Fresh from our 30th anniversary, 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is looking for our next General Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team in steering the organisation's next strategic plan. 

About the Role

The General Manager is the senior operational leader of 4A and a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. Reporting to the CEO and Artistic Director, the General Manager translates 4A’s strategy and artistic ambition into robust plans, budgets, systems and accountabilities. The role provides organisation-wide oversight of people, finance, governance, risk, venue operations and business systems so that 4A can deliver an ambitious program from a stable and sustainable base.

Working in close partnership with the CEO and Artistic Director, the General Manager will lead day-to-day organisational management, coordinate the team and maintain a clear view of workload, resources and priorities. They will provide the CEO, Board and senior team with timely financial analysis, scenario modelling and operational advice, and will identify practical opportunities to diversify revenue, improve efficiency and make fuller use of the upgraded venue.

Financial and governance expertise, collaborative people leadership and sound judgement are essential, alongside a strong commitment to 4A’s mission.

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*A current right to work in Australia and are based in Australia, and the capacity to meet any role-related screening is required.

4A is seeking a Treasurer to join our Board and contribute financial insight, strategic thinking and a commitment to contemporary art and cultural dialogue.

Founded in 1996, 4A is an independent not-for-profit organisation based in Sydney. We champion the practices of Asian artists and elevate cross-cultural dialogues between Australia and Asia through commissions, exhibitions, public programs, research and international exchange.

Working closely with the CEO and General Manager, you will help the Board oversee budgets, financial performance, cash flow and risk, and make informed decisions about 4A’s long-term sustainability. You will also contribute to the development of our 2029–2032 strategy, planned for submission to federal and state funding bodies in April 2027.

We welcome an experienced finance or accounting professional who can translate financial information into clear advice and work collaboratively with a small arts organisation. Not-for-profit, grant-funded or arts-sector experience is valued; a commitment to 4A’s mission is essential.

Proposed appointment: voluntary, unpaid Board role. 

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