Senior Project Officer - National Collection Projects

Senior Project Officer, National Collection Projects provides high-level project coordination and specialist support for projects and initiatives across the National Collection Branch. Working under limited direction, the role contributes to the planning, coordination and delivery of collection-focused projects including collection storage initiatives, collection management projects, commissioning activities, collection research programs, exhibitions and other strategic branch priorities.

The position supports project governance, performance reporting, risk management and work health and safety processes while providing practical project coordination across multiple collection disciplines. The role works closely with curatorial, registration, conservation, digitisation and collection management staff to support the successful delivery of branch priorities and enhance the stewardship and accessibility of the National Collection.

The initial engagement is for up to 24 months, with a possibility of conversion to ongoing in alignment with relevant legislative provisions.

Core Responsibilities

Collection Project Delivery

- Coordinate and support the delivery of projects across the National Collection Branch, including collection storage projects, collection management initiatives, collection research programs, exhibitions and commissioning activities.
- Coordinate project activities across multiple collection disciplines to support the achievement of project outcomes.
- Monitor project progress, identify emerging issues and assist in implementing practical solutions.
- Contribute to project planning and resource coordination activities.





- Non-ongoing - Full Time - APS6
- $99,734 to $111,701
- Mitchell, ACT

The Role

Senior Project Officer, National Collection Projects provides high-level project coordination and specialist support for projects and initiatives across the National Collection Branch. Working under limited direction, the role contributes to the planning, coordination and delivery of collection-focused projects including collection storage initiatives, collection management projects, commissioning activities, collection research programs, exhibitions and other strategic branch priorities.

The position supports project governance, performance reporting, risk management and work health and safety processes while providing practical project coordination across multiple collection disciplines. The role works closely with curatorial, registration, conservation, digitisation and collection management staff to support the successful delivery of branch priorities and enhance the stewardship and accessibility of the National Collection.

The initial engagement is for up to 24 months, with a possibility of conversion to ongoing in alignment with relevant legislative provisions.

Core Responsibilities

Collection Project Delivery

- Coordinate and support the delivery of projects across the National Collection Branch,



including collection storage projects, collection management initiatives, collection research programs, exhibitions and commissioning activities.
- Coordinate project activities across multiple collection disciplines to support the achievement of project outcomes.
- Monitor project progress, identify emerging issues and assist in implementing practical solutions.
- Contribute to project planning and resource coordination activities.

Collection Coordination and Support

- Provide specialist support for collection-based projects involving collection movement, storage, documentation, logistics, digitisation, access, conservation and exhibitions.
- Liaise with collection stakeholders to support project delivery and facilitate communication across project teams.

Governance, Risk and WHS

- Maintain project documentation including project plans, action registers, risk registers and status reports.
- Coordinate project and operational risk assessments and monitor mitigation activities.
- Prepare and maintain work health and safety documentation associated with collection projects and operational activities.
- Assist with contractor coordination and associated project administration where required.

Branch Performance and Reporting

- Coordinate branch-wide project and performance reporting processes.
- Collect, analyse and consolidate information from across the National Collection Branch.
- Prepare reports, dashboards, briefing materials and presentations for management and governance committees.

Position Eligibility

- Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employe

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📍 Australian Capital Territory