Head of Strehlow

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT); Alice Springs; Sur place; AUD 106 000 - 144 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion

Résumé du poste

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) seeks a visionary Head of Strehlow Research Centre to lead one of Australia’s most significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections in Central Australia. Based in Alice Springs, you will steer operations, programs and staff while fostering strong ties with Custodians, Elders and communities.

You will work closely with MAGNT’s SRC Board and Executive to advance culturally appropriate research, governance and partnerships, driving

Responsabilités

• Lead strategic leadership for one of Australia’s significant Aboriginal cultural heritage collections.
• Oversee the SRC’s operations, team and programs and build strong relationships with Custodians, Elders and communities.
• Support culturally appropriate research, collections care and repatriation.
• Collaborate with the SRC Board and MAGNT Executive to strengthen Aboriginal engagement and partnerships.

Description du poste

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.

Applications close: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm (ACST)

For Further Information, Please Contact Adam Worrall

Director

08 8999 8220

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