Role purpose

The APS6 Coordinator, Exhibitions is a key operational role within the Exhibitions Business Unit, supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of the Museum’s on-site, temporary, gallery and touring exhibitions. Working under the direction of an EL1 Manager, the Coordinator provides hands-on support across a range of exhibition initiatives, contributing to the successful delivery of compelling, audience-focused projects aligned with the Museum’s strategic vision and narrative.

This position is one of six APS6 roles within the Exhibitions Business Unit. All Coordinators share the same position description and are expected to work collaboratively and flexibly across the team, providing surge capacity and support to priority areas as required, while remaining focused on their assigned core projects. This structure enables a responsive, high-performing team capable of delivering a dynamic and nationally significant exhibition program.





The role supports activity across the exhibition lifecycle - from planning and development to installation and evaluation - including scheduling, procurement, risk management, budgeting and stakeholder engagement. The Coordinator, Exhibitions works closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure that project milestones are achieved and deliverables meet institutional standards, timelines and cultural protocols.

Key accountabilities
- Coordinate aspects of temporary, touring and gallery exhibitions, supporting the delivery of project timelines, logistics and documentation in alignment with project plans.
- Assist Managers in monitoring budgets, procurement activities, risk registers and contract administration, ensuring compliance with public sector and Museum frameworks.
- Prepare and maintain high-quality project documentation, including meeting notes, schedules, procurement records and progress reports.
- Work collaboratively across teams and with external partners - such as contractors, designers and c

📌 Exhibitions Coordinator (Lima)
🏢 The National Museum of Australia
📍 Lima