Director Art Gallery | Auckland Art Gallery Toi O Tamaki

OverviewDirector Art Gallery | Auckland Art Gallery Toi o TamakiJoin to apply for the Director Art Gallery | Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki role at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki.

The Gallery is inviting applications for a pivotal leadership position overseeing strategic planning, budgeting, and operational execution to ensure growth in patronage, profile, and long-term sustainability.

The Director will sit on the Executive Leadership Team of Tataki Auckland Unlimited (TAU) and contribute to the wider group.The Gallery is a cornerstone of Tamaki Makaurau's artistic life and fosters community engagement through exceptional art experiences.

With multiple exhibition spaces in its award-winning building, the Gallery cares for more than 18,000 artworks and welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.To express interest or arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Elizabeth Gretton at

• by 28 September 2025.

If you are ready to apply, please do so here : ?

ref=cm-ui.The Gallery's offerings include exhibitions and artist commissions, exhibition and collection services, public programmes, learning and outreach, retail and services for scholars, visitors, and the wider art community at home and abroad.

ResponsibilitiesA key responsibility of the Director is to lead with cultural sensitivity and uphold the mana of Maori and Indigenous artists across all levels of the institution's work.

This includes meaningful advocacy and championing Indigenous art both domestically and internationally.

The role requires strategic leadership to guide the Gallery's operations and ensure sustainable growth in patronage and reputation.Relationships are central to success.

The Director must cultivate strong, authentic connections with donors and members and ensure meaningful collaboration with the Auckland Art Gallery Advisory Committee and Haerewa, the Maori Advisory Group.

The Director will be responsible for overseeing the Gallery's strategic planning, budgeting, and operational execution, and will be part of TAU's Executive Leadership Team.

Role requirementsA tertiary qualification in art history, fine arts, museum studies, or a relevant arts and / or management discipline.Five to ten years' experience in a similar senior management position within the art gallery or museum sector.In-depth knowledge of, and experience in, the visual arts sector, coupled with a strong commercial acumen.The natural ability to foster relationships at all levels of the institution.A strong connection to Indigenous art.

Tataki Auckland Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

If you have any support or access requirements, advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

Salary terms and conditions may apply as per current TAU terms and conditions.

Should you change to a new position, you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Unlimited terms and conditions.

Job detailsSeniority level : Not ApplicableEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries : Government Administration

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