- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Position Vacant Deputy Director: Programmes Manager/Senior Curator This is a special opportunity to join a closely-knit team and make a key contribution to an organisation which has placed Wellington and New Zealand firmly on the international map. City Gallery Wellington has a reputation for groundbreaking and innovative exhibitions and publications - presenting New Zealand artists alongside major international figures. We are looking for someone to join the Gallery’s senior management team to manage the Gallery’s exhibition, publication and education programmes. In this role you will also curate selected exhibitions and write for catalogue publications. You will work closely with the Director planning the exhibition, publication and research programmes and developing programme budgets. High energy levels and motivation are essential, and we’ll look forward to benefiting from your innovative ideas and creative approach. You’ll deal with a wide variety of people in this role, including Gallery staff, artists, arts professionals, arts institutions, collectors, related organisations and professionals, so you will need excellent communication skills. You will enjoy motivating your team and help them develop in their roles. Managing programme budgets is an essential part of this role, so financial and project management skills and experience is important. You will have experience in an art institution at a senior level. A proven curatorial and publishing track record is essential. You will also have demonstrated team leadership ability. The closing date for applications is 5.00pm Monday 11 October 2004. For a copy of the job description please click on the link below, or contact Kate Fielder, Gallery Administrator, City Gallery Wellington, PO Box 2199, Wellington. Phone: 04 801 3021. Email: [log in to unmask]