POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
DIRECTOR, PRESENTING ORGANISATIONS & INITIATIVES
AGENCY:
Department of the Premier and Cabinet
CLASS:
SAES1
DIVISION:
Arts SA
POSITION NUMBER:
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director, Arts SA
POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION:
Principal Adviser, Presenting Organisations & Initiatives; Senior Industry & Research
Officer; Senior Industry Officer; Manager, Public Art & Design; Program
Administration/Assistant
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION:
 Develop and deliver strategic policy, initiatives, partnerships and advice across the South Australian arts and cultural portfolio
 Oversee SA’s major “presenting” organisations (Adelaide Festival Centre Trust, Adelaide Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Country Arts SA, SA Youth Arts Board, SA Film Corporation,
Adelaide Film Festival) and a number of important programs such as Public Art and Design, Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM), Community Arts Development Fund
(CADF), and Richard Llewellyn Arts & Disability Trust (RLADT)
KEY OUTCOMES:
6. Provide strategic advice and briefings to Ministers and senior executives.
1. Implement effective, innovate arts and cultural programs and initiatives in
accordance with the Government’s policy objectives and priorities, led by SA’s
Strategic Plan and specific arts strategic directions.
7. Steer relationships with key bodies such as the Australia Council, to maximise
outcomes for South Australian artists and arts and cultural organisations.
2. Lead the effective growth and delivery of a number of cross-Government initiatives
including ARTSsmart arts and education strategy and the arts and health projects.
8. Lead bids and secure partnerships to bring significant events and programs to South
Australia, and ensure their effective operation within budget.
3. Respond to major policy commitments from Government by establishing new funded
initiatives as required (e.g. SA Regional Centre of Culture).
9. Lead and development and delivery of key Arts SA initiatives and programs including:
Policy and Research program, Art for Public Places, Community Arts Development
Fund, and Richard Llewellyn Arts and Disability Trust.
4. Identify key issues for the arts and arts practice in South Australia and nationally to
meet the demographic needs and preferences of the broader community.
10. Manage the State’s inter-governmental relations role in the Cultural Ministers’ Council,
influencing its policy agenda and steering SA’s contribution to its many projects.
5. Oversee governance, financial and management accountability for the seven major
SA Government funded “presenting” organisation allocated to the team, as well as
their specific individual needs and initiatives.
Director, Presenting Organisations & Initiatives (Jan 2010)
EXECUTIVE COMPETENCIES
Shape strategic thinking:
 Displays strategic thinking and planning to ensure the organisation moves towards its vision
 Creates a shared vision and mission for the unit
 Identifies and analyses problems and generates and evaluates alternative solutions and makes recommendations
Achieve results:
 Drives for results while maintaining a focus on the business unit and organisation’s strategic goals
 Drives results considering Government strategies and policies
 Understands the complex and conflicting demands placed on Government organisations, as well as current issues in government reform.
 Maintains a safe and healthy work environment, and adheres to public sector legislation and guidelines, including with respect to EEO
Drive Business Excellence
 Develops the ability of others to effectively perform and contribute to the organisation by providing ongoing feedback and opportunities for growth
 Builds and manages the capability and expertise of the workforce to achieve organisational goals
 Carefully manages internal and external resources to ensure they are used efficiently
Forge Relationships and Engage with Others:
 Approaches negotiations with a strong grasp of key issues and presents a convincing and balanced rationale. Identifies common ground to facilitate agreement and acceptance
of mutually beneficial solutions
 Builds effective working relationships, networks and partnerships with internal and external individuals at all levels including Federal and local organisations, NGOs and other
stakeholders
 Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the organisation. Has a clear perception of the political context and reality and acts accordingly
Exemplify Personal Drive and Professionalism:
 Demonstrates flexibility and resilience in responding to changing directions. Modifies approach, processes and procedures either to fit a specific situation or in response to a
changing organisational climate
 Proven ability to respond urgently to critical matters requiring immediate action
 Models and promotes appropriate social, ethical and organisational standards in all interactions
 Values the well being of self and others by managing stress levels and work life balance
KEY RELATIONSHIPS / INTERACTIONS
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
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Executive Director Arts SA, Ministers and Ministerial staff
Senior government executives
Senior management and boards of major “presenting” arts organisations
Arts and cultural sector organisations
Industry, export and business development organisations
Key community groups
Director, Presenting Organisations & Initiatives (Jan 2010)
Occasional interstate and intrastate travel is required
Frequent out of hours work is required
POSITION DIMENSIONS
KEY CHALLENGES
Staff: 7
Budget: Small operating budget, with initiatives and projects negotiated via Arts SA
and/or Government budget process.
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Further budget of major “presenter” organisations with totals c. $36 million
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Monitor and review relevant and effective targets for the arts and cultural sectors in
the SA Strategic Plan.
Monitor and support the integration of the South Australian Film Corporation and the
Adelaide Film Festival into the Adelaide Film and Screen Centre and the Glenside
Campus through the development of an operating model for the precinct and the
implementation of an arts and health strategy for the campus (in partnership with the
Department of Health).
Address the issue of building future audiences for the arts, meeting the needs of the
community, key demographic groups, and removing barriers to participation.
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Influence the education sector at all levels to build children’s learning in and through
the arts, to enhance creativity, build multi-literacies, improve overall engagement
and performance, and strengthen SA’s future “creative capital”.
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Contribute to South Australia’s participation in the Cultural Ministers Council forum.
CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITIES
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES
Responsible for:
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Proven success in the planning and implementing of programs, projects and
initiatives to meet strategic directions.
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Knowledge of arts funding processes at a State and Commonwealth level
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Keeping accurate and complete records of business activities in accordance with the
State Records Act 1997.
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Ensuring that a safe and healthy work environment, free from discrimination is
provided for employees.
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Proven success in the management of complex negotiations with multiple, diverse
stakeholders.
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Maintaining a commitment to EEO, Diversity, Ethical Conduct and the legislative
requirements of the OHS&W Act 1986.
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Proven public sector management experience at a senior level.
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Possess a tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as management, public policy,
arts administration, social sciences, or the humanities.
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Substantially meets the Executive Competencies.
Director, Presenting Organisations & Initiatives (Jan 2010)
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