Director, Art & City Gallery Wellington

• Be a part of the leadership team of a significant GLAM sector organisation
• Work with people passionate about the arts, culture and heritage sector 
• Flexible working and attractive leave provisions 

Te āhua o te tūranga | The nature of the position

Wheako Pōneke Experience Wellington is looking for a visionary leader to join our Executive Leadership Team in the role of Director, Art & City Gallery Wellington. 

This role will lead the curatorial vision for Te Whare Toi City Gallery Wellington, aligning it to our strategy, operational environment and organisational goals. Collaborating with the Executive Leadership Team, oversee the conceptualisation, implementation and delivery of toi initiatives within 6 iconic Pōneke institutions, committed to bringing remarkable experiences to our communities.  

Take on an exciting opportunity as we re-envision what audience-centric art experiences in central Wellington look like, navigate challenges brought on by building disruptions, and lead the vision for reopening in 2026 when we return home to Te Ngākau Square. 

Join our passionate team as we encourage wonder and curiosity in our communities. Lead and empower our art curatorial team to create remarkable and accessible experiences that generate vitality for the city we love. 

Te tūranga | The role

• Provide the vision and curatorial leadership at Te Whare Toi City Gallery Wellington
• Provide leadership across all art-related initiatives, focussing attention on the more complex and organisational level activities. 
• Empower people and project leaders in an organisation to build and maintain meaningful relationships across the organisation.
• Provide strategic direction for artistic vision and curatorial nuances.
•  Ensure there is high-quality curation, exhibition design, and visitor engagement.

Ngā tino pūkenga me ngā wheako | The essential skills and experience for the role

• Proven and recent experience in senior arts management, curation, and exhibition design, with knowledge of contemporary art trends and best practices. 
• A demonstrated commitment to the implementation of the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, tikanga and kawa.
• Established national and international networks in the arts sector leading to demonstrated success in securing art exhibitions.
• A dedication to excellence and continuing to build on the reputation of our organisation and institutions. 
• A proven track record of leading strategy development and successful implementation
• Experience leading work across a functions-based structure to ensure a seamless, mahitahi approach to your mahi and that of your team.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ko wai mātou | Who are we

At Wheako Pōneke Experience Wellington we punch above our weight, working together with and for Wellington to create remarkable experiences that generate vitality, strengthening the city we love. We offer incredible audience experiences across our six sites: Te Whare Toi City Gallery Wellington, Nōku te Ao Capital E, Te Waka Huia o Ngā Tuku Iho Wellington Museum, Te Ara Whānui ki te Rangi Space Place, Cable Car Museum and Nairn Street Cottage.

We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and support mana whenua as kaitiaki. We are committed to creating a culturally safe and inclusive environment, building meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities for people from a diverse range of backgrounds.

As a place of work, we embrace flexible working in recognition of all aspects of a well-balanced lifestyle for our employees. We offer 5 weeks of annual leave per year. Other benefits include free te reo Māori lessons and access to EAP services.

If you want to work with like-minded community builders, passionate about art and culture we would love to hear from you. To join our team, please submit your CV, a cover letter and complete our online application form for our consideration. For further information on the role please contact hr@experiencewellington.org.nz. Applications close Wednesday, 10 July 2024.

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