Head of Strehlow

Apply Now; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) invites applications for the Head of Strehlow Research Centre in Alice Springs, NT. This full-time role leads a premier Aboriginal cultural heritage collection, guiding operations, teams and programs while building strong relationships with Custodians, Elders and communities.

Reporting to MAGNT leadership, you will drive culturally appropriate research, repatriation and collections care, helping MAGNT fulfill its mission to connect

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic leadership for one of Australia’s most significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections.
• Oversee the Centre’s operations, teams and programs while engaging Custodians, Elders and communities.
• Strengthen Aboriginal engagement, cultural governance and partnerships in MAGNT’s mission.

Job description

Lead the care, connection and future of Aboriginal cultural heritage in Central Australia.

Join the team at MAGNT!

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Territory’s premier cultural and scientific institution, welcoming more than 300,000 visitors each year. Our museums and heritage sites are places of discovery, learning and connection — loved by locals and a must‑see for Territory visitors.

Working at MAGNT means being part of a passionate, creative and community‑focused organisation that connects people to the stories, cultures and histories of the Northern Territory and our region.

Why Join MAGNT?

• Lead the future of one of Australia's most significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections.
• Build meaningful relationships with Custodians, Elders and communities.
• Support the repatriation, preservation and care of culturally significant collections.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
• Be part of an organisation committed to diversity and inclusion.

MAGNT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

About the role

Full-time | Ongoing

Salary: $125,000 p.a. + 12% super

Location: Alice Springs, NT

The Head of Strehlow Research Centre provides strategic leadership for one of Australia's most significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections. The role leads the Centre’s operations, team and programs while building strong relationships with Custodians, Elders and communities to support culturally appropriate research, collections care and repatriation. Working closely with the SRC Board and MAGNT Executive, the role helps strengthen Aboriginal engagement, cultural governance and partnerships, contributing to MAGNT’s mission of connecting people with the stories, cultures and histories of the Northern Territory.

For further information, please contact: Adam Worrall Director 08 8999 8220

About MAGNT

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Northern Territory’s premier cultural organisation.

Our principal facility since 1981 is on Larrakia Land at Bullocky Point in Darwin, home to internationally renowned cultural and scientific collections and research and exhibition programs.

MAGNT also operates the historic Fannie Bay Gaol in Darwin, the Museum of Central Australia incorporating the Strehlow Research Centre in Alice Springs, Megafauna Central and the Alcoota Fossil Bed site north east of Alice Springs.

MAGNT also manages the historic Lyons Cottage on Darwin’s Esplanade and the Defence of Darwin Experience at East Point in Darwin.

MAGNT attracts over 300,000 visitors annually to our sites.