Creative Australia

Creative Australia is the Australian Government’s principal arts investment and development agency. We invest in and advocate for artists, creative work, creative organisations and cultural participation, so all Australians can express their creative potential, take part in arts and culture, and experience the diverse stories of our nation.

Our Purpose

Champion and invest in human creativity, culture and connection for all.

Our Culture

We are proud to have been named an Inclusive Employer for the 4th consecutive time by Diversity Council Australia. This achievement reflects our commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We strive to establish and sustain a diverse and inclusive workforce, fostering a culturally safe and supportive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work.

Your role In this role you will lead the identification, development and delivery of Business Development and Partnerships initiatives, co-investment programs and key partnerships, and manages high value stakeholder relationships that strengthen Creative Australia’s public values, whilst supporting Australian artists, creative organisations and sector partners.

What you’ll be doing

- Identifying, developing and securing private-sector co-investment and strategic partnerships that advance Creative Australia priority programs, working adaptively to respond to emerging opportunities and shifting sector conditions, including Australia’s participation at the Venice Biennale and Creative Workplaces.

- Developing and leading high value partnerships that deliver genuine mutual value across prioritised portfolios of health and wellbeing, children and young people, and place (at the intersection of trade and tourism).

- Driving new strategic initiatives that unlock pathways for co-investment and partnerships, including developing compelling propositions, business cases and co-investment proposals that demonstrate the social, cultural and economic value and impact of Australian creativity.





- Leading the development and delivery of the Australian World Heritage Residency, guiding key co-investment relationships and stakeholder engagement, to inform program design and to ensure compliant, well governed investment processes.

- Leading the development and delivery of AusArt Day, driving advocacy and stakeholder engagement that, builds its profile and strengthens its capacity to attract greater private-sector investment in Australian arts and culture.

- Representing Creative Australia in relevant business, philanthropic, investment and industry forums to build relationships and identify opportunities.

- Increasing the visibility and reach of Creative Australia’s private investment and co-investment programs, maintaining and building partnerships that extend engagement with broader and more diverse audiences.

Location:

This role is hybrid, based out of either our Sydney or Melbourne offices. Our standard arrangement is 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. We're open to discussing what flexibility around this could look like.

What this means for you

- Full time, permanent opportunity
- Salary of $132,090 + 12% superannuation
- Paid leave between Christmas and Current Year
- Paid cultural leave to attend religious or cultural obligations
- Wellbeing programs and corporate discounts
- Holistic employee assistance program for employees, their families, and kin

How to apply

Submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the job requirements outlined in the position description at the Creative Australia careers page. If you need any support or have any questions about submitting your application, contact Gillian Mercer, Director Business Development and Partnerships at [email protected] and [email protected]

Applications close 29 September 2026 at 11:59pm.

This is not an Australian Public Service position.

Creative Australia is committed to equity and inclusion. We recognise that exceptional talent comes in various forms. We welcome and celebrate candidates from all backgrounds, believing that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and drive our success

📌 Manager Business Development and Partnerships (Sydney)
🏢 Creative Australia
📍 Sydney