Employment opportunities

Non Executive Director, Geelong Gallery Board

About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a keen individual to meaningfully contribute to development of the arts in the broader Geelong region by joining the Board of the Geelong Gallery. The Board is interested in diverse experiences and prides itself on being an equal-opportunity Board. 

To support strategic planning for the Geelong Gallery ahead of an ambitious program of major events and developments over forthcoming years under the guidance of new leadership, the Board seeks a range of relevant skills that would support board governance in the creative industry, including a particular focus at this time on financial acumen and / or involvement in the arts. 

Capacity to commit time to the Board and to the Geelong Gallery will be crucial. The Board meets at least eight times per annum in Geelong (or online) with each of its sub-committees meeting at least four times per annum.  Board Directors also attend exciting events involving the Geelong Gallery, including exhibition openings and key stakeholder events. 

Directors of the Board must be or must become Members of the Geelong Gallery and can serve only three terms each of three years’ duration. Board Directors must meet all requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and be eligible to be a Director. 

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Timing
Applications close by Monday 10 August, 5.00pm. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview with members of the Board.

For confidential enquiries please contact the Vice President of the Board, Tom Pearce on tompearce_gg@outlook.com

Volunteer opportunities

Would you like to work amongst a team of inspiring and interesting people of all ages and backgrounds? Geelong Gallery's volunteer program provides structured shifts for both weekday and weekend volunteer work, allowing individuals the opportunity to work within the creative space of Geelong Gallery, in roles including invigilation, visitor services support, education and child-focused programs, library and research projects, opening nights and special events and through the Gallery volunteer guides program.

Volunteer opportunities are available for persons over 18. For youth programs including work experience, Youth Council and Youth Ambassador programs, please visit our Learn page.

For further information about volunteering at Geelong Gallery, please visit our volunteer information website.

Learn Volunteer

Geelong Gallery’s Learn Volunteer program aims to develop a team of skilled and dedicated individuals who can promote learning and take students on a journey to explore, respond and understand exhibitions. 

If you believe you have the relevant skills and professional experiences to support the delivery of our upcoming Learn program, please register your interest.