Digital Learning Project Officer

The Australian National Maritime Museum is seeking an experienced and innovative Digital Learning Project Officer to join the Learning team in this full-time non-ongoing APS level 6 position for 12-months.

About the Australian National Maritime Museum

As one of Sydney's most visited museums, the Australian National Maritime Museum shares our national maritime story across Australia and the world, online, onsite and through research, presentations and travelling exhibitions, and provides must-visit museum experiences that delight and inspire.

We connect our visitors with the oceans and waterways that are the heartbeat of who we are. From deep time to modern Australian and beyond, we explore our past, our present and future as an island nation shaped by sea, offering a sustainable and cohesive vision for the future. 

The Museum welcomes over 2.5 million local, interstate and international visitors annually, and is supported by a thriving and passionate staff, membership, volunteer and education base. Find out more at

About the Role

The Digital Learning Project Officer is responsible for the Museum's online school learning program which includes virtual excursions and online learning resources for K-12 teachers and students. The role requires research, design and evaluation skills to produce and maintain accessible digital learning experiences across a wide range of ages and subject areas. Through collaborations and digital delivery tools, this role leverages curriculum-linked content, to extend the reach of the Museum around the country.

Please note: This recruitment process is intended to fill both current and future vacancies. While the position on offer is non-ongoing, a merit pool of suitable applicants may be established to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing positions within the next 18 months.

Key Accountabilities

Under limited direction, this position is responsible for delivering the following functions:

• Design, coordinate, and deliver high-quality virtual excursions and webinars, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure engaging and curriculum-aligned learning experiences.
• Research, develop, and review innovative web-based learning resources that meet the requirements of the Australian Curriculum and support diverse learner needs.
• Provide advice to the Learning Manager on project budgets, resourcing, and timelines, ensuring projects are planned, delivered, and evaluated effectively.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and implement promotional campaigns for school learning programs, including EDMs, social media, and other targeted channels.
• Partner with the Digital team to review, update, and create new content on the Museum's Learning website, ensuring resources are current, accessible, and engaging.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with digital learning projects, implementing strategies to ensure compliance with Museum policies and standards.
• Establish and manage evaluation processes, including surveys and data collection, to measure impact, inform reporting, and guide continuous improvement.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of digital learning equipment, ensuring technology supports program delivery effectively and efficiently.
• Contribute expert advice and operational support across the Learning team, assisting with the delivery of programs, projects, and initiatives as required.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in digital learning practices, identifying opportunities to enhance delivery methods, user experience, and program reach.

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will demonstrate their capacity against the following:   

1. Demonstrated expertise in researching and developing curriculum-aligned digital and classroom learning resources for K–12 students, with a proven ability to design engaging, innovative content.
2. Proven experience coordinating and delivering virtual excursions and online programs, including the effective operation and maintenance of digital learning equipment and platforms.
3. Highly developed stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships across internal teams, schools, and external partners to deliver high-quality learning outcomes.
4. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor content and messaging for diverse audiences, including educators, students, and stakeholders.
5. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and complex projects, exercising sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving to meet deadlines and achieve strategic outcomes.

Qualifications and/or relevant experience required

Mandatory:

• A degree in primary and/or secondary education, with specialisation in History and/or First Nations cultures, or equivalent educational experience in a cultural institute.
• A strong track record in researching and developing digital and/or face-to-face learning programs aligned with the school curriculum.
• Experience in the delivery of virtual excursions to K-12 students and teachers.

Desirable:

• Experience in evaluating and improving programs to respond to audience feedback.
• Experience with the Drupal Content Management System (CMS).
• Success in engaging with education professional bodies.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and cultural content.
• Demonstrated experience in WHS monitoring and risk assessment procedures.

When applying via our online e-recruitment system, please provide a written application addressing each Selection Criteria. Your current resume is also to be included in your application.

In addition to an application and your resume, the assessment process for this position may also include an interview and referee reports.

Applications Close: 11:30pm AEST, Sunday 14 September 2025. No Applications will be accepted by mail or email.

Selection for this position will be made on the basis of relative merit which will be assessed against each item of the selection criteria. Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered for shortlisting by the Selection Panel. As part of the selection process the Selection Panel may invite candidates to undertake online testing, skills-based assessment and provide samples of written work at interview. 

This position is open to all eligible members of the community, and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTIQ+ communities, from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. To be an eligible member of the community, you must be an Australian citizen. Applications may be accepted from Australian permanent residents who are in the process of acquiring Australian citizenship. All employees will be required to satisfactorily complete an Australian Federal Police National Police Check and obtain and maintain a Working with Children Check registration.

What We Offer You

Working at the Museum offers a stunning office location plus access to a range of benefits including:

• A competitive salary, plus 15.4% superannuation
• Generous leave and flexible working arrangements
• Great training and development opportunities
• Rewards and recognition initiatives
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP – a free counselling service for you and your family).
• Wellbeing initiatives including free flu shots and reimbursement for optical
• Staff Regatta – Sailing on the Harbour.

RecuitAbility

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information see: RecruitAbility | Australian Public Service Commission )