Program manager, Melbourne

Stella

Stella is seeking an energetic and well-organised program manager to oversee the planning and delivery of its full suite of programs, including the annual Stella Prize.

The role requires a keen understanding of the issues in the books and publishing industry, an ability to design strategic projects with demonstrable impact, and exemplary project delivery skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage all aspects of the annual Stella Prize including judging, author liaison, major announcements, and Award Night event planning
• Deliver Stella’s other initiatives & projects, including the Stella Count, writers’ residencies, and education programs
• Oversee project budgets and plans, liaise with key stakeholders, and support fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Demonstrated relevant experience in the literature sector, including established networks. An understanding of the literary prize landscape is an advantage
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to establish timelines and meet milestones, and troubleshoot
• Proven experience in event planning and project delivery with input from multiple stakeholders
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and build strong relationships.

This is a part-time (0.8FTE), flexible role based at Stella’s office in the State Library Victoria.

Stella is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from people who identify as First Nations, people of colour, trans and gender diverse, and/or Deaf, disabled/people with a disability.

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