3 April 2017

An exciting position exists for a Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) Business Development Manager. This is a new position for the new Shepparton Art Museum Project and the ongoing structure of new SAM.

We are seeking a highly motivated professional who will support the transition of business from the current SAM to the new SAM facility. You will be part of an exciting new $34.5M development in Regional Victoria (Shepparton).

Working closely with, and reporting to the Director SAM, this position will be responsible for the new Shepparton Art Museum transition, including all staffing requirements, IT and communication, finance and set up of the new purpose built facility, management and accountability of all grants and funding agreements, including acquittal reporting and coordination of the transfer of the art collection,.  This position will initially have a lead role in the liaison between Kaiela Arts and Visitor Information transition.

The successful applicant would have a strong leadership profile, demonstrated management experience in a business and commercial operations environment financial management, preferably in the cultural sector, and demonstrable success in the initiation and implementation of partnership and sponsorship strategies and campaigns, and public building and cultural infrastructure projects. 

To join the SAM team you will be required to have a tertiary qualification at a degree level in business management, high level experience in business development in an arts environment and proven financial management experience / Chartered Accountant or CPA. 

For a full position description and to apply please go to the Greater Shepparton City Council website http://greatershepparton.com.au.

For more information about this position please contact Rebecca Coates, Director SAM on 03 5832 9861.