SA State Coordinator (parental leave cover)
Job Description
Job Title: SA State Coordinator (parental leave cover)
Reports to: SA State Manager
Location of Job: Adelaide on Kaurna Land
Appointment type: 12 month contract; part‐time (0.6 FTE – 22.6 hours per week or 0.8 FTE – 30 hours per week). Hybrid position.
A music‐rich future for all Australians.
Our Purpose
To connect all Australians to something bigger than themselves: to powerful music which awakens the spirit.
Our Mission
With chamber music at our artistic core, Musica Viva Australia creates memorable musical experiences for audiences of all ages and musicians at all stages through Concerts, Education programs and Emerging Artist programs.
Purpose of Position
To advance the aims of Musica Viva Australia (MVA) by coordinating operational, marketing, stakeholder relationships and administration activities under the direction of the SA State Manager.
Reporting and Working Relationships
The position reports to the SA State Manager. It is expected to develop and sustain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, focusing on collaboration and customer service. The role works closely with the SA Administration Coordinator and colleagues around the country. It may occasionally supervise casual staff, interns and volunteers.
Responsibilities
* Assist the SA State Manager and national colleagues with the design and implementation of an annual state‐based marketing strategy for all MVA programs and activities in South Australia.
* Maintain and develop productive relations with Musica Viva Australia stakeholders, especially schools and teachers in Musica Viva in Schools (MVAIS).
* Assist the SA State Manager in coordinating the distribution of school subsidies for MVAIS.
* Support business development of the SA office, including growing education stakeholder engagement and scoping new projects.
* Support fundraising relationships of the South Australian office, collating good news stories and data for reporting.
* Activate crossover opportunities between MVA programs and activities in SA.
* Coordinate and deliver state‐based MVAIS telemarketing activity with state and national colleagues.
* Attend industry events and meetings as required.
* Assist with all aspects of concert operations, including coordinating artist travel in Adelaide, front or back of house tasks, venue facility and production requirements, delivery of masterclasses, teacher PD, post‐concert suppers and other ad hoc events.
* Assist with planning, implementation and evaluation of special projects in South Australia.
* Assist National Office colleagues in maintaining effective relationships with South Australian based MVA musicians.
* Assist with financial administration processes and systems relevant to MVA's work, including timely submission of MVAIS feedback, invoicing data and monitoring accounts receivable and debt collection.
* Implement efficient delivery of all administrative aspects of the MVAIS program in South Australia, from booking to post‐concert evaluation.
* Maintain data integrity in the Tessitura CRM.
* Manage calendar to assist planning of activities such as MVAIS tours, professional development sessions, concerts and events.
* Provide training and supervision for the State Administration Coordinator as required.
Organisational Responsibilities
* Maintain healthy work relationships with staff members.
* Attend industry events and meetings as required.
* Contribute to regular and ongoing quality improvement and funder‐required accreditations.
* Participate in professional and performance development activities and stay up‐to‐date on current knowledge and skills related to the position.
* Take reasonable care for own health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace.
* Hold a valid Working with Children Check, with costs covered by MVA.
* Maintain the highest ethical standards, confidentiality and cultural awareness when dealing with others.
* Adhere to workplace policies, procedures and systems, including workplace health and safety, anti‐discrimination, bullying and harassment and privacy.
* Contribute to the overall well‐being of the organisation and avoid activities that might harm the organisation's operation, health or reputation.
* Perform other duties as may be directed, within competency and training limits.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Abilities
* Proven interpersonal skills with strong experience in customer service, sales and stakeholder engagement.
* Ability to work independently and remotely, with minimal supervision, as part of a flexible team.
* Strong organisational and administrative skills.
* Ability to interpret data and use it to inform planning and process improvement.
* Flexible work schedule, including out‐of‐office hours and occasional interstate/intrastate travel.
* Proficiency with CRM database programs and Microsoft Office; experience with Tessitura desirable.
* Well‐presented, confident and passionate about the arts and education.
* Experience or understanding of the education and/or arts sectors and knowledge of the South Australia education and arts landscape.
To Apply
Please send a resume and a cover letter (combined into a single 4‐page document) addressing the knowledge, skills, qualifications and abilities detailed above to jobs@musicaviva.com.au.
In the subject line of the email, include the code: SASC26 and your full name.
EEO Statement
Musica Viva Australia is a family‐friendly and flexible employer committed to equality and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations people and people from diverse cultural and regional communities, and from people who identify as having a disability. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
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