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.
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Application Instructions
Please ensure you complete all components of your application:
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Responses should clearly demonstrate how your experience, skills, education and training align with the requirements of the role.
• Submit a one‑page cover letter outlining:
– why you are interested in this role, and
– what skills, experience and personal qualities you would bring to our team.
Applications close: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm (ACST)