Work with Musica Viva Australia

Join us! We’re always striving to create a culturally vibrant Australia where people of all ages, backgrounds, and communities have access to brilliant music.

We exist to create and support a vibrant chamber music sector which is accessible to people of all backgrounds across Australia.  

At the heart of this mission is our people – our wonderful staff members and volunteers. If you have a passion for the arts and classical music, take a look at our positions below.

Current opportunities

PARTNERSHIP COORDINATOR

Reports to: Partnerships Manager  
Location of Job: Melbourne on Wurundjeri Land
Appointment type: Permanent Part time (3 days per week) hybrid & flexible working arrangements available

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We are excited to invite applications for the role of Partnerships Coordinator — a fantastic parttime opportunity for someone who is organised, proactive, and ready to support Musica Viva Australia’s partnerships and fundraising activity. 

Working closely with the Partnerships Manager and the wider Development team, the qualities that will make you successful in this role include:

  • Strong written communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling proposals and reports 
  • Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines 
  • Confidence working with processes, documentation and follow through 
  • Experience with CRM systems is desirable (Tessitura or similar) — training will be provided 
  • A proactive, collaborative approach and an interest in the arts and nonprofit sector 

For a copy of the job description and how to apply: Click here 

Applications close: 26 March 2026 


EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – Teaching Artists (SA & NSW)

Reports to: State Manager (SA or NSW) as part of National Education Team 
Location: 
One contract each in Adelaide SA and Sydney, NSW. 
Appointment type: 
Contractor - multi-year contract (SA), one-year (NSW)  

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Music Educators Wanted – Inspire Music in Schools! 

Musica Viva Australia is seeking passionate Primary Music Educators to lead our Music Education Residency Program in SA and NSW. Work alongside school communities to build joyful, sustainable music learning for children. 

We’re looking for educators who are creative, collaborative, and committed to empowering teachers and students through high quality musicmaking. 

What you’ll need: 

  • Recent primary music teaching experience
  • Strong music education background 
  • Confident classroom presence and mentoring skills
  • Ability to connect with diverse communities
  • Orff or Kodály training (desirable) 

Applications close: 24 March 2026 

For a copy of the job description and how to apply: Click here

Volunteer Positions - Get in touch!

Our volunteers have played an integral role with Musica Viva Australia since its founding in 1945, when European refugees volunteered their time to see their cultural roots flourish in their new country. Today, our volunteers donate their time to roles on committees, administration, and providing specialty services, and we’re hugely grateful for their contributions.

If you’ve got skills and time to share with us, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply here.

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