Senior Project Archivist, Find & Connect Web Resource
The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Australia- Opening Date: 23-Aug-2024
- Closing Date: 05-Sep-2024
- Parkville, Victoria, Australia
- UOM 6 - $96,459 – 104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Assist in managing the content of the Find & Connect web resource, including updating information and creating new entries, liaising with external stakeholders to do so, as required.
- Undertake research into the historical context of child welfare in Australia, the organisations involved and where the records are today.
- In conjunction with other project staff, present the outcomes of research in conference papers, refereed journal articles and other scholarly activities.
- Work collaboratively with project staff, Chief Investigators, and internal and external stakeholders in relation to achieving the project goals.
- Support the efficient administration of the project, including contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of the project as required.
- Strong grasp of the national Find & Connect services and sensitivity to the context and history of child welfare in Australia.
- Experience using standards-based content management systems and databases.
- Ability to work in complex team environments.
- Strong research skills to tackle key issues.
- Excellent communication skills to build relationships with stakeholders.
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field and subsequent experience in archival standards and description; or an equivalent combination of experience and education / training.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research including analysing and addressing key research issues and questions.
- Demonstrated experience in using standards-based content management systems and databases, and proficiency in a range of other software applications.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new concepts, understand complex issues and appreciate the sensitivity of information and material handled.
- Salary packaging.
- Subsidised health and wellbeing services.
- Fitness and cultural clubs.
- Myki discounts.
- 25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families.
- Generous leave provisions.
- This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Senior Project Archivist, Find & Connect Web Resource
Job no: 0039226
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term (12 months)
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
School: Digital Studio
Salary: UOM 6 - $96,459 – 104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
Opportunity to drive the development of a vital resource for Forgotten Australians and Former Child Migrants
Enhance a nationally recognised tool for child welfare history and research
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
This role plays a crucial part in the ongoing development and maintenance of the Find & Connect web resource, a vital tool that supports Forgotten Australians, Former Child Migrants, and others who spent time in out-of-home care from the 1920s through the 1980s. As part of a federally funded national service, delivered by the University of Melbourne in partnership with the Department of Social Services, you will update and create entries, conduct research, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and accessibility of information.
Your contributions will help care leavers and their families reconstruct personal histories, understand the historical context of child welfare in Australia, and locate important records. Additionally, the resource is widely used by support service agencies, care providers, and research and policy teams. Since its launch in 2011, the web resource has undergone significant enhancements, and your role will be essential in continuing this development. Reporting to the Program Manager, you will help make a meaningful impact on the lives of those seeking to reconnect with their past.
The position is primarily located at the Parkville campus.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist in managing the content of the Find & Connect web resource, including updating information and creating new entries, liaising with external stakeholders to do so, as required.
- Undertake research into the historical context of child welfare in Australia, the organisations involved and where the records are today.
- In conjunction with other project staff, present the outcomes of research in conference papers, refereed journal articles and other scholarly activities.
- Work collaboratively with project staff, Chief Investigators, and internal and external stakeholders in relation to achieving the project goals.
- Support the efficient administration of the project, including contributing to the development, implementation and monitoring of the project as required.
Who We Are Looking For
You have a strong grasp of the national Find & Connect services and sensitivity to the context and history of child welfare in Australia, and experience using standards-based content management systems and databases.
You are great at working in complex team environments, with strong research skills to tackle key issues. Your communication skills are excellent, allowing you to build strong relationships with stakeholders, and you're quick to grasp new concepts and handle sensitive information with care.
You will also have:
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field and subsequent experience in archival standards and description; or an equivalent combination of experience and education / training.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake independent research including analysing and addressing key research issues and questions.
- Demonstrated experience in using standards-based content management systems and databases, and proficiency in a range of other software applications.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly assimilate new concepts, understand complex issues and appreciate the sensitivity of information and material handled.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
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If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ana Gencic via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Applications close: 5 SEPTEMBER 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)
Position Description: 0039226_Senior Project Archivist_PD.pdf
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Position Description
Advertised: 23 Aug 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Sep 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
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