Martumili: Coordinator Workforce Development

Martumili Artists

Location: Newman, Western Australia

Hours: Base salary up to $96, 255 per annum

Up to 21.5% Superannuation Contribution* | Subsidised Housing or Living Allowance up to $20k | Relocation expenses up to $10k or $15k interstate | | Eligibility for Long Service Leave | Paid Parental Leave | Uniform Allowance | Employee Assistance Program | 50% Discount on Shire facilities & Services

Contact: recruitment@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au

Jump into this fantastic opportunity! 

The Shire of East Pilbara is a well-established Local Government Authority in Western Australia, which services the town sites of Newman, Marble Bar, Nullagine and local communities. 

Join the journey to creating the incredible as our Coordinator Workforce Development – Martumili. To be successful in this role, you will have proven organisation, administrative, customer service skills, and proficient in IT and communication skills. You will have ability to both self-manage and contribute to a team, in a high pressure environment. You will have current WA ‘C’ class driver’s licence and current Working with Children Check or ability to obtain.

Join a Team working with passion and purpose aimed at proactively achieving the Shire’s Vision and Objectives while living its values of Leadership with HEART –Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect and Teamwork.

Visit the Martumili Gallery website.

About the Role:

In this position you will be responsible for Martumili’s art production activities across multiple remote communities. Central to this role will be the supervision of the Martumili and Community Liaison Officers in delivering high quality services to Martu artists, customers, and key stakeholders. Establish sound administration processes and procedures to ensure effective systems are in place.Maintain effective and co-operative communication within the organisation.

Role Accountabilities 

Workforce Development

• Oversee the recruitment and ongoing professional development of Martumili officers, including the delivery of a program of workshops.
• Identify and facilitate career pathways within the Martumili Department.
• Facilitate staff engagement in all areas of the Department, ensuring collaboration across projects & teams.
• Facilitate three 2-week community residencies per calendar year, based on the MMA field season and current resourcing requirements.
• Under direction of the Manager, liaise with external stakeholders to facilitate workforce engagement in collaborative community projects.
• Identify and coordinate opportunities for staff to obtain training or qualifications.
• In collaboration with the Manager, contribute to the design and delivery of a Martu-driven employment strategy, and youth engagement program.

Art Production 

• Document artworks in the SAM database, including artists’ biographical information and relevant artwork information according to Martumili’s policy and procedures. 
  • Document related Martumili and arts/cultural activities, such as bush trips etc. 

Exhibitions and Gallery

• Support the delivery of Martumili exhibitions and projects.

Human Resources 

• Supervise Martumili Officers, Field Officers, Studio officers and volunteers, including recruitment and performance management.
• Support the delivery of staff meetings.
• Integrate Martumili Officers into Art Production and Gallery rosters.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with the Martu community, Martumili partners, relevant agencies and service providers.
• Maintain regular communication with the Manager on all operational and artistic matters.
• In liaison with the Studio and Logistics Officer, coordinate the delivery of the MMA Volunteer Program, including recruitment, induction, and supervision.

Administration 

• Under the direction of the Manager, implement best-practice administrative procedures including correspondence, documentation, stock control, reporting and financial management.
• Complete monthly activity reporting as required.
• Liaise with MMA Finance Officer to ensure accurate financial records, timely artists’ payments and effective financial systems.
• Supervise the operational implementation of Martumili policies and procedures.
• Other duties as directed by the Manager, within the classification level and scope of the position.

Governance

• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with artists, the Wangka Lampa Kujungka (WLK), staff, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to reports and acquittals for the WLK meetings, annual artist meeting, partners, grants and other reporting, as required.
• Support and practice good governance. 

About You:

• Experience in the commercial arts sector and/or arts marketing. 
• Understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues. 
• Experience in photography and/or artwork documentation. 
• Experience in remote area travel and the ability to travel in support of Martumili’s activities. 
• Experience working with and reporting to Aboriginal people. 

How to Apply:

If you are unable to apply via our website, please submit your application by emailing recruitment@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au.

Applications close at 4:00 pm on the specified closing date ,however the Shire reserves the right to appoint the right applicant to this position prior to this time – Canvassing of Councillors or Selection Panel Members will disqualify your application

For enquiries relating to the application or recruitment process, please contact: People and Culture Team on (08) 9175 8000 or recruitment@eastpilbara.wa.gov.au.