ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Since 2014, Tiwi Designs has established a successful cultural day tour ‘Tiwi by Design’ in partnership with SeaLink Ferries. The tour has become very popular and in 2020 Tiwi Designs built a 2 storey 10 room guest house to maximise opportunities in developing cultural tourism products. Learn more here.

The Tiwi Design Manager and Studio Coordinator will manage the day-to-day operations of the art centre. The team offers key support and liaison between the artists, employees, and the marketplace. This is a dynamic role and requires the full commitment from a highly motivated, experienced, and resourceful couple. A demonstrated commitment toward empowerment and facilitating cultural and economic development is essential.

Throughout the year up to 40 artists use the facilities of Tiwi Design with a regular daily stream of around 15 - 20 artists.

ABOUT YOU

• This role requires a versatile and grounded couple who are patient and respectful about building relationships within an indigenous community with a goal to a longer term commitment in working with Tiwi people.
• You’ll ideally have experience in cultural tourism and have management skills commensurate with the operating of a successful Indigenous art centre.
• You’ll know about Art centre governance, infrastructure and logistics and have great project management skills; as well as a sound understanding of business and revenue generating models.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience in a cross cultural or community arts setting are high on the list, and given the location, experience in four-wheel-driving will be a bonus!

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

This is a 2-year renewable contract with a 3-month probationary period. The successful couple will be mentored in their respective role requirements and offered full support as to the complexities of this dynamic and exciting work experience!

Remuneration and benefits will be outlined in the application kit.

Enquiries: Human Resources - Dianne Davies, Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Manager and Studio Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs, Ph: 08 8978 3982

*Please contact the above email and we will send a detailed application and information package.