Seeking for Curator of Education and Public Programmes

Para Site is seeking for Curator of Education and Public Programmes

Para Site is Hong Kong’s leading contemporary art space and one of the oldest and most active independent art centres in Asia. The programme includes exhibitions, publications, public programmes, a residency programme and conferences. Join an ambitious team and become part of an exciting and growing non-profit art space.

www.para-site.org.hk

Under the direction of the Executive Director/Curator, the Curator of Education is responsible for the implementation and management of Para Site’s public programmes and new educational initiatives aimed at diverse audiences.

Responsibilities include:

• Helps direct the overall vision of Para Site’s education activities, leading to a growth in audience and increased awareness of Para Site
• Conducts programme research, development, and evaluation for new educational initiatives
•  Oversees and coordinates the new educational initiatives, working in collaboration with external organisations
• With the Executive Director/Curator and Curator, plans public programmes (talks, panel discussions, workshops, screenings) related to Para Site’s exhibitions and publications
•  Oversees and programs the annual international conference
•  Strengthens relationships with faculty at local universities, and identifies opportunities to partner with other organisations
• Fosters communication between Para Site and the local community, developing strategies to engage with diverse audiences on various levels
• Ensures the effective promotion of all education programmes
• Develops and monitors the education budget
• With the Deputy Director, identifies possible funding for education programmes, and helps write proposals and grant applications

Qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in art history, curatorial studies, art education, or related field, in addition to a strong interest in contemporary art
• Minimum 3 years experience working with public programmes, and organizing large and small-scale projects
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work productively with diverse constituencies, including universities, local and international institutions, and the public
• Strong interest in engaging with the local community
• Fluency in both English and Cantonese
• Good sense of humour and judgment, and ability to work with a team

This is a 2-year-contracted, full-time position. Office hours are Monday – Friday, 11:00 am – 7:00pm, though some weeknights and weekends are necessary for events. Ideal start date is January 2015.

Interested parties are invited to submit a CV and letter outlining their vision for the job. Applicants are strongly encouraged to focus on specific arguments, proposals and opinions regarding their vision of Para Site, rather than employing the standard application language. Deadline for receiving submissions is October 17, 2014.

Job applications please submitted to hilda@para-site.org.hk