What we do
Museums of History NSW (MHNSW) is the first cultural institution in the state with history as its core mandate. MHNSW provides public access to government archives, objects, materials, buildings, places and stories that shape the historic, social, political and cultural identity of NSW. As a custodian and storyteller, MHNSW is committed to preserving and presenting our state’s unique history and bringing its stories to life through diverse voices and viewpoints. We place history before us not behind us, making it immersive, discoverable and relevant through interpretation, exhibitions, public programs and online resources.
MHNSW brings together the museums, historic houses and associated collections previously in the care of Sydney Living Museums with the vast collection of more than 13 million items held by the former NSW State Archives. This includes one of the world’s most complete and important collections documenting colonisation.
Alongside Museums of History NSW is the State Records Authority NSW (SRANSW) which focuses on record keeping standards, regulation, advice, education and policy.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us at MHNSW as we write the future of history!
What you’ll do with us
This role will manage and supervise the Curatorial Team – a unit within the Curatorial & Research Team – to deliver high quality curatorial services to interpret, promote and develop collections and create informative, compelling and engaging curatorial content that ensures the strategic objectives and business goals of MHNSW are met.
For more information on the role contact Dr Penny Stannard on 0439 183 921.
Click here for the role description.
What you need to do to apply
To apply you will need to submit the following:
- A one to two page cover letter outlining how your skills and experiences meet the essential requirements for this role,
- Respond to the 2 targeted questions (no more than 20 lines per answer). Your responses to the targeted questions should be submitted online during your application and not included in the covering letter, and
- A current resume with two referees
Also note:
- To be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check with NSW Police.
- If you are speech or hearing impaired, have access requirements that require reasonable adjustment in the assessment process, or require access to information about this vacancy in a different format, please call the Head of People & Culture on 02 8239 2366.
- A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
Diversity and Flexible Working
We are expert keepers and tellers of history, and its many stories, peoples, and cultures. We want to create a team and workplace that reflects this diversity as well as the diversity in the communities we serve. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better, more inclusive results and connects our people to our communities, to our history, and to each other.
Our vision is to support and empower First Nations people, communities and culture, and across the sites that we care for, we are committed to shifting perspectives, truth telling and delivering honest reflections on history.
We understand that flexibility means different things to different people and are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where and when possible.
Our team can provide alternative formats to apply, make adjustments to the recruitment process and offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.
If you have disability and require more information or assistance please contact People & Culture on [email protected]
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
What the essential requirements of the role are
- Degree qualification in history, cultural studies or similar fields and post graduate qualification in relevant area or equivalent experience.
- Substantial experience in managing an outcomes-driven curatorial team within the galleries, libraries, archives and/or museums sector that creates compelling and informative curatorial content to increase public access to and engagement with collections.
- Willingness to work across MHNSW sites and ability to travel to multiple locations.
For more information and to apply visit: JobsNSW.
