Executive Officer

About Art Education Victoria

ArtEdVic is a non-profit incorporated association with charity status. We believe in the transformative power of visual arts education. We are a passionate, forward-thinking organisation dedicated to creating a dynamic, vibrant, and interconnected learning community where creativity thrives.

Our mission is to empower educators, students and artists and enrich learning experiences, and advocate for the value of visual arts in shaping young minds and vibrant communities.

Now, we’re looking for an inspiring Executive Officer to lead us into our next exciting chapter.

The Opportunity

As Executive Officer (EO), you will be at the helm of ArtEdVic, driving creativity, connection, and change in arts education across Victoria. 

This is a unique opportunity to lead a member-based organisation with a rich history and shape the future of visual arts education across Victoria. As ArtEdVic’s sole full-time employee, the role offers significant autonomy, with the ability to influence strategy, strengthen partnerships, and deliver meaningful outcomes for members and the wider arts education community.

We are seeking a visionary leader – someone who can inspire, innovate, and implement strategies that bring our mission to life.

What You’ll Do

• Lead with Purpose: Drive the delivery of ArtEdVic’s strategic plan and inspire a culture of creativity, inclusion, and excellence.
• Grow our Impact: Develop innovative programs, build partnerships, and expand revenue streams that secure a sustainable future for ArtEdVic.
• Champion the Cause: Be the voice of visual arts education – advocate, engage, and promote ArtEdVic’s work to stakeholders, partners, and the broader community.
• Empower Educators: Deliver high-quality professional learning programs, resources, and events that enrich teaching and learning experiences.
• Inspire Teams: Effectively work with a small team of internal stakeholders including staff, volunteer Board members, university interns and placement students, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
• Drive Innovation: Oversee our digital presence, marketing, and communications to ensure ArtEdVic’s message resonates far and wide.
• Ensure Sustainability: Manage budgets, secure funding, including grants and deliver on financial and strategic goals.

Who You Are

You are an inspiring leader who believes in the power of creativity and education to shape a better world. You’re strategic, driven, and hands-on, with a proven ability to lead teams, deliver programs, and foster impactful partnerships.

You have:

• Vision & Leadership: Experience leading small teams and driving strategic growth in not-for-profit, education, or arts sector.
• Financial Acumen: The ability to manage budgets, secure funding including grants, and grow resources.
• Advocacy Skills: A passion for championing arts education and the ability to build strong relationships with educators, artists, government, and partners.
• Creativity & Innovation: Strong digital literacy and experience in marketing, communications, and program delivery.
• Heart & Drive: A genuine passion for visual arts, community impact, and making a difference.

Key Selection Criteria

1. Leadership and Management Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role within the not-for-profit, education, or arts sector, including team management, operational oversight, and project delivery.
• Proven ability to motivate a small team of staff, contractors, and volunteers to achieve strategic outcomes.

2. Financial Management and Revenue Generation

• Demonstrated experience in financial management, including budgeting, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
• Proven ability to secure funding through grants, sponsorships, partnerships, and revenue-generating initiatives including earned income.

3. Strategic Planning and Organisational Development

• Demonstrated ability to implement strategic plans, drive change, and enhance organisational sustainability.
• Proven capacity to balance strategic vision with day-to-day operational demands.
• Experience building and maintaining strong partnerships with government, philanthropic bodies, educators, artists and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated advocacy experience, particularly in education or the visual arts sector, with a commitment to community engagement.

4. Technological Competence and Marketing Expertise

• Strong digital literacy with experience managing platforms such as WordPress, Xero, Mailchimp, Humanitix, and social media tools (or willing to get up to speed quickly).
• Demonstrated ability to implement marketing campaigns to promote programs, events, and the organisation’s mission.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Tertiary qualifications in arts management, education, business, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strategic mindset, high attention to detail, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

Preferable (Not Essential)

Expertise in the Visual Arts:

• Strong knowledge of Victorian and Australian Curriculum landscapes, particularly in Visual Art (or Media/Visual Communication/Design & Technology) education.

Board Experience:

• Experience working for a Board of a not-for-profit organisation, and/or with a solid understanding of non-profit governance frameworks.

Why Join Us?

• Lead an organisation that makes a real impact. Shape the future of visual arts education in Victoria.
• Work with a community of passionate educators, artists, and advocates.
• Enjoy a competitive salary
• Be part of a vibrant, collaborative culture that values creativity, inclusion, and growth.
• Inspire change and see your vision come to life.

Further information

Visit our website www.aev.vic.edu.au

For a full copy of the Position Description, please email: chair@aev.vic.edu.au using the subject line: Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

To arrange a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please call Amelia Bird on 048 111 5805 or email amelia.bird@aev.vic.edu.au.