"Eric also worked for the Wellington City Council for four years as arts programmes and services manager, leading the development of the Toi Poneke Arts Centre, the ArtSplash Festival, public art commissions and creative industry developments."
Mr Holowacz's academic background included a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in English Literature and Art History and post-graduate study in Professional Communication.
A New Zealand citizen, Mr Holowacz specialised in projects and collaborations that engaged communities in new and unique ways - often revolving around cultural identity, local heritage, creative process and the expression of a sense of place.
Mr Holowacz will take up his new role on November 6.