Alliance Manager Arts and Culture

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

The Opportunity

Inspire. Lead. Shape the cultural heartbeat of our city.

The City of Perth is seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking leader with a deep commitment to arts, culture, and community. As Alliance Manager, Arts & Culture , you will lead a broad and vibrant portfolio that includes library and lifelong learning programs, the historic Perth Town Hall venue, the City’s art and heritage collections, cultural events, and place-based initiatives that celebrate and connect our communities.

In this key leadership role, you will be instrumental in creating inclusive and engaging cultural experiences for both residents and visitors. You’ll help ensure Perth remains a dynamic, creative, and connected city.

If you’re passionate about making a lasting cultural impact and thrive in a collaborative, community-focused environment, we invite you to bring your vision and leadership to the City of Perth.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager Community Development, you will :

• Champion initiatives such as the award winning Boorloo Heritage Festival and other significant cultural events.
• Build collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders across government, community and the cultural sector.
• Promote Perth’s unique identity and cultural heritage through innovation, participation and public engagement
• Lead the development and delivery of strategic and operational plans that promote and enhance the City’s arts, library, heritage and cultural programs.
• Provide visionary leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, fostering a high-performance and values-driven culture.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring :

• A tertiary qualification in Arts, Culture, Heritage Management or related discipline.
• Significant experience in delivering high-impact cultural programs and services.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams in a complex environment.
• The ability to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders and community groups.

Most importantly, you will embody our organisational values of Commitment, Teamwork, Courage, and Respect —inspiring others through your integrity, collaboration and creative leadership.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the cultural heartbeat of a capital city. You will be part of a passionate, capable team in an organisation that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and strives for excellence.

Please view the attached Application Pack to learn more about the role.

How to Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

Please provide a comprehensive resume, together with a cover letter of no more than two pages.  Your letter should focus on your suitability for the role with demonstrated examples.

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5pm AWST on Thursday, 10 July 2025. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.

For further information please contact Wendy Attenborough, General Manager Community Development, 08 9461 3235 or [email protected] .

Attachments :

• Application Pack - Alliance Manager Arts and Culture.pdf