Join the West Australian Symphony Orchestra as Community Engagement Coordinator and help bring live music to people across our community. You will coordinate and deliver WASO’s Community Engagement programs, creating opportunities for people of all ages and levels of musical experience to participate in enjoying live music.

This is an opportunity to combine your passion for the arts and community with hands-on program delivery, supporting everyone from those discovering music for the first time to experienced enthusiasts.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Education & Community Manager, the Community Engagement Coordinator plays a key role in the planning and delivery of WASO’s Community Engagement programs. The role also provides administrative and operational support to the Education and Community Manager across WASO’s Education and Community portfolio.

- Program planning, administration and reporting

- External stakeholder engagement

- Event and performance coordination

- Program evaluation and continuous improvement

- Resource and budget coordinator

- Coordination of musicians for outreach performances

- Health, safety and child safeguarding responsibilities

About You

You are passionate about connecting people with music and bringing community programs to life. You bring:

- Excellent planning and organisation skills

- Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects and adapt to program goals

- The ability to engage with a broad range of external stakeholders including Community, Disability, and relevant Government, Education and Performing Arts communities

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

- A collaborative,



flexible and solutions-focused approach

- Solid administrative and reporting capabilities

- Tertiary qualifications in Music, other relevant field or equivalent demonstrated experience

- A commitment to child safety and well being

- Interest and knowledge of orchestral music is desirable

- A WA Drivers licence and reliable vehicle

- A current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Why Join WASO?

In addition to joining one of Australia's leading arts organisations, you will enjoy:

- The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people and their communities

- The opportunity to work alongside exceptional musicians, educators and arts professionals

- Complimentary or discounted access to many WASO performances

- Professional development opportunities

- Salary packaging and novated leasing options

- Employee Assistance Program access

- Health and wellbeing initiatives

- A supportive and collaborative workplace culture

Most importantly, you will have the opportunity to coordinate programs that use music as a catalyst for confidence, connection, aspiration and social change.

About WASO

For almost a century, WASO has brought world-class musical experiences to West Australians.





As the State Orchestra and the largest employer of performing artists in Western Australia, we connect with more than two million people each year through performances, education programs and community engagement initiatives.

We are passionate about creating exceptional experiences through music while fostering a workplace culture built on excellence, passion and teamwork.

Through collaboration, creativity and innovation, we connect communities, inspire future generations and enrich the cultural life of WA.

Why This Role Matters

Live music should be within everyone’s reach. WASO’s Community Engagement programs take music beyond the concert hall into aged care homes, Education Support Centres, Perth Children’s Hospital and other venues across the metropolitan area.

As Community Engagement Coordinator, you will help turn this commitment into thoughtfully organised, welcoming experiences, working with musicians and community partners to connect more people with live music. Your care, coordination and attention to detail will help make participation possible for people who might otherwise miss out.

Apply Now

If you are seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution through music and community impact, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit:

Your current resume; and
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the position.

WASO is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of all ages, identities and experiences.

📌 Community Engagement Coordinator (Perth)
🏢 West Australian Symphony Orchestra
📍 Perth