Head of Digital Archives Preservation & Research

Digital Preservation Coalition; Australia; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

National Archives of Australia seeks a Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research to provide strategic leadership, shape policies for born-digital records, and guide the team's work across preservation, access, and research initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring senior archival expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to navigate complex governance while ensuring security clearances and citizenship requirements.

Qualifications

• Leadership and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Digital Archives Preservation and Research team.
• Develop policies and standards for digital archiving.
• Support long-term preservation and accessibility of born-digital records.

Skills

Leadership

Digital preservation

Policy development

Strategic thinking

Archival experience

Education

Archival qualification

Job description

National Archives of Australia seeks a Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research to provide strategic leadership, shape policies for born-digital records, and guide the team's work across preservation, access, and research initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring senior archival expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to navigate complex governance while ensuring security clearances and citizenship requirements.