Director, Digital Archives Preservation and Research

National Archives is seeking an experienced digital preservation or archival professional to lead the Digital Archives Preservation and Research team and support the long-term preservation and accessibility of our digital archival collection.

The Director provides high level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving and digital preservation issues and challenges, and leads the development and continuous improvement of digital archiving and digital preservation standards, policies and practices to ensure the effective management of the digital archival collection, with a focus on born-digital records.

The position requires proven leadership capability and a strong strategic focus, the capacity to build and sustain productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and the ability to identify priorities, pursue innovative approaches and achieve results.

Under broad direction the main duties of the role are to:

·      Lead and manage the DAPR section to achieve organisational objectives in accordance with the National Archives' strategic directions, outcome and outputs framework, legislative framework and other policies

·      Deliver high-level analysis and strategic advice on emerging digital archiving and digital preservation issues and challenges.

·      Lead the development, review and continuous improvement of digital archiving and digital preservation standards, policies and practices to ensure the effective management of the digital national archival collection, with a focus on born-digital records.

·      Apply and maintain understanding of digital preservation and digital archiving practices and tools to provide leadership, strategic advice and drive innovation.

·      Represent National Archives and build and maintain productive working relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders, national and international cultural institutions, government agencies and the digital archiving community.

·      Inspire and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance to Baseline Level.

Appropriate qualifications or experience in digital archiving or digital preservation are highly desirable.