About Regional Arts WA

Established in 1994, Regional Arts WA Inc is the peak body for the regional arts sector in Western Australia.
As a not-for-profit with free membership, we serve artists, arts workers, and arts and cultural organisations throughout regional WA.

We offer grant programs, professional advice, networking opportunities, capacity building, strategic initiatives, and partnerships. Our work nurtures the arts by helping communities share their unique stories, strengthen their sense of place and belonging, enhance wellbeing, and foster imagination and hope.

We champion cultural equity in all our activities, actively engaging with First Nations people, young people, people of colour, and individuals with diverse abilities.

Recognising the distinct needs of each region, we are committed to regionalisation. Our team operates from both metropolitan and regional locations in WA.

More: www.regionalartswa.org.au

About the Position

This role is full-time, however we will consider shared roles - so if you are looking for part-time work and believe you have the skills we need, please consider applying. The position is based in our office in central Perth, with work from home options two days per week.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled administrator with experience supporting management and boards in the not-for-profit sector. Our ideal candidate will have a friendly, positive attitude, love getting things organised and running smoothly, and have a passion for the arts.

In this role, you will provide administrative support to the CEO and the Board, manage our reception and office systems, make travel bookings and work closely with contractors and our small team of 10 staff spread across the State from Geraldton to Kalgoorlie to Margaret River.

Key Responsibilities:

Executive Assistant tasks to support the CEO including managing calendars and booking travel.

Supporting governance processes including scheduling Board meetings and AGMs, compiling papers, tracking actions and taking minutes.

Office support including managing reception phone and email communications, ensuring a safe and functional working space, booking staff travel and liaising with external contractors, including IT resource providers.

Developing and maintaining effective systems, including filing systems and online tools, and engaging with staff to ensure understanding and use of the systems.

What We're Looking For:

Exemplary organisational skills, ideally including in executive assistant roles

3+ years of experience in office administration in the not-for-profit sector

Experience in establishing and maintaining office systems and supporting staff to use them

Great inter-personal skills and a positive attitude

A passion for arts and culture

Knowledge and understanding of regional Western Australia

Why Join Us?

Flexible hours and hybrid work options

Impactful work in a collaborative environment with a friendly and appreciative team

Opportunity to engage with and support creative people doing amazing work across the State

Interested?

To apply to join this small and high impact team in this exciting role please email your CV to [email protected]. If you have questions about the role please email Paul, confidentially, at [email protected].

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5 AUGUST, HOWEVER WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE EARLIER IF A SUITABLE CANDIDATE HAS BEEN FOUND.

Cover Image: The Shorebirds Quest 2019 by Theatre Kimberley, Photo by Ben Houston