APS Level 6 - Rights and Permissions Coordinator

The Museum has an exciting opportunity for a professional to join the agency as an APS6 Rights & Permissions Coordinator

Role purposeThe Museum has an exciting opportunity for a professional to join the agency to lead a small Rights and Permissions team within the Creative Content – Rights and Permissions business unit that has primary responsibility for providing copyright and licensing services. This includes assisting with the delivery of exhibitions, publications, programs, marketing, web, and social media activities by obtaining appropriate clearances and consent and ensuring intellectual property rights (including copyright and moral rights), cultural rights and privacy are managed in line with Museum policies. This includes the (First Nations Cultural Rights and Engagement, Intellectual Property and Privacy policies and relevant Commonwealth legislation (Copyright Act 1968, Privacy Act 1988, and associated regulations).The Rights and Permissions team also researches and sources external media assets for Museum projects and manages requests from external parties to license Museum material for use in Australia and internationally.This role provides professional advice and guidance across the Museum about copyright and intellectual property as it relates to Museum collections and associated work and activities. This includes licensing advice about Creative Commons applications for Collection Explorer.An opportunity exists for the occupant to develop a framework that encompasses policies, procedures, education material and current and potential commercial activities and to establish systems that maximise public and internal access to imagery and digital collections.

What will the successful candidate bring to the role?The successful candidate will have extensive experience and knowledge of intellectual property andcopyright legislation, principles, practices, and processes, preferably as it relates to collecting institutions and First Nations cultural materials. Strong stakeholder and client liaison skills are essential, along withdemonstrated experience and understanding of First Nations cultures. The successful candidate will beexpected to work extensively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and ensure copyright is managed in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner.A strategic and creative thinker, the occupant of this role will be able to identify commercial opportunities and establish programs and services within the copyright area, in line with Museum priorities.The occupant of this position will have demonstrated experience managing small teams, planning, and managing resources and establishing priorities to achieve objectives. They will work collaboratively with Museum stakeholders and be responsive to client needs.

Selection criteria1.    Thorough and current knowledge and a working understanding of copyright legislation,       principles, and practices.2.    Demonstrated project and resource management experience to deliver quality outcomes.3.    Experience managing, coaching, and leading a small team.4.    Demonstrated experience building and sustaining strong relationships with stakeholders and       clients, internal and external.5.    Demonstrated ability to undertake research and think strategically to develop programs and       services and identify commercial opportunities.

To apply

Applicants must include a 1-page pitch addressing their suitability for the role against the selection criteria and essential skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants must also provide a resume and contact details for 2 referees.

Visit http://www.nma.gov.au/about/employment and apply online.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 9 November 2025.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. If you require, or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, please contact the Contact Officer for this position.