Vacancy For Executive Director At National And State Libraries Australasia (Nsla)

Digital Preservation Coalition; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Executive Director to lead the National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA). This pivotal role involves overseeing strategic initiatives, managing a remote team, and engaging with key stakeholders across the library and cultural sectors. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership and strategic skills, with a proven track record in stakeholder management and budget oversight. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of library services across Australia, making a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Extensive understanding of the library sector and its challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of NSLA’s strategic and operational plans.
• Oversee collaboration with member libraries on major projects.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Strategic Planning

Education

Master's Degree in Library Science or related field

Experience in cultural or government sectors

Job description

• Vacancy for Executive Director at National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA)

Vacancy for Executive Director at National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA)

18 January 2024

Australia (Canberra preferred)

Full-Time

The Executive Director is responsible for leading implementation of NSLA’s strategic and operational plans. This means overseeing an extensive program of work in collaboration with the ten NSLA member libraries including major projects, policy development, research collaborations, advocacy activity, professional networks and advisory groups.

The Executive Director works in a highly collaborative environment, negotiating with CEOs and senior staff from NSLA libraries to reach consensus on priority pieces of work and resource allocation. They communicate with the wider library, cultural, government, and research sectors on behalf of NSLA member libraries. The role calls for demonstrated leadership skills, high-level strategic skills, strong stakeholder management capability, budget management skills, and extensive understanding of the library sector.

The Executive Director reports to the Chair of NSLA and manages a remote team of four, with colleagues currently based in Melbourne, Darwin, and Wellington, New Zealand.

Ideally the incumbent will be stationed at NSLA headquarters in Canberra, but the role is open to applicants elsewhere in Australia.