Join the team
Are you interested in joining the dynamic Geelong Gallery team?
Geelong Gallery offers an exceptional exhibitions program that affirms our commitment to artistic excellence and to the delivery of programs that offer opportunities for widely inclusive, life-long learning. We promote integrity, respect and teamwork in our business and as an employer, we are committed to providing equal opportunities and a positive work environment.
Employment opportunities
Visitor Services Officer—Events Coordinator (Maternity Leave Cover)
Geelong Gallery is one of the most progressive and highly respected public galleries in Australia. Are you our next Event Coordinator? If so, you will have high levels of customer service, strong communication skills and time management with demonstrated experience in coordinating events including the monitoring of personnel, provide the booking, communication and statistical recording of all Gallery events, in consultation with the Visitor Services and Volunteer Manager, Learn and Audience Engagement Manager and Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager.
Reporting to the Visitor Services and Volunteer Manager, the Events Coordinator will coordinate the booking, communication and statistical recording of all Gallery events, in consultation with the Visitor Services and Volunteer Manager, Learn and Audience Engagement Manager and Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager. The role will also support the Visitor Services team by ensuring visitor satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality, pro-active customer service, directly support industry standards of excellence for the visitor experience with a focus on promoting repeat visitation and maintaining a relationship with vendors and stakeholders.
The Events Coordinator role is a multitasking one operating in a flexible and collaborative team environment. Geelong Gallery is committed to an inclusive and diverse organisational culture that ensures team members can thrive and that goals are realised.
For inquiries and for a confidential conversation about this role please contact Samantha Taylor, Visitor Services and Volunteer Manager, via samantha@geelonggallery.org.au or Andrew Deane, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer via andrew@geelonggallery.org.au
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Applications close 5.00pm Friday 14 February 2025.
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.