Do you have a passion for the visual arts and creative sector? Would you like to support Te Manawataki o Te Papa plans, which will help transform the heart of Tauranga city into a vibrant community space where arts and culture can flourish? If so, a Tauranga Art Gallery Trust trustee position may be your perfect opportunity.
The Tauranga Art Gallery Trust owns and operates the Tauranga Art Gallery – toi Tauranga, on behalf of the residents of Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty.
The Gallery’s purpose is to create exceptional art experiences that engage, inspire, challenge and educate through exhibitions, public programmes, and events.
The Board of Trustees are responsible for developing and delivering the Gallery’s strategic goals, overseeing the management of the Gallery’s assets and resources, and for ensuring prudent financial management to ensure long-term sustainability.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trustee whose skills and experience complement those of the current board. Diversity is valued and the new trustee should have the following attributes:
- Significant (more than 10 years) experience in a leading governance, managerial or programming role in a public arts gallery or museum.
- High level understanding of museum/gallery strategy, planning, budgets, operations and accountability to boards and key stakeholders.
- Knowledge of national and international art museum/gallery best practice.
- Familiarity with contemporary art and ideas in Aotearoa and beyond.
If you believe you have the skills to make a difference and a real contribution to the Tauranga Art Gallery Trust Board and art and culture in our region, your interest in the position is welcomed.
As a council-controlled organisation of Tauranga City Council, the Trust has charitable status and operates autonomously but in a political environment, with a requirement to meet the expectations of both its shareholders and its community in accordance with an agreed Statement of Intent.
Meetings are held monthly in Tauranga, although additional meetings may be required. A small remuneration is provided. Successful applicants will be appointed for a three-year term. While applicants are not required to live in Tauranga, the ability to build and maintain relationships within the Bay of Plenty community is preferred.
Expressions of interest should be addressed to:
Chief Executive
Tauranga City Council
Private Bag 12022, Tauranga 3143
Apply online via email to: cco@tauranga.govt.nz
Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 20 March, with interviews being held on Tuesday 2 and Tuesday 9 April 2024 only.
An information pack is available on request. More information about the Tauranga Art Gallery Trust is also available at www.artgallery.org.nz and www.tauranga.govt.nz/cco
See Tauranga City Council’s Appointment of Directors to Council Organisations Policy.