ABOUT YOUR ORGANISATION

The National Association of Visual Arts (NAVA) is an independent, not-for-profit, membership organisation which brings together the many voices of the contemporary arts sector to improve fundamental conditions of work and practice. We do this through advocacy, education and the Code of Practice for Visual Arts, Craft and Design (the Code). NAVA’s vision is that the visual arts are vital, sustainable and ethical.

In addition to championing the rights of artists as workers and setting standards for fair and equitable engagement, NAVA supports artists and arts workers through a range of services, including insurance, professional development and education, the Artists’ Benevolent Fund, auspicing, and one-on-one advice and support.

NAVA is committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, culturally safe and non-discriminatory environment that centres the voices of underrepresented communities. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, racially marginalised people, and d/Deaf and Disabled people, and are committed to working together toward a more inclusive and equitable contemporary arts sector.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Working closely with the Executive Director and General Manager, the Development Officer will identify and secure funding, foster strategic partnerships, and build donor relationships. This 12-month pilot role is designed to become self-sustaining through the revenue it helps to generate.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify funding opportunities across government, philanthropic and corporate sectors.
• Identify and secure new multi-year funding streams to replace declining government core funding.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with corporate and philanthropic organisations aligned with NAVA’s values and mission.
• Lead and deliver donor development and fundraising campaigns, including reactivating ClubB50 and growing the Artists’ Benevolent Fund.
• Prepare compelling grant applications and ensure compliance with all grant conditions, reporting requirements and acquittals.
• Support the revitalisation and expansion of NAVA’s internal grant programs.
• Track and report on fundraising progress, outcomes, and return on investment.
• Participate in regular staff meetings and collaborate across teams to embed fundraising strategies into NAVA’s broader work.

Strategic and organisational contribution

• Contribute to the delivery of NAVA’s Action Plan 2023-25, with a focus on building financial equity and sustainability.
• Support the implementation of NAVA’s Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Action Plan.
• Contribute ideas to NAVA’s projects and liaise with the team on planning schedules and budgets.
• Participate in strategic planning, events, and organisational reviews.
• Contribute to fostering a collaborative, values-led workplace culture.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

At NAVA, we celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all employees. We believe a range of perspectives enriches our work and strengthens our community. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to the arts and positive sector impact.

Benefits of Working at NAVA

• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Community leave (for First Nations employees)
• Paid parental leave
• Additional sick and carer’s leave
• Compassionate leave
• Gender affirmation leave
• Study/examination leave
• Employee wellbeing budget
• Flu vaccination

NAVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a working environment which is welcoming, respectful, safe, nondiscriminatory and free of harassment for First Nations, racially marginalised and d/Deaf and Disabled people.

A position description is attached.