Associate Producer Public Programs, Scienceworks

About this role

Australia's largest public museum organisation is seeking an Associate Producer, Public Programs (Scienceworks) at Museums Victoria.

ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA:

Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world's most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV)—where every day is a new opportunity to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the southern hemisphere's largest and most iconic museum organisations, we're not just about exhibits; we're about engaging, immersive moments that spark curiosity, creativity, and connection.

Home to the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, the culturally rich Immigration Museum, the mind-expanding Scienceworks, and the World Heritage–listed Royal Exhibition Building, MV is a place where events transform spaces and stories into something truly unmissable. Join a passionate team that brings ideas to life and makes discovery part of everyday experience.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The Associate Producer, Public Programs (Scienceworks) supports the development, coordination and delivery of a range of public programs and events designed to engage and grow Museums Victoria's diverse audiences, with a core focus on Scienceworks.

Working closely with the Producer, Public Programs, the role helps ensure programs are delivered seamlessly and contribute to an excellent audience experience. The position plays an important part in developing and presenting engaging science-based experiences, coordinating staff and resources, and collaborating with internal teams, partners and community stakeholders to achieve Museums Victoria's strategic and audience engagement objectives.

Some of the key duties include: 

• Working collaboratively with the Producer, Public Programs to support seamless daily program delivery and operations, contributing to team cohesion and a high-performing workplace culture.
• Coordinating with Museums Victoria staff, program partners, community groups and other stakeholders to develop and deliver programs that engage diverse audiences with Museums Victoria's experiences, collections and research.
• Presenting a broad range of programs, activities and presentations for public and education audiences.
• Providing day-to-day support and supervision of Learning Facilitators, including monitoring skills and knowledge needs for program delivery.
• Training Learning Facilitators and Volunteers in effective program delivery and audience engagement methodologies.
• Rostering staff and resources to ensure efficient program delivery and contributing to departmental administration.
• Participating in program reviews and implementing responsive improvements to planning, development and delivery.
• Building and maintaining professional relationships with stakeholders that support Museums Victoria's strategic directions.
• Ensuring compliance with Museums Victoria policies, procedures and relevant legislation.

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate programs or projects, ensuring staffing, resources, logistics and budgets are effectively managed and objectives are delivered within agreed timeframes.
• Experience supporting and supervising public-facing teams, including rostering, coaching staff and volunteers, and responding to operational issues during program delivery.
• Experience researching, developing and delivering innovative public programs and events for varied audiences in an informal education environment.
• Knowledge of learning theories and public engagement practices for diverse audiences, along with sound knowledge of science topics and contemporary issues in a science centre or museum context.
• Well-developed communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and tailor communication approaches to different audiences.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively while contributing to a diverse, innovative, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture aligned with Museums Victoria's values.

OTHER INFORMATION

This is a Full time, ongoing position. The salary on offer is a VPS3.1 Base salary of $79,122 per annum (pro rata) plus 12% superannuation.

The successful applicant is required to undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children Check and be assessed as suitable (new employees are required to meet this cost).

HOW TO APPLY?

To view the position description, visit Careers - Museums Victoria. From our Current Vacancies page, select “All Jobs” and click on the link for this job's listing. 

To apply, please click “Apply for this Job” at the bottom of the job listing page. 

For more information about this position, please contact Phoebe Melvin at PMelvin@museum.vic.gov.au.

Please submit the three following three documents with your application: 

• Your Cover Letter
• Your Resume
• A written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in our Role Statement (Please refer to attached document)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 3 April 2026 (11:59pm)