Sunbury Community Arts and Cultural Precinct Advisory Board

Sunbury Community Arts and Cultural Precinct.jpg

Do you want to use your skills to help improve your community? The Sunbury Community Arts and Cultural Precinct (SCACP) is being developed, and we’re looking for people to join an Advisory Board to help guide the operation of the site.

About the role

Some of what you will be doing as an Advisory Board member includes:

  • Fixed-term of 12-18 months until the precinct transitions to management by incorporated association (estimated end of 2026). 
  • Meetings will be held quarterly through this period, however in the first six months of the Advisory Board’s work, it is anticipated that meetings will be held more frequently. 
  • Advisory Board meetings will be in person, onsite at Jacksons Hill, Sunbury, Victoria.  
  • This is a voluntary position.

Key responsibilities

  • Offer your expertise and advice on planning the site's operations to help ensure its success including financial management, governance, partnerships and legal considerations. 

  • Share feedback and insights with the Project Working Group, representing the needs, expectations, and options for the SCACP that align with the overall Vision and key principles for the Precinct. 

  • Be a strong advocate for the project and its vision, helping to build support within the local community and across the broader sector. 

  • Engage with the community by participating in events and discussions and help communicate with key groups and stakeholders as outlined in the project's communication plan. 

Who we are looking for

We are seeking an inclusive and diverse Board that represents gender diversity, a range of cultures and abilities, and has at least two representatives of each of the following: 

  • Specialist understanding of the creative sector, ideally with a background in precinct development or management. 

  • Specialist expertise in business and financial management, organisational governance, partnerships and development (fundraising), advocacy to government, and/or legal considerations.  

  • Community-based arts organisations. 

For the full selection criteria please download the Role Description(PDF, 5MB). 

How to apply

This Expression of Interest is for the appointment up to 8 Advisory Board members.  

The final number of Board members will be dependent on the range of skills represented among applicants. 

Closing date for applications has been extended.

Send the following to artsandculture@hume.vic.gov.au by 5.00pm Monday, 6 January 2025:

  • Resume.
  • Response to the Essential Selection Criteria.
  • 2 x Referees.

A selection panel will review applications based the on the selection criteria and contact shortlisted candidates if further information is required.

Please contact Dr David Henry, Coordinator Arts and Cultural Development, Hume City Council at artsandculture@hume.vic.gov.au or 0467 663 725 for more information or to discuss the opportunity.

Download Role Description(PDF, 5MB) .

About the project

The Sunbury Community Arts and Cultural Precinct is being transformed into a vibrant hub for arts, culture, and community. It will be a welcoming and inclusive precinct, where people can come together to connect, celebrate, and create. The precinct will evolve from a Council run space to a hub that will support local businesses, creative industries, and community groups.  

As an Advisory Board member, you will help determine how the precinct will operate, ensuring its success and long-term sustainability.  

 

Back to top