Director Collection Management

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Director Collection Management
This is an Identified position
Who we areWe are Australia's only national institution focused exclusively on the diverse history,

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cultures, and heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australia. We house theworld's most important and extensive collection of cultural information and material, andwe provide leadership, publish, and promote greater understanding and appreciation ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We create opportunities for people the worldover to engage with and be transformed by the knowledge, the culture, and the story ofAustralia's Indigenous peoples. We are Australia's national institution for leadership inAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research.
What we doWe care for a priceless collection, including films, photographs, video, and audio recordingsas well as the world's largest collection of printed and other resource materials forAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander studies. We undertake and encourage scholarly,ethical, community-based research in a variety of sectors, including health, native title,languages, and education. Our publishing house, Aboriginal Studies Press, regularlypublishes outstanding writing that promotes Australian Indigenous cultures.Our activities affirm and raise awareness of the richness and diversity of Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander cultures and histories.
Our functions are established under the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
These functions are to:• provide access to a national collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
culture and heritage.• use that national collection to strengthen and promote knowledge and
understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.• provide leadership in the fields of:
? Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research; and? activities relating to collections associated with Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples; and use (including use for research) of that nationalcollection and other collections containing Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander culture and heritage.
• lead and promote collaborations and partnerships among the academic,research, non-government, business and government sectors andAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in support of the otherfunctions of the Institute.
• provide advice to the Commonwealth on the situation and status of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage.
We are an Australian Government statutory authority. The Minister responsible for AIATSIS is
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DIRECTOR COLLECTION MANAGEMENT
Vacancy Information
Job Reference 96_04/24
Classification Executive Level 2
No. of vacancies 1
Salary $127,226 - $138,677
Group Collections Services
Area Collections Management
Employment Status Non-ongoing
Hours Full Time 36.75
Close Date 11.30pm Thursday 02 May 2024
Contact Person Dr Caroline Hughes02 6129 ******

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About the Group
The Collections Services Group is responsible for the development, management, andpreservation of the AIATSIS Collection. The Group manages, describes, preserves, and digitisesthe AIATSIS Collection.
About the Program AreaThe Collection Management Program sits within the Collection Services Group. CollectionManagement consists of the Archival Collections (Audiovisual, Photographic and Manuscript)and Collection Transformation units. Key operational activities of the program includecataloguing, accessioning, and describing the AIATSIS Audiovisual, Photographic andManuscript collections to enhance discoverability of, and access to, these collections for allAustralians. The Program is also responsible for delivering the Collection Transformationprogram which aims to reshape the work of Collection Services Group through new collectionsystems, workflows, and processes. Collection Management works closely with CollectionDevelopment and Care, Collection Preservation and Digitisation, and Collection Access teamsto support the discoverability and accessibility of the AIATSIS collection for all Australians.
About the RoleThe Director, Collection Management, is responsible for the implementation of the AIATSISCollection Transformation Strategy which aims to reshape the work of Collection ServicesGroup through new collection systems, workflows, and processes as well as accessioning,describing and management of the Audiovisual, Manuscript and Photographic collections. Theposition comprises two units, Archival Collection and Collections Transformation. As part of thesenior leadership cohort, the Director will work collaboratively with the Executive Director andother directors within the Group as well as across the organisation in order to achieve AIATSISand Collection goals and strategically shape the organisation's culture and future direction.Key responsibilities include:• Managing and leading the operation of the program for the effective and efficient operation
of the program, including administration, resource and financial management, staffmanagement and development, and program planning.
• Providing strategic direction to the program, including developing business plans andpriorities and monitor performance.
• Making high level decisions and take responsibility for the performance and output of theprogram.
• Taking a lead role in the management and implementation of the Institute's collectiontransformation priorities and archival practices.
• Providing high level expert advice on professional, technical, and administrative matters inrelation to the management and discoverability of the Collection in accordance withcorporate and program policies and plans.
• Developing strategy, policies, priorities and operational practices and activities in support ofAIATSIS and Collection Services Group objectives.
• Providing written reports, statistics, submissions, and complex correspondence as required.• Engaging and managing stakeholders through collaboration, negotiation, and resolving
conflict and managing sensitivities.

