Head Curator

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu is one of the most significant institutions within New Zealand's network of galleries and museums. Its exhibitions and publications have won numerous national and international awards.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Curator to join Christchurch Art Gallery. Reporting directly to the Audience and Programmes Manager and working closely with the Director, you'll be responsible for research, develop and deliver innovative and scholarly exhibitions that engage with current national and international ideas and practices in art and contemporary culture, and have high audience appeal.
You'll bring a wealth of experience and strong curatorial vision to lead and mentor the four other members of the Gallery's curatorial team to ensure that Christchurch Art Gallery remains positioned at the leading edge of audience-oriented interpretation, curatorial practice and collection development.
The successful candidate will be recognised as an expert in their chosen field of interest. As Head Curator you will have an impressive track record in the development of high quality exhibitions and an extensive record in published art writing and the publication of exhibition catalogues and related books.
We're pleased to invite applications for this key gallery position from motivated candidates who have excellent communication skills and enjoy working in a team environment.
This is an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of a key role at one of New Zealand's leading art galleries.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae and cover letter acknowledging your motivation to apply for this position.
Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu is a unit of Christchurch City Council.