Job Description
Banana Shire Council is seeking amotivated and detail‐driven Coordinator – Arts and Culture, that manages the Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery and Art Collection. Help drive and grow arts, history, and cultural activity within the Banana Shire.
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Key Responsibilities
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Support the design, development and implementation of an Arts and Culture strategy for the Banana Shire.
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Support the delivery of public art and mural projects.
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Support Banana Shire communities to have access to creative opportunities, initiatives, and experiences.
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Design and deliver Shire wide public programs.
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Provide Council with expert arts, history, and culture advice.
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Manage the operational requirements of the Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery.
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Program, plan, and deliver an agreed schedule of exhibitions.
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Support the growth and development of creative communities within the Shire.
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Lead the delivery of the annual Brigalow Art's Festival.
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Effectively manage the Council's art collection and acquisitions program.
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Establish and maintain effective networks with a range of stakeholders and partners.
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Manage the recruitment, training, rostering, and ongoing leadership of the Art Gallery volunteer team.
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Support the effective delivery of the Regional Arts Development Fund.
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Identify, prepare, and submit applications for relevant funding opportunities.
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Prepare and submit relevant internal and external reports.
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Assist with planning and developing Council run promotional, heritage, and cultural events.
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Support the delivery of Council run events (e.g. Australia Day)
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Plan and monitor operational and project budgets.
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Manage the development, scheduling and delivery of content for Arts and Culture via Council's website and relevant social media platforms.
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Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of positive public relations.
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Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility, and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information.
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About You
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Demonstrated experience managing an art gallery or in the collation, maintenance, and restoration process of art collections.
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Experience in exhibition and event management.
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Demonstrated experience in supporting community capacity building.
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Engage with communities to analyse needs and develop projects that address identified needs.
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Well-developed people leadership skills that demonstrate the ability to engage with a range of people from diverse groups and build and maintain relationships.
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High level of oral and written communication skills including strong negotiation, interpretation, and report writing skills.
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High standard of keyboard and computer skills including working knowledge of the MS Office suite of programs and graphic arts and design programs such as Photoshop.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and deadlines and use initiative within set guidelines.
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Sound knowledge of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices
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Why Join Us?
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At Banana Shire Council, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that directly support the community. You'll be part of a supportive team environment that values:

📌 Coordinator - Arts And Culture (Biloela)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Biloela