Attractive salary package circa $153,893 per annum depending on skills and experience (Including superannuation)
Location – Rockhampton
Your new role
A rare and exciting opportunity exists for an ambitious arts executive to lead the Rockhampton Museum of Art (RMOA) through its next phase of strategic growth and cultural impact.
Building on the 50-year legacy of the former Rockhampton Art Gallery, RMOA is now firmly established in its state-of-the-art 4,711sqm facility in the heart of Rockhampton's Central Business District. Having successfully delivered an exceptional opening phase, RMOA stands as Central Queensland's premier visual arts institution, housing one of the most significant regional collections of mid‐twentieth‐century Australian art. We are seeking a progressive, commercially astute, and engaging Director to elevate our operational maturity, expand our audience, and cement RMOA's reputation on the national stage.
You will support Council's strategic direction by driving high‐quality service outcomes, balancing bold curatorial vision with financial sustainability. As a natural leader, you will provide guidance and support across all pillars of the institution: engagement, learning, development, visitor services, curatorial, exhibitions, and collections management.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
* Tertiary qualifications in art history, visual arts, fine arts, or arts administration, coupled with extensive relevant executive experience in a similar environment.
* An exceptional leader who mentors and builds high‐performing, results‐orientated teams.
* A key driver in enhancing the vision of Council, delivering tangible cultural, social, and economic benefits to the Rockhampton region.
* A commercially minded operator capable of identifying funding streams, driving philanthropic engagement, and maximising commercial returns to ensure sustainable operations.
* Highly developed communication skills with a demonstrated ability to advise, liaise, negotiate, and work collaboratively with artists, donors, and the broader community.
* Agility and organisational resilience to thrive in a fast‐paced, high‐profile environment.
What you'll get in return
* A large employer with a strong values driven culture
* A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
* Wages paid fortnightly
* Employee Assistance Program
* Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
* A 3-4 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
* Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
* Extensive experience and management in public gallery administration with knowledge of national and international contemporary art practice.
* Proven ability to manage and grow a leading visual arts cultural institution, including identifying and executing new creative business opportunities to increase income generation and optimise operational costs.
* High‐level financial and budget management skills, including the development and monitoring of complex business plans for exhibitions, public programs, events and retail in a gallery or museum environment.
* Demonstrated experience working directly with artists, cultural institutions, government funders, and donors, with a strong track record of securing funding and achieving positive business outcomes.
* Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate multidisciplinary staff to achieve excellence through a "One Team" approach.
Please use Council's cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the 'Apply' button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 13 April 2026 at Midnight (AEST)
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