Curatorial Lead

About Us Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, established in the late 1960s by Alan McCulloch, has a strong legacy as a supporter of contemporary Australian art. We present approximately 12 exhibitions a year, including self-generated curatorial exhibitions, touring exhibitions, local artist exhibitions, and collection-based exhibitions. Our substantial collection is predominantly works on paper, and every two years, we host one of the oldest acquisitive prizes in Australia, the National Works on Paper. We aim to connect with local, state, national, and international audiences and contribute to national discourses on art and cultural value for the future, all within the spectacular setting of the Mornington Peninsula. What’s on Offer Culture Positive, fun, and inclusive work environment underpinned by our core values: Integrity, Openness, Courage, Respect, and Excellence. Career Opportunity to grow and develop with excellent learning and professional opportunities. Leadership Manage Collection and Exhibitions staff and contribute to the strategic outcomes delivered by Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, focusing on our people and the community. Offering Fixed-Term – Two year contract, full-time role, based at Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery. Band 6: $97,323 – 106,808 per annum (excl. super). Who we are looking for We seek an experienced, forward-thinking, and positive individual who can work with a small but high-performing team and whose contribution will deliver high-standard programming and engagement with contemporary Australian artists. Responsibilities The Curatorial Lead will implement MPRG Programming, including: Generating exhibitions, instigating MPRG Collection shows, and selecting relevant touring shows including NGA initiatives. Contributing to public and education programming, developing new audiences, writing for MPRG publications, and developing new initiatives aligned with the MPRG Strategic Plan. Managing a team of two registrars and a Collection Curator. Leading the delivery and implementation of an innovative and engaging exhibition programme. Curating a range of creative projects at MPRG and off-site. Supporting the exhibition programme through research, writing, publications, learning resources, public programmes, and funding applications. Overseeing development, interpretation, and care of the MPRG’s Permanent Collection. Managing a team of 3 staff. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree / Master’s degree in Art History, Museum, or Curatorial studies (essential). Sound knowledge of, and experience in, professional gallery practice including exhibitions, research, cataloguing, fundraising, and project management (minimum 5 years industry experience preferred). Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of engaging creative programming, exhibitions, events and public programming. Experience working with a public art collection. Previous experience leading or supervising a team. Location of work Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery. Further Information The Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to creating a diverse and safe environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and Child Safe employer. We encourage applications from First Nations people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities and age groups. Mornington Peninsula Shire undertakes a variety of employment screening checks, including references, Working with Children Checks, and National Police Checks. Applicants must have valid Australian work rights. How to Apply If this role sounds like you, click ‘Apply’. For further information, please contact: Dunja Rmandic, Gallery Director, *************@mornpen.vic.gov.au or on 3***. Applications close: 6pm, Wednesday 30 November 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr