Administrator, Artistic Program

Full-time, permanent position
Curatorial and Collections Division
Reports to the Director, Curatorial and Collections

The MCA encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people from diverse cultures. The MCA acknowledges the enormous contribution Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, staff, educators, arts professionals, and guests have made to the fabric of the museum since its inception. Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art practice has long been central to MCA collection and exhibition programs.

Overview of the MCA
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) is Australia’s only public museum dedicated to contemporary art.
The MCA presents, collects and engages with the art of now.
Guided by the principles of belonging, connection and influence, we aim to be the defining platform for contemporary art and ideas in Australia and beyond.
Located on Sydney Harbour at Tallawoladah, a home to stories, art and culture for over 65,000 years, the MCA contributes to the continuity of culture on our site.
We connect the widest possible public to contemporary art through our Collection, exhibitions, events, creative learning and access programs.
Our evolving Collection of over 4,700 artworks is the only public collection in Australia dedicated to the work of living artists, with over a third represented by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, the MCA raises over 85% of its revenue each year through donations and commercial activities to deliver its artistic and engagement programs.

Overview of the position
Reporting to the Director, Curatorial and Collections, the Administrator, Artistic Program coordinates and supports the planning and delivery of the MCA’s artistic program. The role provides high-level administrative support to the Director, Curatorial and Collections, and plays a critical role in planning and information systems management across the Curatorial and Collections Division, while supporting exhibition project management in collaboration with curators and exhibition managers. It is a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and helps ensure effective communication and coordination across the organisation.

Person Specification
The Administrator, Artistic Programs is expected to be highly motivated, show initiative, and be enthusiastic about contemporary art and visual culture. They should be highly organised, with meticulous attention to detail as well as creative and flexible with a can-do approach. The successful applicant must be a good team player with excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to relate well to people at all levels.
The position will suit someone who enjoys providing administrative support, coordinating multiple projects, and contributing to the smooth operation of a busy department.
It is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is interested in gaining insight into the behind-the-scenes administration of Curatorial and Collections teams. Please note that this is not a curatorial position.

Applications
To learn more about working with the MCA, this role and how to apply please visit our website. (https://www.mca.com.au/about-us/work-for-us/administrator-artistic-program/)
Closing Date
Wednesday 1 July, 9am.
Please direct all enquiries to positions.vacant@mca.com.au

Working for the MCA
The MCA is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. The MCA promotes a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, and where individuals are treated with fairness, equality, and dignity. Find out more about the MCA.