Director, Creative Investment
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| Department: | Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Executive Management |
| Classification: | SES1 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/018921AA |
| Closing Date: | 02-Feb-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $232,790 - $298,488 |
| Job Duration: | N/A |
| Attachments: | Position Description- Director Creative Investment.docx (Word, 189KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | Leanne Seddon leanne.seddon@creative.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
Director, Creative Investment
- Lead the development and implementation of Creative Victoria's core funding programs.
- Grow the social, cultural and economic impact of Victoria's creative industries.
- Senior Executive Service Level 1 (SES-1), Fixed Term up to 5 Years
Creative Victoria, part of the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR), is seeking to appoint a Director, Creative Investment to join its team.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, the Director, Creative Investment will lead Creative Victoria's Creative Investment unit. The unit is responsible for fostering relationships with the non-government arts and cultural sector. They manage and continuously improve a suite of funding and investment programs that contribute to the development and sustainability of Victoria's creative industries.
As a senior leader, the Director will also promote collaboration, provide strategic advice, and contribute to a high-performing, inclusive organisational culture.
The ideal candidate will be a proven executive with experience in the creative industries landscape. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
Further Information
Enquiries about this position should be directed to Leanne Seddon, Acting Deputy Chief Executive at leanne.seddon@creative.vic.gov.au.
The department is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to taking the necessary steps to protect children from harm by adopting a preventative, proactive and participatory approach to child safety in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records check and Misconduct screening verified by their previous employer prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.
We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and cultures.
How to Apply
Please click the ‘Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a response, in no more than 200 words, to the following questions:
- How would you describe your approach to managing relationships with a large number of complex creative industries stakeholders?
- What has your philosophy been for fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture?
Applicants should view the full Position Description attached to this advertisement prior to applying.
Applications close midnight on 2 February 2026
