First Nations Programs Lead

Full-time, Non-Ongoing, APS6 position
$94,563 – $105,910 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation
Australia’s leading museum located waterside in beautiful Darling Harbour

The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking an experienced and highly organised First Nations Programs Lead to join the First Nations team in this full-time non-ongoing APS level 6 position with the possibility of ongoing.

About the Role

The First Nations Programs Lead is responsible for coordinating the effective planning, programming and delivery of exhibitions, public programs and site activations as well as digital and social media outputs. The role will work with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure all aspects of programs and site activations are well managed, milestones are met, risks are identified and managed, and key deliverables are achieved. This position will support the operation of the Museum’s Indigenous initiatives and engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander groups and communities across Australia to deliver Indigenous-specific projects, programs and exhibitions. Based within the Knowledge team, this role includes liaison and collaboration with all sections to embed Indigenous knowledges and cultural perspectives across the Museum.

This position is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people identified position. This is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people under Clause 26 of the Public Service Commissioner’s Direction 2016 and consistent with the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.

Key Accountabilities

Under limited direction, this position is responsible for delivering the following functions:

• Ensure all aspects of First Nations programs, exhibitions and site activations are well managed, milestones are met, risks are identified and managed, and key deliverables are achieved
• Assist in delivering the Museum’s outreach, collection, documentation, interpretation and exhibition activities
involving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences, knowledges and cultural expressions.
• Support the Head, Indigenous Programs in liaising and collaborating with other First Nations peoples
internationally, in support of the Museum’s projects and programs.
• Positively collaborate across the Museum to ensure that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural
perspectives and knowledges are incorporated into all of the Museum’s internal and external activities.
• Represent the Museum in public forums, media opportunities, conferences, cultural institutions networks and
Indigenous communities.

Key Selection Criteria
The successful candidate will demonstrate their capacity against the following:

1. Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences and cultures, including
historical and current-day issues.
2. Proven experience in meeting project deadlines, operating within budget constraints and working across
multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
3. Effective project management skills including budget development, scheduling, monitoring and evaluation of
projects.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of best practice relating to Indigenous engagement in the galleries, libraries, archives and museums sector.
5. Public engagement skills and experience in media, conferences, presentations and/or digital outreach.

Qualifications and/or relevant experience required

Desirable:
• Undergraduate qualifications in anthropology, archaeology, Aboriginal studies or museum and heritage studies,
and/or relevant experience in museums, the cultural sector or the university system.
• An existing network of connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Prior involvement in the Reconciliation Action Plan process.
• Familiarity with project management systems.

What We Can Offer You

Working at the Sea.Museum offers a stunning office location plus access to a range of benefits including:
• A competitive salary, plus 15.4% superannuation.
• Generous leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Great training and development opportunities.
• Rewards and recognition initiatives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP – a free counselling service for you and your family).
• Wellbeing initiatives including free flu shots and reimbursement for optical.
• Salary packaging options.
• Staff Regatta – Sailing on the Harbour.

When applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application.
In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports.

Applications Close: 11:30pm AEST, Wednesday 3 September 2025. No Applications will be accepted by mail or email.