Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research

National Archives of Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

National Archives of Australia in Canberra is seeking an experienced Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research to lead the Digital Archives Preservation and Research team and advance long-term preservation and accessibility of the digital collection.

You will provide strategic analysis on digital archiving, shape standards and policies for born-digital records, and build strong relationships with stakeholders across government and international archives while fostering a

Qualifications

• Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to Baseline Level.
• Appropriate qualifications or experience in digital archiving or digital preservation are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the DAPR section to achieve organisational objectives in accordance with the National Archives' strategic directions, outcome and outputs framework, legislative framework and other policies.
• Deliver high-level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving and digital preservation issues and challenges.
• Lead the development, review and continuous improvement of digital archiving and digital preservation standards, policies and practices to ensure the effective management of the digital national archival collection, with a focus on born-digital records.
• Apply and maintain understanding of digital preservation and digital archiving practices and tools to provide leadership, strategic advice and drive innovation.

Job description

Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research

National Archives of Australia – Parkes ACT

National Archives is seeking an experienced digital preservation or archival professional to lead the Digital Archives Preservation and Research team and support the long-term preservation and accessibility of our digital archival collection.

The Director provides high level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving and digital preservation issues and challenges, and leads the development and continuous improvement of digital archiving and digital preservation standards, policies and practices to ensure the effective management of the digital archival collection, with a focus on born-digital records.

The position requires proven leadership capability and a strong strategic focus, the capacity to build and sustain productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and the ability to identify priorities, pursue innovative approaches and achieve results.

Key duties of the position include:

• Lead and manage the DAPR section to achieve organisational objectives in accordance with the National Archives' strategic directions, outcome and outputs framework, legislative framework and other policies
• Deliver high-level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving and digital preservation issues and challenges.
• Lead the development, review and continuous improvement of digital archiving and digital preservation standards, policies and practices to ensure the effective management of the digital national archival collection, with a focus on born-digital records.
• Apply and maintain understanding of digital preservation and digital archiving practices and tools to provide leadership, strategic advice and drive innovation.
• Represent National Archives and build and maintain productive working relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders, national and international cultural institutions, government agencies and the digital archiving community.
• Inspire and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to Baseline Level.

Notes

Appropriate qualifications or experience in digital archiving or digital preservation are highly desirable.

Getting to know the National Archives of Australia

The National Archives of Australia has a skilled and diverse workforce. We value our people, performance, integrity and service. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability and people from every cultural and linguistic background. National Archives has a presence in all state and territory capital cities. Our national office and exhibition spaces are in Canberra, and all centres offer public reading rooms where visitors are able to examine original records. Some offices are co-located with the state or territory archives, providing one-stop public access. National Archives collection is housed in several repositories located around Australia. We offer a high standard of service as outlined in our service charter. If you would like to join our team, we invite you to apply for this vacancy.