Careers

Careers

At NERAM our mission is to enrich the cultural life of our community and visitors with outstanding, diverse artistic programs showcasing NERAM’s collections; provide access to national and contemporary art; and enable a thriving arts community. We deliver a dynamic program of exhibitions, events and cultural engagement programs that aim to inspire, challenge, educate and entertain our community and visitors.

Business Manager   

Are you a dynamic business leader with a passion for the arts?

The New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) is seeking a Business Manager to lead the organisation’s commercial and operational management, driving sustainability and innovation across one of regional Australia’s most significant cultural institutions.

As a key member of NERAM’s leadership team, you will work alongside the Museum Director to strengthen the Museum’s business performance and financial sustainability. You’ll play a pivotal role in maximising NERAM’s commercial operations—including venue hire, retail, events, sponsorships, and partnerships—while overseeing financial governance, systems, compliance, and human resources.

At NERAM, you’ll be part of a passionate, creative team dedicated to connecting local audiences with national and international art. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to NERAM’s bold strategic vision for the next decade and to ensure the continued success of this much-loved regional institution.

We’re looking for an experienced, strategic thinker with strong business acumen, leadership capability, and a collaborative spirit—someone who thrives in a creative environment and is motivated to turn plans into action.

 

Position Description Senior Business Manager
Information for candidates

APPLICATION FORMAT:

Covering letter
Provide a covering letter which introduces yourself, the reasons that you are interested in the position and addresses the Key Selection Criteria. Refer to the Position Description, which lists the essential selection criteria, and explain how you meet each one. Use the elements in the Position Description as a guide on what to include.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Provide a clear and concise resume with:

Your contact details (full name, address, contact telephone number/s, email address)
A summary of your work experience including where you have worked, positions held, period of employment and brief outline of role/duties performed.

Referees: Include contact details of two work-related referees who will provide comments on your suitability for the position. Referees will only be contacted if you are the preferred candidate.

 

Submitting application:

Mark your application PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL and address it to:

Ms Rachael Parsons
Director
New England Regional Art Museum
PO Box 508
ARMIDALE NSW 2350

Or email to director@neram.com.au

For further information about the role call Rachael Parsons on 02 6772 5255.

 

Closing date for applications: Monday 8 December 2025

Start Date: As soon as possible

 

INTERN POSITIONS

NERAM recognises the importance of internships in enabling students to gain valuable workplace experience and develop industry-specific abilities in a chosen area. NERAM values the contribution that interns make to the workplace and provides the opportunity for students to develop personally and professionally in a supportive environment.

Preference is given to students who are currently enrolled in a recognised Australian tertiary educational institution.  Students studying the visual arts, arts/museum administration, conservation or an area in which NERAM has an identified expertise will be given priority over other applicants.

NERAM provides a flexible and practical internship program which offers placements in a combination of different areas to provide as broad an experience as possible.  Placements can be negotiated in terms of length and of hours worked.  Areas will include:

  • Visitor experience
  • Marketing
  • Museum of Printing
  • Fundraising/Functions
  • Public Programs
  • Curatorial Research
  • Registration and Collection Management

Basic accommodation in our on-site Artist-in-Residence area, comprising a separate bedroom, bathroom and living area and basic kitchen requirements, may be available free to any NERAM intern during the term of their internship.  A small security bond will be required which will be refundable at the end of the internship.

WORK EXPERIENCE POSITIONS

The New England Regional Art Museum offers work experience in a sincere effort to provide a quality, diversified program in which students from a variety of educational disciplines have the opportunity to apply traditional academic classroom learning to actual work situations within the Museum, in order to develop personal and professional skills for future career development and placement.

Work Experience Information Kit And Application Form