacific Studies
The Position of Coordinator OCACPS is created to coordinate (develop, manage, supervise, evaluate and report) on teaching and learning at Undergraduate level in Pacific Studies and the art and culture activities, events and functioning of the arts and culture division. more >
STEP beyond Travel Grants
STEP beyond – stimulates and supports cross-cultural creative projects in the wider European neighbourhood. It encourages artists and cultural workers to explore unfamiliar territories, network with each other, discover different ways of working and, most importantly, collaborate. more >
2010 ACP Courier Photo Competition
The themes of the competition (as they relate to African, Caribbean and Pacific countries and development): trade, climate change, culture and science and technology more >
ECF Collaboration Grants scheme
Are you working on a cultural project with partners from different European countries, maybe with different sectors collaborating? Then your project could be eligible for a grant! more >
Collaboration Grants
Collaboration Grants fund transnational, cross-sectoral activities by independent cultural and artistic organisations working together or with organisations from other sectors. more >
Call for expressions of interest – arts and health
The Arts Council is currently requesting expressions of interest from organisations with significant arts and health expertise that are interested in developing an independent national arts and health website, and embedding its long-term development into the ongoing work of their organisation. more >
October 2010
Contemporary Craft Sector Mapping and Impact Study 2011 Invitation to tender
The Crafts Council seeks to contract a freelance research consultant or consultancy, to undertake a mapping and impact study of the contemporary craft sector. more >
Executive, Performing Arts
The Executive, Performing Arts reports directly to the Chief Executive and is a member of the Executive Team. This role is responsible for the Performing Arts Portfolio. more >
Director, Finance
You will be responsible for providing strategic and operational support to the organisation and ensuring good financial control. more >
Assistant Director, Public Engagement
Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director, Public Engagement, will lead the development of innovative, relevant, financially well- managed and well- marketed exhibitions, web, education and public programs. Working closely with the Director, the Assistant Director will also lead the Museum's fundraising, marketing and Members programs. more >
Senior Programme Adviser – Pacific Arts (Wellington or Auckland)
As a member of the Arts Development Team, you will be responsible for managing and delivering sector wide, pan art form and art form development programmes and initiatives, including funding progammes. more >
Chief Financial Officer
Experienced and suitable qualified individuals are invited to apply for the position of Chief Financial Officer reporting to the CEO and will be based at Newtown, Johannesburg. more >
November 2010
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in First Nations/Aboriginal Art History
Concordia University’s Department of Art History invites applications for one tenure-track position in the field of First Nations/Aboriginal Art History for July 1, 2011. We welcome applications from specialists in First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit arts and culture. more >
WIPO Indigenous Intellectual Property Law Fellow
The WIPO Indigenous Intellectual Property Law Fellowship builds on a series of initiatives to ensure that indigenous peoples are actively and effectively involved in the work of WIPO on issues that matter to them. more >
Manager/ Executive (Capability Development)
You will be involved in the development of policies and strategies to ensure that the relevant manpower and capability needs are met through education and training; working closely with stakeholders to plan and implement programmes that support continual training and improvement among our arts practitioners and professionals; and grooming the next generation of cultural leaders, professional companies and peak bodies to spur growth. more >
Media Arts Director
This position is located in the Visual Arts Division, Office of the Deputy Chairman for Programs & Partnerships, National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). more >
Media Arts Director (NEA)
This position is located in the Visual Arts Division, Office of the Deputy Chairman for Programs & Partnerships, National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). more >
Project Manager: Sustainability
Integral to building sustainability of the African creative sector, is developing support on the African continent itself. Arterial Network has identified the need to establish an African Fund for Arts and Culture and to develop the private sector as a key ally in achieving growth and sustainability of the African creative sector. more >
Communications and Marketing Officer
This post requires a full-time, energetic and creative person to promote and look after the Arterial Network brand, and manage all aspects of its profile and communication vehicles including its websites, newsletters, publications, social media (Twitter, Facebook, You Tube, etc). more >
French/English Translator and Project Manager
This post requires a full-time, highly competent translator to translate documents and information from English to French and French to English. more >
Digital and Visual Media Adviser
Creative New Zealand is looking for an experienced, high performing Digital and Visual Media Adviser to join a team of enthusiastic communications professionals. more >
Call for proposals: Investing in People 2007-2013
Available for ACP cultural operators the call focuses on governance (gouvernance de la culture) and strengthening capacities of non-state actors in the cultural sector. The organisation of cultural or artistic activities must not be the main objective of proposed actions. more >
December 2010
Project Manager, Arts Development
The Project Manager develops, manages and implements national and international projects across artform to sustain and grow the demand and market capacity for Australian artists and arts organisations through innovative strategies and solutions. You will consult with and advise the sector, external partners and stakeholders, artform boards and Australia Council employees to achieve market development objectives. more >
Manager Arts Sector
The Ministry for Culture and Heritage Te Manatū Taonga advises government on cultural matters. We are seeking an experienced public sector policy manager to join our recently re-organised Cultural Policy Branch management team. more >
Associate Professor in Cultural Policy Studies
The Centre for Cultural Policy Studies is an international centre for research and postgraduate teaching in the fields of cultural policy, cultural management and the creative and media industries. We wish to appoint an Associate Professor in Cultural Policy Studies, to play a leading role in the Centre's research and teaching. more >
Graduate Assistantships for Research
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for Graduate Assistant scholarships to undertake a Masters degree or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by research only at The University of the South Pacific (USP). The awards are tenable from early 2011 and maybe held in any member country of USP. Research areas include 'Pacific Cultures'. more >
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