Executive Officer

About Western Sydney Arts Alliance

Western Sydney Arts Alliance (WSAA) is the leading advocacy body for arts and culture in Western Sydney. We represents more than 40 arts and cultural organisations across Western Sydney, working collectively to advocate for a stronger, more sustainable and equitable creative sector. Our strategic direction includes supporting opportunities for First Nations peoples, d/Deaf and Disabled creatives, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ creatives, young people and other historically underrepresented communities.

WSAA works to strengthen the voice, visibility and sustainability of Western Sydney’s creative sector, advocating for greater recognition, investment and opportunities at local, state and national levels.

Through its membership, WSAA builds connections, capacity and collaboration across the sector and works with government, industry, communities and cultural leaders to advance the interests of Western Sydney’s diverse creative communities.

About the POSITION

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a values-driven organisation at the heart of one of Australia’s most dynamic and culturally rich regions. As Executive Officer, you will work closely with the Management Committee to lead the implementation of WSAA’s strategic plan and advance its vision for a thriving and sustainable arts, culture and creative sector in Western Sydney.

This is the inaugural Executive Officer role, working with a Management Committee made up of representatives from Western Sydney organisations. The successful appointee will work alongside the Committee to establish a strong foundation for WSAA’s growth, development and advocacy.

The Executive Officer is responsible for driving strategic initiatives, leading advocacy activities, building stakeholder relationships and overseeing the effective operation of the organisation. The role works to strengthen the voice and influence of Western Sydney’s arts and cultural sector by coordinating advocacy, developing partnerships and engaging with government, funding bodies and industry stakeholders to increase recognition, investment and opportunities for the region.

Working collaboratively with artists, communities, member organisations and sector leaders, the Executive Officer supports WSAA members, delivers sector development initiatives and advances outcomes that benefit the region’s diverse creative communities.

WSAA offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to undertake meaningful advocacy and sector development work that contributes to long-term cultural, social and economic outcomes for Western Sydney.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of WSAA’s strategic plan.
• Coordinate advocacy initiatives that strengthen recognition, investment and support for Western Sydney’s arts, culture and creative industries.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with government, industry, community and cultural stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate projects, partnerships and initiatives that strengthen the sustainability, visibility and capacity of the sector.
• Facilitate collaboration, networking and knowledge sharing across the membership and broader sector.
• Support research, policy development and advocacy activities that advance WSAA’s objectives.
• Support the Management Committee in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Manage organisational operations, finances, reporting and administration.
• Identify and support funding, sponsorship and partnership opportunities.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Demonstrated leadership experience in the arts, culture, creative industries, not-for-profit or related sectors.
• Experience leading advocacy initiatives and building effective relationships across government, industry, community and cultural sectors.
• Proven ability to develop, deliver and evaluate projects, programs and partnerships that advance organisational and sector outcomes.
• Demonstrated understanding of governance and experience working with and supporting a Board or Management Committee.
• Strong communication, representation and networking skills, including report writing, stakeholder engagement and administration.
• Knowledge of the Western Sydney arts, culture and creative industries sector and its diverse communities.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and their application across arts and cultural practice.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative and successfully manage multiple concurrent projects, stakeholders and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience working in a membership-based organisation.
• Experience securing grants, sponsorships, philanthropic support or other funding opportunities.
• Experience working in the Western Sydney arts, culture and creative industries sector.

Employment Details

• Employment: Part-time, 0.6 FTE (3 days / 22.8 hours per week)
• Salary: $146,250–$164,869 (pro rata), plus superannuation
• Contract: 15 months
• Location: Arts & Cultural Exchange, Parramatta, NSW
• Flexible working arrangements available

Equity, Access and Inclusion

WSAA is committed to equity, access and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, d/Deaf and disabled people, and people with lived experience of Western Sydney.

We welcome conversations about flexible work arrangements and access requirements and are committed to supporting applicants throughout the recruitment process.

Questions

For a confidential conversation about the role or the recruitment process, please contact:

Mouna Zaylah

Chair, Western Sydney Arts Alliance

mouna.zaylah@campbelltown.nsw.gov.au using the subject line: Executive Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

WSAA is proudly supported by NSW Government through Create NSW