A is for Atlas is seeking a highly motivated and creative administrator to join its growing team.

A is for Atlas is one of Melbourne’s most vibrant and innovative small independent arts companies. We make bold new performance works through a rich process of cross-artform collaboration, and invest strongly in the independent artists from our community. Having secured our medium term future with triennial core operational funding from the philanthropic sector, we seek now a rigorous, enthusiastic and inquisitive individual to help shape the next phase of this fast-growing independent, which has firmly staked its claim to a long future in Australia’s cultural landscape.

Key Selection Criteria
• Experience in arts and cultural sector administration and/or Local Government arts administration.
• Experience in project management and event coordination.
• Appropriate qualification or relevant work experience in small office administration, including computer-based office and business systems.
• Proven highly developed computer skills using both Mac and PC environments, and a wide range of software including MS Office, webmail, and web-based content management systems. Knowledge of databases and design software would be highly desirable.
• Proven highly developed interpersonal skills, including negotiation and liaison skills.
• High level verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to recognise potential problems and resolve issues as they arise

This 0.2 EFT position is offered as a one-year contract. Performance will be reviewed after the first 3 months. Hours may be increased and the contract extended subject to funding and negotiation with the successful applicant.

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Applications should respond directly to this position description and key selection criteria, and include a current CV as well as contact information for two referees.