💼 Full-Time Position

Principal Arts Advisor

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Selwyn District Council
📍 Rolleston, Canterbury, New Zealand
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Location
Rolleston, New Zealand
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Posted
April 12, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

About the role

We're looking for a motivated and experienced arts professional to join our Arts, Culture and Lifelong Learning team as Principal Advisor - Arts. This is a unique role offering the chance to lead, curate, and grow a district-wide arts programme that connects with our passionate local community and beyond.

This position is part of our Arts, Culture and Lifelong Learning team (ACLL) that delivers arts, heritage, and public library services across Selwyn District. Based primarily at Te Ara Ātea in Rolleston, a place of discovery, community gathering and knowledge sharing. This position is permanent, full-time 40 hours per week requiring flexibility to work weekends and evenings as required.

What you'll be doing

As the Principal Advisor - Arts, you'll be the face of arts in Selwyn. You'll lead the development and delivery of a vibrant and inclusive arts programme across the district, with a strong focus on Te Ara Ātea. As an experienced arts prof...