Gondwana Indigenous Children’s Choir Manager
Part-Time
Flexible Working Location (Cairns-based preferred)
Annual Salary $45k – $55k + superannuation
· Not-for-profit organisation
· Part-Time | Flexible (Cairns-based preferred)
· Manages all programming and chorister communications for our Cairns-based performing and training programs
· Be a part of a creative and inclusive team striving to create opportunities for young performers
THE ROLE
As the Gondwana Indigenous Choirs Manager, you will be taking lead in the end-to-end delivery of the Cairns-based training and performing programs of the Gondwana Indigenous Children’s Choir and Marliya. In this position, you will be working closely with the Artistic Director, Associate Artistic Director, Executive Director and the Choir Management team to plan and deliver all Gondwana Indigenous Children’s Choir (GICC) based programs, this includes the implementation of the annual audition process and in-school workshops, managing the weekly onsite rehearsals in Cairns and fostering internal and external relationships within the GICC community, including cultural representatives and custodians.
KEY RESPOSIBILITIES
· Work closely with the GICC Coordinator to deliver the GICC program and achieve agreed artistic and financial goals. This includes managing weekly rehearsals onsite in Cairns, leading recruitment campaigns, implementing auditions, in-school workshops and acting as producer for performances
· Work with the GICC Coordinator to ensure clear and timely communications with choristers and families and maintain up to date chorister handbooks regarding procedures and expectations for choristers and families.
· Ensure duty of care is maintained to the highest standard in regular rehearsals and overnight camp settings, including coordination of volunteer supervisors. Ensure all activity is compliant with relevant child employment regulations (including submitting and completing required paperwork), and all activity is compliant with Gondwana Choir’s Child Safe Policies and relevant child safety legislation.
· Work with the Executive Director and Development Associate to identify and cultivate partners and funders for GICC. Work with the Artistic Director and as part of the company-wide Program Planning process to develop the annual training and performance program (including Spinifex Gum) and participate in budget preparation and project tracking.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
· Experience (at least two years) in a similar role.
· Extensive experience working with First Nations artists and communities.
· Ability to work flexible hours.
· Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with artists, staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
· Proficiency in using office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace) and willingness to learn new software and digital tools relevant to the role.
· Ability to work autonomously and with initiative whilst forming an integral part of a team
· Excellent written and spoken English
· A NSW and QLD Working With Children Check or ability to obtain both
APPLICATIONS
Applications close Monday 3 June
Please email a covering letter and up to date resume with the subject line of Gondwana Indigenous Choir’s Manager Application – YOUR NAME to:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you or someone you know would like to apply, find more information at
gondwana.org.au/careers
