Live Performance Australia (LPA) is the peak body for Australia’s live arts and entertainment industry. Our mandate is to advocate for and support policy decisions that benefit the sustainability and growth of the live arts and entertainment industry in Australia. 

LPA has a broad membership, with over 400 members across Australia, that covers all performing art forms and organisations of all sizes. Our members include: commercial and independent producers, music promoters, performing arts companies, venues (performing arts centres, commercial theatres, stadiums and arenas), arts festivals, music festivals, service providers (such as ticketing companies and technical suppliers), independent cinemas and exhibition providers.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic, smart and friendly team player with strong attention to detail to join LPA’s Policy team. 

The role requires demonstrated experience in: 

• Undertaking research and analysis and formulating policy positions and best practice
• Understanding, interpreting and communicating complex ideas and legislation
• Clear, concise and persuasive writing
• Understanding of government and policy making processes
• Managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and operating in an environment with short and competing timeframes.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 -5 years’ professional experience in a similar role with tertiary qualifications in public policy, economics or law.  

An attractive salary package will be offered commensurate with skills and experience. 

View the Policy Advisor position description.
View the Senior Policy Advisor position description.

As part of our values, LPA strives to be diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply, including First Nations people, people from multicultural backgrounds, people with a disability, people who identify as LGTBQIA+, and people from all age groups.  

To apply for this role, please provide a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria and resume to: 

Kim Tran
Director, Policy and Governance
Ph 03 8614 2004
employment@liveperformance.com.au 

Applications close 5pm Monday 1 July 2024.

Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.