Head of Collections

2 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) Full time
Overview

Lead the strategic care and development of significant cultural collections.

MAGNT is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Collections to lead its History, Culture, and the Arts (HCA) Collection Management program and teams.

This senior role will lead the inter-disciplinary Collection team, ensuring alignment with Museum priorities and delivering a high standard of collection care and access across all of its activities. This is vital in maintaining MAGNT's reputation as a trusted custodian of significant Australian, Aboriginal, and Southeast Asia Art and Material Culture collections. Key ongoing projects will include digitisation, reviewing collection storage and deaccessioning.

If you are passionate about cultural heritage, experienced in managing complex and diverse collections and ready to lead MAGNT's collection program, join our team in Darwin and make your mark on the Territory's most iconic cultural institution.

Ready to make an impact?

Click Here to read the full job description and selection criteria (PDF download)

Responsibilities
  • Lead the inter-disciplinary Collection team and ensure alignment with Museum priorities.
  • Deliver a high standard of collection care and access across all MAGNT activities.
  • Drive ongoing projects such as digitisation, reviewing collection storage, and deaccessioning.
Qualifications
  • To be considered for this role, you must:
    • Respond to each Selection Criterion in the application questions below. Your answers must clearly demonstrate how your experience, skills, education, and training relate to the requirements of the role.
    • Please note: Responses such as "Refer to my CV" or simple "yes/no" answers will not be accepted, and your application will not be progressed.
  • Provide contact details for three referees. Referees will only be contacted with your prior consent.

Applications close: Sunday, 05 October 2025 at 11:59pm (AEST).


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