* Senior strategic adviser to the CEO
* Lead government relations, advocacy and external positioning
* Drive organisational direction and ensure high-quality strategic delivery
About the Position
The Director, Office of the CEO is a senior leadership role that enables the Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation with confidence, clarity and sustainability.
This position provides strategic leadership across organisational strategy, government advocacy and policy, and executive office coordination. Working in close partnership with the CEO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the Arts Centre Melbourne's future direction by helping develop a clear, compelling and achievable long-term vision, informed by contemporary practice, sector intelligence and external trends.
This role requires sound judgement, discretion and professional credibility, as well as the ability to operate autonomously in complex, dynamic and politically sensitive environments.
Full time ongoing position. Band $158,840.00 p.a. plus superannuation.
Your Skills and Experience
* Extensive experience in government relations, public policy, advocacy or a closely related field.
* Demonstrated experience providing senior strategic advice to executives or boards in complex environments.
* Proven track record in building and maintaining high-level relationships with government and senior stakeholders.
* Strong experience in policy analysis, political strategy and advocacy planning.
* Strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to persuade at the most senior levels.
* Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and rapidly changing environments.
For more information please read Position Description - Director, Office of the
About Arts Centre Melbourne
Arts Centre Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we gather, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Kulin Nation groups, the Boonwurrung and Bunurong people, and pay our respects to elders, past and present.
Beneath our iconic Spire, in Hamer Hall and at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, we showcase the best of Australian and international performing arts.
Together with our own program of performances, events and activities we offer a diversity of audiences a distinctly multidimensional approach to participation, education and entertainment.
We are now focused on Reimagining Arts Centre Melbourne as part of the Victorian Government's commitment to transforming the Melbourne Arts Precinct into a thriving, connected creative and civic space over the coming years.
For a glimpse into working at Arts Centre Melbourne click here.
Enjoy Team Member Benefits
As a valued member of our ensemble, you will enjoy:
* Complimentary tickets
* Discounts at food & beverage outlets
* Discounted commuter benefits and onsite parking
* Access to wellbeing activities and learning and development programs
* Free access to Employee Assistance Programs which includes specific support to our First Nations team members and members of the LGBTQIA+ community and People of Colour.
Apply Now
Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Disabled and Deaf people, sexualities and gender identities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and people of all ages.
We seek to provide workplace adjustments at all relevant stages of the recruitment process such as alternative formats or other access supports. You can specify in the application form if you require any adjustments or please ask us at any stage. If you need to contact us about making workplace adjustments during the recruitment process, please send an email to
Please submit your resume together with a cover letter by 11:55pm Monday 16th February 2026. Early applications are encouraged as suitable candidates may be invited to attend an interview prior to the closing date.
Employment at Arts Centre Melbourne is conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a National Police Check.
Applications are open to those with full working rights in Australia. Arts Centre Melbourne is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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