Director, Digital Archives & Preservation Strategy

National Archives of Australia; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The Director will provide high-level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving challenges, and lead the development of standards, policies and practices for born-digital records.

Qualifications

• Appropriate qualifications or experience in digital archiving or digital preservation are highly desirable.
• Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to Baseline Level.
• RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Digital Archives Preservation and Research team.
• Provide high-level analysis and strategic advice on digital archiving and digital preservation issues.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of digital archiving standards, policies and practices for born-digital records.

Skills

Leadership capability

Strategic focus

Stakeholder relationships

Prioritisation

Innovation

Education

Digital archiving experience

Job description

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

The Director will provide high-level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving challenges, and lead the development of standards, policies and practices for born-digital records.