About Yinjaa-Barni Art

Yinjaa-Barni Art is an Aboriginal-owned and governed corporation renowned for exceptional contemporary artworks, community-led decision-making, and a nurturing, collaborative workplace. Our artists work in a supportive environment where cultural knowledge, artistic innovation, and collective empowerment are celebrated.

The Art Centre is known for its professional standards, warm team culture, and history of success in national markets, exhibitions and award circuits.

About the Role

Reporting to the Yinjaa-Barni Board of Directors, the Art Centre Manager provides leadership across:

• Governance, operations, and administration
• Financial management and strategic planning
• Artistic development and artist support
• Marketing, sales, exhibitions, and partnerships
• Staff leadership and community engagement
• Domestic and national travel for art fairs & markets, exhibition openings and professional development

A one-month handover period ensures a seamless transition into the role. The Manager oversees a team including 2 x part-time Studio Coordinators, 3 x Aboriginal Arts Workers, and a group of practising artists.

About You

You are a highly organised, adaptable, culturally respectful leader who thrives in relationship-based work. You communicate clearly, support others, and work collaboratively with Aboriginal artists and community members. You are experienced in mentorship and business development, whilst valuing warmth and genuine connection.

The successful applicant will be physically and mentally adept for the work, and will have the ability to collaborate with people of all ages, physical abilities and varying artistic experience.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Governance Leadership

• Support the ongoing delivery of the organisation’s strategic and business plans.
• Support the Board and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
• Understand and respect traditional law and cultural leadership.

Artistic & Professional Development

• Support artists in their creative and professional growth.
• Coordinate exhibitions, projects and on-Country trips.
• Ensure high standards for artwork production, documentation, and presentation.

Financial & Business Management

• Manage budgets, reporting, acquittals, and funding submissions.
• Oversee stock control, retail/wholesale sales, and financial systems.
• Explore new revenue streams, licensing opportunities, and projects.

Marketing & Promotion

• Lead local and national marketing activities.
• Maintain relationships with galleries, institutions, and partners.
• Oversee online sales, social media, and communications.

Human Resources & Community Engagement

• Lead and mentor staff.
• Foster a culturally safe, supportive workplace.
• Build strong community, local government, and stakeholder relationships.

Selection Criteria

Essential

1. Tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in arts, business, or community development.
2. Proven experience in financial administration and organisational management.
3. Proven experience securing and acquitting funding.
4. Strong cross-cultural communication, leadership, and staff mentoring abilities.
5. Competence with IT systems, databases, and professional communication tools.
6. Current manual driver’s licence and willingness to travel.
7. Capacity to live and work in a regional location.

Highly Desirable

1. Knowledge of the contemporary Aboriginal art market/sector.
2. Experience coordinating exhibitions, artistic production, and sales.
3. Experience driving a 4WD and towing a trailer, or willingness to learn.

We encourage all applicants to apply regardless of qualifications, with substantial training provided.

This is not an Indigenous-identified position, however we warmly welcome First Nations applications.

Salary & Conditions

• Term: 10 month maternity leave cover, with possibility of extension or job share.
• Salary: $91,000 pro rata
• Superannuation: 11.5%
• Leave: Six weeks annual leave pro rata, plus additional Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)
• Housing: Subsidised & partially furnished accommodation available from 18th March, (if required)
• Transport: Work vehicle provided
• Fuel Subsidy: Provided for daily travel between home and the Art Centre
• Travel: Occasional domestic and national travel required for fairs, markets, exhibitions, and PD
• Handover: One-month supported handover period

A position description is attached.