Executive Manager – Civic Theatre (Internal Only)

• Lead Civic Theatre with inclusive programs and service excellence that reflect CN's value and enrich community culture
• Driver strategy, planning, and budget management for high-performing operations and sustainable growth
• Permanent opportunity, 35-hour week

As a member of our team, you won't just work for the city; you’ll co-create it.

Here, your ideas and efforts directly shape the places where you and your community live, work, and play.

Through your work, you’ll have a behind the scenes pass to Newcastle's evolution as you shape our future as a liveable, inclusive city.

The Executive Manager, Civic Theatre is responsible for improving the operating and business model specific to Civic Theatre, The Playhouse and in Newcastle, promoting culture and community facilities by enhancing a positive customer experience.

This position oversees a range of services to the community and visitors including commercial venue hire and management services, live performance and cultural programming, technical front of house services, ticket sales, and will build strong working relationships within the Creative and Community Services directorate.

This position forms part of the Leadership Team that establishes the City of Newcastle's culture and values and ensures all operations reflect these values. We need strong commitment to and advocacy for our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Strategy.

Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.

We champion inclusion so that everyone is valued, and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.

People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural, racial, ethnic, religious and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, carers, and veterans) are encouraged to apply.

Notes:

• EOI applications will be reviewed by Alissa Jones – Executive Director Creative & Community Services. Employees will be advised whether or not they have been selected.
• To be considered eligible for this role, employees should have a level of experience relevant to the position.
• Employees interested in lodging an EOI should refer to the position description to gain a full understanding of the requirements of the position.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 27 July 2025

Remuneration: $198,688.60 + 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment + 12% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour week

Contact: Alissa Jones - 02 4974 2145

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruit@ncc.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

We encourage internal employees to inform their current managers if this opportunity is of interest before submitting a formal application.

Internal recruitment and staff movements incur a four (4) week notice period. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team if you require further information.