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You will be aware of the Commonwealth Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CulturalCapability Framework and ways of knowing, doing and being. In particular, you:• Understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business within the agency and theoutcomes the agency is responsible for delivering.• Have an authentic and respectful interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture,
policy, and implementation matters.• Engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander colleagues and employees in a sensitive
and equitable manner.• Take the perspective of others, seeking to understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples' point of view and experiences.
The ideal candidate will come with the skills, experience and attributes shown below:• well-developed understanding of the collection development and management principleswithin a cultural institution or community organisation, particularly in relation to theappropriate management of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and heritagematerials, including an understanding of copyright legislation, Indigenous Cultural andIntellectual Property Rights, Indigenous cultural protocols, and related cultural safety issues.
• understanding of contemporary archival and collection management and preservationpractices as well as relevant tools such as digital asset management, collectionmanagement and integrated library management systems.
• ability to lead and manage a complex digital transformation project in a collectionmanagement/access context, in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• ability to lead and inspire team through excellent people management, resilience, andcapability to manage competing priorities in changing environment.
• demonstrated ability to cultivate and nurture collaborative and productive workingrelationships, facilitating cooperation by fostering teamwork, resolving conflict usingappropriate strategies, displaying integrity and professionalism and a commitment toachieving results.
• proven ability to shape strategic thinking, provide strategic advice, along with the ability tosolve complex issues and translate strategy into operational goals.
• demonstrated ability to communicate with influence. Strong interpersonal, negotiation,liaison, and collaborative skills.
• relevant degree and/or demonstrated relevant experience and skills.

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What we offer
We understand that you will work best when you have a healthy work-life balance and canattend to your family commitments. That is why we offer,
Great salary conditions including individual flexible salary arrangements
15.4% Superannuation
Competitive leave entitlements, including 20 days annual leave, 18 days personal leave, upto 14 weeks maternity leave and other parental leave, and the ability to purchase extraleave.
Paid leave during end of year shutdown
Health benefits including, reimbursements for health promotion activities, eye health and flu
Flexible working conditionsOpportunities for further education, professional development and study assistance will beavailable. You can also expect personal development planning activities and to work in asupportive learning environment.
Who to contactFor enquiries about this job please contact Dr Caroline Hughes, 02 6129 3955,******
If you are experiencing any difficulties accessing or submitting your online application, pleasecontact the AIATSIS Recruitment Team ******
How to applyIf this sounds like the opportunity you are looking for, we want to hear from you! Apply
through our online recruitment system (eRecruit)
Closing Date 11.30pm (AEDST) on Thursday 02 May 2024
You will need to address both the Cultural Capability (no more than 500 words) and our idealcandidate (no more than 750 words) sections, in your response. Provide a succinct summaryoutlining why you are interested in this position and why you believe that you have thecultural capability, skills, knowledge, and experience to be considered for this role. Pleaseprovide examples which demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of the position.
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Your cultural competency will carry more weight than other factors in the assessment.These requirements are based on the information provided to you as part of the job
Do not simply state that you meet the requirements - it is essential that you provideexamples from your current or past role(s) which demonstrate how you meet each of thekey areas or points. You should focus on how your experience, achievements andcapabilities will enable you to successfully undertake the responsibilities of the role(s).
Applicants are also required to submit a current CV/resume.
If you need assistance developing your response, you may want to refer to the applyingfor jobs on the Australian Public Service Commission website:
Identified positionsIdentified positions are roles that require people to understand the issues affecting IndigenousAustralians and a proven ability to communicate sensitively with them. These requirements aregenerally for jobs that involve providing services or developing policies for IndigenousAustralians, and/or direct interaction with Indigenous communities.Identified positions are crucial in ensuring that the APS has the right people working oninitiatives to improve the delivery of services and close the gap between Indigenous and nonIndigenous Australians and are open to all Australian citizens.At AIATSIS all positions are Identified positions where candidates are required to demonstratean understanding of the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their cultures,and their issues and to be able to communicate respectfully with them.You must provide the name and contact details of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderreferee. This referee will be contacted to determine your cultural capability.
What is Cultural Capability?As all positions at AIATSIS are 'Identified' each position will have various elements ofinvolvement with the delivery of Indigenous specific services, programs, and policies as part ofAIATSIS core functions. AIATSIS therefore needs to also identify the cultural knowledge; skillsand personal attributes needed to deliver the required outcomes.Every part of how we work, who we work with and for, requires varying levels of knowledge ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, protocols and an understanding of issues thatenable effective communication and ultimately effective performance in the role. To assist you indetermining the required cultural capabilities of this role, you can refer to the Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander Cultural Capability – A Framework for Commonwealth Agencies


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