Frame Contemporary Art Finland is an expert organisation for Finnish contemporary art. Frame strengthens the position of the visual arts in society and promotes international cooperation and networking of art professionals. Please find Frame’s strategy here.
Frame is seeking a Senior Advisor who will be responsible for our core programmes for art professionals. This is a key role at Frame and a permanent position. The role has a strong international focus and involves close collaboration with both Finnish and international partners. We are looking for someone with broad work experience in contemporary art who enjoys cultivating networks and engaging with diverse art professionals. An important aspect of the work is engaging with and supporting organisations and communities in the Finnish art field. The ideal candidate combines a strategic mindset with a hands-on attitude.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan, implement and develop Frame’s core programmes for art professionals: expert visits to Finland, curator residencies, and international study trips.
- Engage in active dialogue with artists and art organisations in Finland to support their work.
- Maintain and develop Frame’s international networks.
- Ensure that Frame’s international guests have pleasant and enriching visits in Finland.
- Plan, monitor, and report on the use of the budget for professional programmes.
- Act as the intern’s immediate supervisor and support their professional development.
- Contribute to the foundation’s long-term strategic planning and fundraising.
- Report directly to the foundation’s CEO.
We expect from you:
- A deep commitment and motivation to serve the Finnish contemporary art scene with an open-minded, active, and dialogical approach.
- A degree in the field and/or diverse practical skills and a deep understanding of the contemporary art scene.
- At least 5 years of work experience in the field of contemporary art, including international experience.
- The ability to combine strategic vision with practical action.
- A self-directed, goal-oriented, and systematic work approach.
- The ability to take responsibility as part of a small team, and good interaction skills.
- Commitment to fair, inclusive, and sustainable working practices.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; other language skills are an advantage. Finnish language skills are not required for this position.
The work involves traveling.
Additionally, we appreciate:
- Networks relevant to the job.
Frame offers
- An opportunity to work at the intersection of the Finnish and international art scenes, to follow closely current developments, and to foster meaningful collaborations.
- A supportive and collegial work community.
- A comfortable office space and appropriate working equipment.
- A well-being programme that includes occupational health services, exercise and culture vouchers, regular staff recreation days, and an ICOM card.
Salary and Working Time
This is a permanent position starting 1 March 2026, or as agreed.
The regular working time can be agreed as either 80% or 100% of full-time employment. The monthly salary for full-time work is 4,000€.
The position includes a six-month probationary period.
About Frame
Frame’s office is located in the centre of Helsinki, and there is a possibility for partial distance work. The working languages of the organisation are English and Finnish. Frame’s office is not fully accessible. For more information on the accessibility of the office here.
Frame promotes equality in its activities and strives towards a more socially sustainable contemporary art field. We welcome applications from candidates of varied ages, genders, nationalities, social classes, abilities, and linguistic or cultural backgrounds. If you wish, you may provide information about this in the application form. All information you provide will be treated confidentially. As an employer, we are committed to an equal, safe, and comfortable working culture. Read more about Frame as an employer here. Please find Frame’s safer space guidelines and equality and non-discrimination plan here.
How to apply
You can apply for the position by completing the application form (link below) by Monday, 24 November 2025, at 4 pm Finnish time (GMT +2).
Additionally, please send your CV as a one PDF file to applications@frame-finland.fi within the application period. Please name the PDF file with Surname_Firstname and include “Senior Advisor” in your email’s subject line.
The first round of interviews for the position will take place on 8–9 December, either at Frame’s office or remotely. The second round of interviews takes place on 15 December. The selection will be made in December and published in January. Candidates invited to the interviews will receive the interview questions and additional information in advance. The second round will also include a pre-assignment.
This announcement has been published in English and Finnish.
Further information
Further information about the position is available from Frame’s CEO, Juha Huuskonen:
juha.huuskonen@frame-finland.fi, T. +358 40 570 9617.
Telephone inquiries will be answered at the following times:
Thu 6 Nov 3–5 pm
Wed 12 Nov 3–5 pm
Wed 19 Nov 3–5 pm