JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
POSITION TITLE:
ARTS PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
LOCATION:
PORT ADELAIDE
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: FULL TIME (2 year contract)
CLASSIFICATION:
ASO-2
INCUMBENT:
VACANT
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
MANAGER, ARTFORM DEVELOPMENT
POSITION OBJECTIVES:
The Arts Programs Coordinator is responsible to the Manager, Artform Development
for assisting with the coordination of tours organised through Country Arts SA’s
annual Performing Arts & Visual Arts programs. As required, the Arts Programs
Coordinator will also assist with national tours managed by Country Arts SA and
assist with the administration delivery of the Regional Centre of Culture & the Cultural
Places Initiative. The Arts Programs Coordinator will also work collaboratively with
other staff across the organisation in assisting with marketing & publicity,
administrative and clerical support to Country Arts SA’s Artform Development
division.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
Arts Programs Coordinator is responsible to the Manager, Artform Development
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Occasional out of hours work will be required.
Occasional intrastate travel will be required.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Contribute to the goals and objectives of Country Arts SA by:
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assisting with the management of tour scheduling and bookings associated with
accommodation, travel and freight for state and national touring;

providing an effective administrative and clerical support service for all Artform
Development departmental programs (Main Stage Program, Shows for Schools,
Just for Kids, Morning Melodies, Shows on the Road, Visual Arts Touring,
Regional Centre of Culture, Cultural Places Initiative, Dance Program & Theatre
Development);

assisting with the preparation of funding applications and acquittals as required;

assisting with the implementation of Country Arts SA’s annual seasons in each of
Country Arts SA’s operated Arts Centres and in other venues which may be hired
by Country Arts SA on occasion;

assisting the Manager, Artform Development with the development, planning and
implementation of special events, launches and all other touring initiatives, as
required;

active liaison with the Audience Development Coordinator and venue staff to
raise awareness and profile of all Artform Development programs;

as required assisting with the preparation and collation of material for all Country
Arts SA programs, brochures and collateral;

performing any other duties for the delivery of Artform Development Programs,
and;

ensuring the promotion and implementation of the principles of public
administration and personnel management, in particular equal opportunity and
occupational health and safety.
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JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
ARTS PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE (SELECTION CRITERIA):
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge/Skills/Experience Requirements

Demonstrated ability to establish and operate appropriate administrative systems
including touring schedules

An ability to set priorities and handle frequent periods of pressure

Demonstrated ability to deal courteously and effectively with community
groups/members, Presenter groups, other Country Arts SA staff and stakeholders

Experience in computer operations particularly Excel, Word and other programs
in the Microsoft Suite

Demonstrated ability to prepare letters, reports and statistics as required

Administrative skills including office procedures such as computer skills, soft-copy &
hard-copy filing, telephone and operation of office equipment

An ability to assist with promotional activities

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
Experience

Experience in tour organisation and management

Experience in providing administrative support
Knowledge

Knowledge of the performing arts and visual arts sectors in South Australia and
nationally

Knowledge of regional communities in South Australia

Knowledge of funding opportunities

An understanding and commitment to social justice, cultural diversity and equality
issues

Knowledge of relevant legislation and in particular the Occupational Health,
Safety and Welfare Act.
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Desirable Requirements and Characteristics

Arts, Commercial or Business Studies Certificate, other qualifications or relevant
competencies

Experience in marketing and promoting arts activities

Experience in working with the media

Experience with volunteer groups

A positive and energetic personality, an open mind, a willingness to respond to the
general public, an understanding of and commitment to regional communities and a
love of the Arts
Drivers Licence
Possession of a current Class 1 Drivers Licence
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