CareerPlan

Executive Director

Blue Moutains & Central West, New South WalesFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22

Core

Provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure Varuna remains sustainable, influential and well positioned for its next chapter.

Role type

Executive Director (Cultural Institution)

Builds

National literary institution, festivals, and public programs

Domain

Arts, Culture, Literature

Required skills

Strategic leadership, financial stewardship, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, partnership development, organizational growth

Preferred skills

Experience in literature, publishing, arts, or culture; experience in philanthropy or revenue generation

Responsibilities

Guide organisational strategy, drive financial sustainability, strengthen fundraising and partnerships, support continued growth of national profile and impact

Seniority

Executive, C-suite