Archivist - Digital Preservation and Systems
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* Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and the preservation of truth-telling narratives
Footscray, Australia
Job Info
* Job Identification 15984
* Job Category Governance & Risk
* Posting Date 06/06/2025, 05:34 AM
* Locations Footscray Park
* Apply Before 06/20/2025, 01:59 PM
* Job Schedule Full time
Job Description
* Based at our Footscray Park campus
* Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and the preservation of truth-telling narratives
About Us
Our aim is to be a global leader in dual sector learning and research by 2028.
Victoria University (VU) is a bold and progressive dual sector University, evidenced by the implementation of an Australian first, the VU First Year College (FYC) and the VU Block Model as well as VU TAFE, renowned as a digital innovator in training and highly valued industry collaborator.
Our research with impact, is strongly aligned to our TAFE and higher education offerings. These include Sports and Exercise Science (ranked 7th in the world) as well as Policy Studies, Water, Green Research translation, Immunology and Early Childhood Education.
VU has a strategic commitment to being a thriving place to study and work. We are one of Australia’s most culturally and socially diverse universities, and our international students are highly valued contributors to the VU community.
About The Role
As the Archivist – Digital Preservation & Systems, you’ll safeguard digital cultural heritage at the intersection of technology, archives, and Indigenous governance. Your work will ensure the integrity, accessibility, and ethical stewardship of Aboriginal collections in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Working at the intersection of technology, archives, and Indigenous governance, you will:
* Design and implement cutting-edge digital preservation systems aligned with Indigenous Data Sovereignty (IDS&G) and Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP) principles.
* Collaborate with Aboriginal Knowledge Holdes, IT specialists, and archivists to develop sustainable, culturally grounded solutions for long-term preservation.
* Lead metadata management, risk assessment, and system integration to protect digitised and born-digital materials.
* Mentor and train stakeholders in culturally sensitive digital preservation practices, building capacity across the AHA.
This is a full time 2-years fixed term position at an HEP 7 classification with the salary range being $97,863 - $105,932 per annum plus 17% superannuation, working 36.75 (1.0 FTE) hours per week.
About You
We are looking for a technically skilled archivist with a passion for long-term preservation and Indigenous cultural stewardship. You thrive where technical expertise meets community collaboration, balancing precision with cultural accountability.
You Will Bring
* Technical proficiency: Experience in digital preservation workflows, including file formats, metadata standards, and risk management strategies for long-term access.
* Systems expertise: Skills in digital asset management systems, database administration, and IT infrastructure for archives.
* Project leadership: Ability to prioritise competing demands, solve technical challenges, and deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
* Relationship-building: Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, from IT teams to Aboriginal community representatives.
Highly Desirable
* Experience applying IDS&G principles in archival or digital collection contexts.
* A track record of collaborating with Indigenous communities to align practices with cultural protocols and self-determination goals.
* A commitment to mentoring others in digital preservation best practices.
Most importantly, you understand that this work is about respect, accountability, and ensuring Aboriginal knowledge endures with integrity.
What We Offer
For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, gym memberships and other benefits, please visit To APPLY
To view a copy of the position description please click here .
Your Application Must Include
* A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
* A statement addressing the selection criteria as stated on the position description.
* Your resume.
For specific queries related to the role, please contact Rochelle le Pere, on
Application Closing Date: 20 June 2025 at 11:59 pm
Commitment To Protecting Country
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.
Our Commitment To Diversity And Inclusion At VU
The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field and at this leadership level. The University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated contact person for the role to discuss their needs.
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