Agency Transition Director

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Arts Council Nelson

Agency Transition Director

Create a difference in the Nelson Arts scene, in this 8-month part time casual role.

●        Help shape the future of the Arts in Nelson

●        Combine your passion for the Arts with strategic planning skills

●        Flexible part time (20 hours per week), contract for service opportunity (8 months)

The Arts Council of Nelson is looking to transition itself to become the Arts Development Agency for Nelson. This agency will be the primary point of contact for the entire arts sector in Whakatū. This includes being an arts and cultural touch point for all industry sectors in the top of the south e.g. tourism and construction.

Mō te tūranga mahi - About the role

To achieve this transition, we need a plan (roadmap) to guide the successful transition process. Reporting to the Arts Council Nelson Committee. Ideally a contract for service opportunity, this role will develop and then implement this plan. The plan needs to include:

·       Reporting requirements to the City Council

·       Funding strategies

·       A marketing Strategy

·       Staffing requirements

·       Policies and procedures

·       A new governance model

Mōu - About you

Naturally you will have a passion for the Arts and in bringing the Arts to be a key focus for the Nelson Community.

Ideally you will be well networked in the Nelson community with key relationships with local Iwi and Tangata whenua, Nelson Regional Development Agency, Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce, Local Councils and key stakeholders in the creative sector including artists, galleries and arts organisations. We are however open to those who are not living in the region but who have direct experience in this area of work.

You will be a strategic thinker with a wealth of experience in collaborating with all to deliver a strategic transition plan in a timely manner. You (or your company) may have had worked in leadership roles where you have had to successfully bring change to organisations or you may already be involved in the Arts and want to make a difference in the Nelson Arts sector.

Taking ownership of standards of excellence is key along with working positively with all involved with the project. High levels of respect need to be shown to iwi and their unique relationship with the land and its people.

Tohu Mātauranga me Tautōhito-Qualifications and Experience

·       An understanding of and enthusiasm for the kaupapa and mahi of Arts Councils

·       Understanding of Nelson’s arts and cultural sector.

·       A highly emotionally intelligent leader of self and others

·       5-10 years strategic planning experience

·       Experience in report writing and presentation skills

·       Experience in Project Management

A unique opportunity to be involved with the future of the Arts in the Top of the South.

Budgetted salary for the Role is between $90,000 and $100,00- pro rated back to hours worked.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Emma on 027 203 2292.  You may apply with a cover letter explaining your fit to the position, attaching your resume.  All enquiries and applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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