Indigenous Knowledge Leader

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeIndigenous Full time $131,000 - $153,000

Immerse Yourself in Indigenous Research

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This is a research leadership opportunity to shape how Indigenous knowledges are respected, protected and embedded within Australia's science infrastructure. As the Indigenous Research Manager - Indigenous Knowledges and Collections, you will oversee the delivery of a major project co-designed with an established Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Reference Group.

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The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the delivery of an Indigenous co-designed research project within CSIRO's National Research Collections and Digital Infrastructure project. This involves strategic planning, implementation, coordination, financial oversight, risk management and delivery of outputs in line with reporting and governance requirements.

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You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to guide the ethical integration of Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP) and Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDSov) principles into collections policy, governance and practice. Working closely with Indigenous Science and Engagement, Legal and biodiversity teams, your role will focus on strengthening relationships, aligning project activities with national and international policy frameworks and identifying opportunities for mutually beneficial research partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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  • About the Role:
  • Lead the delivery of an Indigenous co-designed research project.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ICIP and IDSov principles.
  • Strengthen relationships and identify research partnership opportunities.
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Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

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  • Leading Project Delivery:
  • Strategic planning, implementation, coordination, financial oversight, risk management and delivery of outputs.
  • Integrating ICIP and IDSov Principles:
  • Guiding ethical integration into collections policy, governance and practice.
  • Building Relationships:
  • Strengthening relationships with Indigenous Science and Engagement, Legal and biodiversity teams.
  • Fostering Research Partnerships:
  • Identifying opportunities for mutually beneficial research partnerships.
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We Offer:

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  • A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • A chance to make a real impact in shaping Australia's science infrastructure.
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What We're Looking For:

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  • Demonstrated experience in leading culturally grounded projects or programs that centre Indigenous knowledge systems, community priorities or cultural governance.
  • Foundational understanding of IDSov and ICIP, and the ability to lead and apply these principles in science, research or data contexts.
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, including demonstrated trust-based work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.
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To Apply:

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Please submit your application online, including a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role.

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Application Closing Date:

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24th August 2025

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