Research Assistant, History Project

1 week ago

Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia DPC Portfolio Agencies Full time

The Research Assistant History Project is a fixed term two-year contract role to support the research activities for the Government House history project - a new initiative which will look to understand the social and architectural history of Government House.


The Research Assistant will be critical in supporting the project's Editors in the identification and evaluation of a range of source material, summarising and synthesising information writing and editing text, proofreading and fact-checking to ensure information is accurate and relevant.


The Research Assistant will be required to monitor the progress of the project under the direction of the Project Editors and Steering Committee.

Duties

  • Support the research activities for the Government House history project a new initiative which will look to understand the social and architectural history of Government House.
  • Support the project's Editors in the identification and evaluation of a range of source material, summarise and synthesise information, write and edit text, proofread and factcheck; and ensure information is accurate and relevant.
  • Support the authors engaged in the project, in their research requirements.
  • Contribute to the archival processes and records of the Office of the Governor.
  • Monitor the progress of the project under the direction of the Project Editors and Steering Committee.
  • Undertake other duties as required and contribute collaboratively with other members of the Office of the Governor to provide surge support and resources to other areas of the Office.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships and ongoing communication with project stakeholders both internal and external to the Office of the Governor, in line with the Office's values.
  • Other duties as required.
Desirable requirement
A higher education in a relevant discipline is desirable, but not mandatory.

The closing date for this position is Friday, 14 June 202- a resume, and
- a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria

Any questions you may have regarding the job vacancy please refer to the contact details on the Position Description.

Other relevant information:

Office of the Governor is an equal opportunity employer and our recruitment process focuses on essential skills and abilities.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Office of the Governor values its people and is committed to attracting, developing and retaining diverse talent.

Office of the Governor actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace and does not discriminate based on age, sex, carer or parental status, disability, race, religious belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristics.

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