Programs and Events Coordinator

The Programs and Events Coordinator works as part of a small team, balancing independence, initiative and collaboration. The position supports curatorial staff to deliver programs (e.g. live performances and music, talks and forums, workshops for children, families and adults) and works with front of house, external relations and marketing staff to deliver events (e.g. exhibition openings, member previews and major partner events, such as the annual TarraWarra Festival with the Australian Chamber Orchestra weekend concert). Working with the General Manager, the position supports the Museum to build sustainable income through the development of venue hire strategy.

This is a part-time 0.8 FTE position in a hybrid working environment. Normal working hours will be between Tuesday to Sunday 9am-5pm.

There is a requirement to be onsite as part of the delivery of events, including weekend work and occasional after-hours work. There will be a requirement to occasionally work additional hours which will accrue time off in lieu (TOIL).

TarraWarra Museum of Art

Located in Healesville, TarraWarra Museum of Art is a leading not-for-profit public art gallery that features inventive and stimulating exhibitions and programs about twentieth and twenty-first century art, and holds one of the country’s most important collections of Australian art from the 1930s to the present day. The permanent collection was established through the generous donation of over 600 artworks by founding patrons, the late Marc Besen AC and Eva Besen AO. TarraWarra actively engages with art, place and ideas in a remarkable environment and immersive atmosphere, inspiring curiosity and providing a retreat for the imagination.  

In 2025 TarraWarra will launch a major new building, the Eva and Marc Besen Centre. A breathtaking architectural concept designed by Kerstin Thompson Architects with landscaping by OCULUS and Wurundjeri horticulturalist and artist Craig Murphy-Wandin, the state-of-the-art building is a multi-purpose learning and performance space for family and children’s programs, talks, forums, workshops, live arts and educational programs.  

The Centre will also offer a unique behind-the-scenes look at works from the TarraWarra Museum of Art collection. Presented in visible art storage racks, the general public will have viewing access to the works of some of Australia’s most significant modern and contemporary artists.   Vision Connecting Art, Place and Ideas

Our Values • Respect for First Nations voices of Wurundjeri Country and beyond • Respect for art and the artist • Respect for the spirit of philanthropy – the inspiration for the Museum • Respect for the natural world and sense of place, inspiring fresh creative perspectives • Respect the diversity of our visitors • Respect for the curiosity of our audience • Respect for cultural safety, equity and access

Find out more through the position description on our website, including KPIs.

Salary range: $73,000 – $ 78,000 pro rata (0.8 FTW) plus 11.5% super

To apply

Applications remain open until the position is filled.

Enquiries to Tony Dutton, General Manager 03 5957 3100

Please visit our website to view the position description and apply.