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Director A Branch of the Hellenic Foundation of Culture in Melbourne
(The Australian Office of The Hellenic Foundation of Culture)

The Hellenic Foundation of Culture under the control of the Hellenic Republic, Ministry of Culture, aiming at the promotion of the Hellenic culture and language outside Greece, offers a position of the Director for its Australian operations. The Director will supervise the House’s staff, be responsible for its administration and management as well as the planning and organisation of all its activities (e.g. teaching of the Greek language, visual arts exhibitions, lectures, concerts, festivals etc). Finally, the Director will oversee the House of Greek Culture relationships with the local community and authorities.

Selection criteria:
a. A degree from a tertiary institution. Postgraduate qualifications will be an advantage.
b. Fluency in both Greek and English languages. Knowledge of other languages will be considered favourably.
c. Demonstrated work experience in the area of cultural administration.
d. Knowledge and experience of the Australian society and culture.

The Director’s remuneration will be determined according to the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Fixed three years tenure will be offered in the first instance with the possibility of renewal after its expiry.

All interested parties are kindly requested to submit their “Confidential” Application by Friday 15 February 2008 along with:

a. A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae,
b. The names and addresses of previous employment related referees,
c. A short outline of the candidate personal views and suggestions on “How the Hellenic culture can be effectively promoted in Australia”.

(Copies of qualifications and other documentations will be requested for submission by the short-listed candidates only).
The above information must be mailed by registered post to:
Hellenic Foundation of Culture (Office of the President) Stratigou Kallari 50
154 52 Athens (Psychiko), GREECE Further information from the Office of the President 210-6776 549 (ext. 12)

Please note:
• The successful applicant must be available and ready to commence work in March 2008.
• The Hellenic Foundation for Culture reserves the right, should it deem it necessary, to stop the above selection process at any stage without any obligation to offer reasons, justification and acceptance of liability. Contact :
Hellenic Foundation of Culture (Office of the President) Stratigou Kallari 50 154 52 Athens (Psychiko), GREECE Further information from the Office of the President: 210-6776 549 (ext. 12)

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