Director, Berndt Museum

Job description

- Lead an Indigenous‑centred museum with genuine influence and impact. - Drive innovative programs that connect culture, research, and community. - Candidates applying for this role must identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander under Section 50(d) of the WA Equal Opportunity Act, 1984. - Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis. - Base salary range: $173,602 – $178,970 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. About the area: Founded in 1976, the Berndt Museum is the University’s major collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and culture. The collection also features cultural material from the Asia Pacific region, including Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, Japan, India, and Korea. The Berndt collection is a living testament to the rich and diverse cultures it represents. Established as a research museum, it is one of the most significant collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and cultural material globally, with materials included in the UNESCO Memory of the World Register. In 2020, the Museum joined the University’s Indigenous Portfolio, recognising the need for Indigenous collections to be cared for by Indigenous people and adhere to cultural protocol...