Exclusive Opportunity: Lead Disability-Led Arts Employment in Australia – $60k Package

Are you a d/Deaf and/or Disabled arts, cultural, screen, or digital games worker with strong coordination skills?

The Diversity Arts Australia Consortium is seeking a dedicated Program Coordinator for the Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program. This is an identified position for d/Deaf and/or Disabled people, requiring direct lived experience of disability.

About the Role

As the Program Coordinator, you will lead the day-to-day operations of this groundbreaking initiative. Your primary focus will be to embed Disability-led practice across the program, coordinate essential training (including Disability Justice, Creative Equity, and First Nations Cultural Safety), and facilitate access for participants.

This role is crucial for connecting early-to-mid-career d/Deaf and Disabled artists with host organizations through supported matching processes. You will ensure placements are accessible, equitable, and culturally safe.

Key Responsibilities & Timeline

• Project Coordination: Manage milestones, records, and consortium activities.
• Host Recruitment (Oct–Dec 2026): Oversee national recruitment of ~20 diverse host organizations, prioritizing regional, remote, and marginalized-led entities.
• Accessibility Audits (Dec 2026–Feb 2027): Coordinate audits using designated tools to ensure workplace accessibility.
• Training Coordination: Deliver Disability Justice and Cultural Safety training by February 2027.
• Participant Recruitment (By Mar 2027): Manage accessible application processes and Disability-led interview panels.
• Placement Support: Provide ongoing advocacy, mentoring, and conflict resolution throughout the 12-month placements.
• Access Facilitation: Identify barriers and coordinate supports via JobAccess and the Employment Assistance Fund (EAF).
• Reporting: Collect data and feedback to shape future government policy.

Essential Selection Criteria

To succeed in this role, you must:

• Identify as d/Deaf and/or Disabled with direct lived experience.
• Have coordination or project management experience in the arts/screen sectors.
• Demonstrate experience working with d/Deaf and Disabled communities or within Disability-led practice.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills, building collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Show proven ability to identify disabling barriers and facilitate workplace adjustments.
• Work respectfully with First Nations and culturally/racially marginalized participants.
• Maintain high ethical standards regarding confidential information and wellbeing.

Terms & Benefits

• Contract Length: 18 months.
• Salary: $54,000 base salary + $6,480 superannuation ($60,480 total package) based on 3 days per week.
• Hours: Part-time (3 days/week), equivalent to a $90k FTE salary.
• Location: Based in Parramatta, with some interstate travel required (access arrangements provided).
• Support: Onboarding, mentoring, and support for workplace adjustments via EAF.
• Leave: Portable Long Service Leave offered.

How to Apply

Applications close on Monday, 19 October 2026, at 5pm.

Please submit:

1. Your CV.
2. A cover letter (max 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria.

Note: Applications are welcome in written, video, audio, or other accessible formats.

For questions or adjustments during the application process, contact Madlen at jobs@diversityarts.org.au or 0404 389 581.