15 June 2011

An outstanding opportunity presents itself for an Indigenous Identified position at this leading Regional Art Gallery on the cusp of exciting change (funded through Arts Victoria Indigenous Arts Residencies).

The Assistant Education and Community Liaison Officer is responsible to the Gallery Director and Education and Public Programs Officers to assist in the development and delivery of all aspects of educational and public programs offered at the Art Gallery. The Assistant Education and Community Liaison Officer will work in a cultural liaison role during the Indigenous Ceramic Art Award fulfill the duties of a steward to the visiting Indigenous artists during the exhibition and public program delivery phase of the award.

The role will also offer an opportunity to develop a community engagement art project or program with the assistance of gallery staff.

The resident's role will act as a conduit between the local Aboriginal community and the gallery; with the aim of increasing Aboriginal participation in the public programs and projects at the gallery.

Please note: this is an Indigenous identified position.