Archivist - Digital Preservation and Systems
Archivist - Digital Preservation and Systems
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Job Description
- Based at our Footscray Park campus
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and the preservation of truth-telling narratives
About Us:
Our aim is to be a global leader in dual sector learning and research by 2028.
Victoria University (VU) is a bold and progressive dual sector University evidenced by the implementation of an Australian first theVU First Year College(FYC)and theVU Block Modelas well as VU TAFE renowned as a digital innovator in training and highly valued industry collaborator.
Our research with impact is strongly aligned to our TAFE and higher education offerings. These include Sports and Exercise Science (ranked 7th in the world) as well as Policy Studies Water Green Research translation Immunology and Early Childhood Education.
VU has a strategic commitment to being a thriving place to study and work. We are one of Australias most culturally and socially diverse universities and our international students are highly valued contributors to the VU community.
About the Role:
As theArchivist Digital Preservation & Systems youll safeguard digital cultural heritage at theintersection of technology archives and Indigenous governance. Your work will ensure theintegrity accessibility and ethical stewardshipof Aboriginal collections in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Working at the intersection oftechnology archives and Indigenous governance you will:
- Design and implementcutting-edge digital preservation systemsaligned withIndigenous Data Sovereignty (IDS&G) and Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP) principles.
- Collaborate withAboriginal Knowledge Holdes IT specialists and archiviststo develop sustainable culturally grounded solutions for long-term preservation.
- Leadmetadata management risk assessment and system integrationto protect digitised and born-digital materials.
- Mentor and train stakeholders inculturally sensitive digital preservation practices building capacity across the AHA.
This is a full time 2-years fixed term position at an HEP 7 classification with the salary range being $97863 - $105932 per annum plus 17% superannuation working 36.75 (1.0 FTE) hours per week.
About You
We are looking for atechnically skilled archivistwith a passion forlong-term preservation and Indigenous cultural stewardship. You thrive wheretechnical expertise meets community collaboration balancing precision with cultural accountability.
You will bring:
- Technical proficiency:Experience indigital preservationworkflows including file formats metadata standards and risk management strategies for long-term access.
- Systems expertise: Skills indigital asset management systems database administration and IT infrastructure for archives.
- Project leadership: Ability toprioritise competing demands solve technical challenges and deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
- Relationship-building: Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders from IT teams to Aboriginal community representatives.
Highly desirable:
- Experience applyingIDS&G principlesin archival or digital collection contexts.
- A track record ofcollaborating with Indigenous communitiesto align practices with cultural protocols and self-determination goals.
- A commitment tomentoring othersin digital preservation best practices.
Most importantly you understand that this work is aboutrespect accountability and ensuring Aboriginal knowledge endures with integrity.
What We Offer:
For information on our employee benefits flexible working gym memberships and other benefits please visit to APPLY:
To view a copy of the position description please click here.
Your application must include:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
- A statement addressing the selection criteria as stated on the position description.
- Your resume.
For specific queries related to the role please contact Rochelle le Pere on.
Application Closing Date: 20 June 2025 at 11:59 pm
Commitment to Protecting Country:
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility in all that we do to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities and the planet that we share.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU:
The University encourages applications from women gender diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field and at this leadership University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated contact person for the role to discuss their needs.
Employment Type
Full-Time
