Exhibitions Officer (Internal Applicants Only)

Please note, we will only be accepting applications from current Nillumbik Shire Council employees

• Band 5 salary range of $82,908.10 and $94,409.40 (Pro Rata 0.6 FTE $49,744.86 - $56,645.64) per annum plus 12% super and annual leave loading
• Temporary part time parental leave cover position (0.6 FTE)
• Commencing 9 September 2026 and expected to conclude on 22 July 2026
• Flexible working arrangements available - balance life and work.

About the role:

In this parental leave position as Exhibitions Officer, you will be responsible for the delivery of a community exhibition program with a focus on supporting emerging artists, while also administering social media, webpages and image libraries.

Aligned with the Arts and Culture Strategy goal of fostering a visible and supported creative community, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Developing and managing the Eltham Library Community Gallery Exhibition Program, including:
  • Marketing and promotional activities, such as annual exhibition call-outs and exhibition collateral;
  • Coordinating exhibition applications and selection processes;
  • Planning, overseeing, and supporting exhibition installations;
  • Collaborating with the Arts Program Officer to deliver associated public programs, events, and workshops.
• Providing guidance, support, and mentorship to Eltham Library Community Gallery exhibitors to develop their exhibition practice
• Contributing content and maintaining Arts and Culture social media platforms, webpages, and image libraries, with a particular focus on promoting Gallery activities and outcomes
• Providing technical exhibition support across the broader Nillumbik Shire exhibition program
• Undertaking timely evaluation, reporting, and administrative activities to support the objectives of the Arts and Cultural Development Unit.

What you will bring to the role:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate an exhibition program, including overseeing exhibition installation and de-installation
• Experience in planning and project administration
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate social media campaigns and develop communications materials
• Understanding and experience in community engagement, customer service excellence and continuous improvement in service delivery
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively with e.g. Councillors, members of the public, service users, employees and other organisations in order to achieve Council objectives.

How to Apply:

• To discover more about the role and responsibilities of this position, download and review the Position Description
• Attach your Resume and Cover Letter to your application and use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer the Key Selection Criteria questions
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Saleh Hadi, Coordinator Arts and Culture on 0394 333 *** or **********@nillumbik.vic.gov.au

Applications close: 10pm (AEDT), Monday, 10 August 2026

Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background. Apply now!