Executive Director

Senior CreativeProducer (jointly withtheArtisticDirector) Marketing & Communications Manager Production & Operations Manager Finance Manager

Role Purpose The Executive Directoris responsible forthe overall leadership,managementand sustainability of Chunky Move, ensuring the company’s artistic vision is enabled through strong governance, sound finances, effectiveoperationsand strategic partnerships. Working in close partnership with the Artistic Director and the Board, the Executive Director leads the organisation’s strategy, resources,cultureand reputation to position Chunky Move as one of Australia’s leading contemporary dance companies.

The Executive Director also acts asCompany Secretary

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ensuring the organisation meets all statutory, regulatory and governance obligations.

This is a high-profile public leadership role requiring strong engagement with the company, the arts sector, government,partnersand media.

Key Responsibilities Strategy, Governance & Leadership

Lead the development and delivery of the company’s long-term strategic plan and annual business plans with the Board and Artistic Director.

Lead governance processes, including preparation of Board and Committee reports across programs, finance, risk,managementand compliance.

Ensure full legislative and regulatory compliance across all areas of the organisation.

Oversee andmaintainthe company’s Risk Management Framework,policiesand procedures in line with best practice.

Financial Sustainability & Resources

Lead and manage the company’s budget (approx. $2M+) and financial performance, ensuring long-term sustainability.

Build and manage a diversified revenue base across government funding, non-government funding, philanthropy, sponsorship, earned income and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Lead high-level negotiations with government and key stakeholders to secure the best financial, production and strategic outcomes.

Oversee budgeting and financial monitoring in collaboration with theSenior CreativeProducer and Production & Operations team to ensure all activities are financiallyviable.

Organisational Leadership & Culture

Lead,supportand develop the company team in a safe,healthyand collaborative environment where people thrive and skills are shared.

Foster a culture of inclusiveness,engagementand accountability across the organisation.

Lead the delivery of the company’s multi-year Equity Action Plan, ensuring reflection,evaluationand continuous improvement.

Oversee, and at times lead, the company’s First Peoples strategy and engagement in partnership with First Nations personnel andin accordance withthe First Peoples Engagement Framework.

Partnerships, Profile & Brand

Lead the company’s government relationships and strategic partnerships.

Strengthen Chunky Move’s reputation and profile locally,nationallyand internationally across the sector,fundersand presenters.

Oversee company brand strategy, marketing performance, audiencedataand evaluation processes in collaboration with the Marketing & CommunicationsManager.

Operations & Infrastructure

Oversee contracts, compliance, office systems, policies, risk management and occupational health and safety.

Lead long-term planning for company infrastructure and accommodation, including venue management, precinctrelationshipsand future space needs, in collaboration with the Production & Operations Manager.

To express interest in the role Pleasereach out to Recruitment Lead, Jade Lillie onhello@jadelillie.comfor a confidential discussion about the role.

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11.59pm on Monday 2 March 2026 , send a CV and cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role including skills,experienceand leadership qualities.

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