Assistant Curator

About the role

The Assistant Curator will join the Experiences and Partnerships team of Greater Dandenong City Council to help shape and deliver a dynamic exhibition programme across the council’s cultural venues. Working closely with the Arts Curator, the role focuses on coordinating exhibitions, supporting public programmes and ensuring high‑quality, accessible arts experiences for the community.

Key responsibilities

• Support the curation, development and delivery of the council’s exhibition programme.
• Assist in planning and delivering accessible, exhibition‑related public programs.
• Help install and de‑install exhibitions in council cultural venues.
• Coordinate public‑art components linked to gallery exhibitions.
• Build and maintain relationships with artists, cultural organisations and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to audience‑engagement initiatives that promote inclusive participation.
• Provide administrative, research and copy‑writing support to the Arts Curator.
• Assist with the development and production of exhibition publications.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Arts Administration, Fine Arts, Curatorship, Museum Studies or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in all stages of developing and delivering art exhibitions, preferably contemporary visual art.
• Strong time‑management and project‑delivery abilities under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• Research and copy‑writing.
• Administrative and exhibition coordination.

What we offer

• Band 5 permanent position with a salary range $82,392 – $95,116 per annum plus superannuation.
• Opportunity to work in a culturally diverse council serving a vibrant community.
• Professional development within a progressive public‑sector environment.