Assistant Curator – First Nations (Affirmative Measures)

Be a storyteller who enjoys working with people, objects and places to create engaging experiences for onsite and online museum visitors.

Old Parliament House is a heritage building located on a site of great historical significance for all Australians. To mark its centenary in 2027, the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) is developing a suite of innovative programs including an important exhibition about First Nations Peoples’ experience of democracy. This exhibition will support the sharing of First Nations histories and stories through their diverse voices.

ABOUT YOU

You will be a skilled researcher who knows how to tell inspired stories which cross between politics, social history, cultural heritage, and the arts. The curatorial team are highly consultative and community-orientated so the Assistant Curator will enjoy working collaboratively with a wide range of people from all walks of life.

The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the ‘Racial Discrimination Act 1975’. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait people. This initiative/program is only applicable where the successful applicant will be employed under the Public Service Act 1999. Similar conditions may apply when employed under other Acts. For clarification, please contact the agency.

MoAD understands that First Nations candidates may have unique cultural and kinship responsibilities, therefore we provide a flexible working environment. This position may be held on a part-time or full-time basis and arrangements for working from home and/or remotely are possible.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Working in a small but dedicated team of curatorial staff under the guidance of the Senior Curator, Centenary Projects, and with the support of a First Nations Advisory Committee, the Assistant Curator will play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of this timely exhibition by:

• Developing and delivering exhibition and interpretive content for onsite and online visitors.
• Carrying out focused research using MoAD’s collection, materials from other institutions, and input from stakeholders, including the public.
• Assessing the provenance, cultural context and significance of objects that might be featured in MoAD exhibitions or added to the collection.
• Working collaboratively with internal teams and external contacts and professionally represent MoAD.
• Representing MoAD at a range of public forums and in the print, radio, television and online media.

HOW TO APPLY

Send the following documents to the applications email: 

• concise statement of claims of no more than 2 pages which specifically addresses the key points listed under ‘Or Ideal Candidate’. When framing your statement, ensure you specifically demonstrate your skills, qualifications, experience and capabilities with examples from your work/life experience.
• Resume outlining your career history, qualifications and contact details for at least two recent referees (no more than 4 pages).
• Completed Coversheet, which can found on the MoAD Website.

MORE INFORMATION

Further details about the role and eligibility requirements are available in the Candidate Pack  or contact Lara Nicholls on 02 6270 8146

Applications Close: Monday 20 October 2025 at 11:59pm