Remote / Work from Home
The National Association of Visual Arts (NAVA) is an independent, not-for-profit, membership organisation which brings together the many voices of the contemporary arts sector to improve fundamental conditions of work and practice. We do this through advocacy, education and the Code of Practice for Visual Arts, Craft and Design (the Code). NAVA’s vision is to ensure that the visual arts are vital, sustainable and ethical.
Endorsed by the Federal Government in National Cultural Policy Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place, the Code covers good practice approaches to working relationships, ethical standards of access and inclusion, and payment rates for artists and arts workers.
NAVA is a national organisation with a small team of staff across four states. We acknowledge the Gadigal, Wangal, Dharug, Dharawal, Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi, Jinibara, Ngunnawal, Ngambri and Dja Dja Wurrung as the Traditional Custodians and knowledge-holders of the lands on which NAVA staff currently live, learn and work. The NAVA community, including Members and the Board of Directors are based across hundreds of sovereign nations and unceded lands throughout the continent that has become colonially known as Australia. NAVA pays our deepest respects to all First Nations communities' ancestors and Elders.
The First Nations Outreach Coordinator will lead a new program aimed at empowering First Nations artists. The Coordinator will effectively communicate what the Code is, why it is important, and how it can assist artists, arts workers, First Nations art centres and other organisations. This role involves raising awareness and understanding of rights, responsibilities, and self-advocacy opportunities.
Key activities include information booths at major upcoming art fairs, workshops, and commissioning First Nations artists to interpret the Code in new formats. This is a part-time role with flexible working conditions and can be done from anywhere across Australia.
This initiative is supported through the Australian Government’s Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) program.
A strong understanding of and connection to First Nations communities and cultural protocols is essential. Candidates should have experience in project coordination, preferably within the arts, culture, or community engagement sectors. Excellent communication skills are crucial, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Desirable skills include a working knowledge of the Code of Practice and an understanding of Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property.
NAVA is committed to creating a welcoming, respectful, culturally safe and non-discriminatory environment that centres voices from underrepresented communities. We strongly encourage First Nations peoples to apply and join us in shaping the future of the contemporary arts sector.
After reading through the position description, please contact Penelope Benton, Executive Director with any questions about the role, application process and timing and/or the organisation via [email protected] using the subject line: First Nations Outreach Coordinator (Identified Role) - Remote / Work from Home enquiry via EthicalJobs.
A position description is attached.
Remote / Work from Home