The WAG is seeking a dynamic, collaborative Head of Collections & Exhibitions to join its executive team. As part of the executive team the person in this role will lead the curatorial program at the gallery, including exhibition planning and delivery, collections management and touring program. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of progressively expanding experience, including managerial experience; an extensive national and international professional network and will be committed to curating scholarly, rigorous, challenging exhibitions that provide a foundation for trans-disciplinary, socially engaged discourse. A curator with expertise in Canadian Historical art is required.
DUTIES
As part of the executive team, the Head of Collections & Exhibitions will be in charge of: • Building teams that develop the curatorial vision, strategies, and implementation for the WAG;
• Working with the executive team to lead and execute the exhibition critical path; • Preparing, administering, and monitoring all budgets for the department;
• Preparing and monitoring the collection development plan;
• Planning and facilitating Works of Art Committee meetings; and
• Maintaining an engaging profile to positively represent the gallery in the community.
QUALIFICATIONS
• University degree at the Masters level;
• Minimum five years of experience in a curatorial or supervisory position;
• Management experience including administration, financial planning, project management, and leadership with human resources.
ASSETS
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strength in writing;
• Ability to manage a complex workload with multiple stakeholders;
• French-English bilingualism; and
• Ability to speak and write an Indigenous language.
