AFFIRMATIVE MEASURES- ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER

This vacancy is open only to candidates who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

This role is based in Canberra, ACT. Relocation support can be considered.

ABOUT THE REDEVELOPMENT

The redevelopment of the Australian War Memorial’s (AWM) galleries and precinct is the most significant redevelopment in the organisation’s 83-year history. The multi-year multimillion dollar project will deliver a substantial expansion of existing gallery spaces. The new southern extension, Anzac atrium, and an enhanced Anzac Hall are now delivered, with projects now underway in the main heritage building.

We are seeking talented professionals to support the delivery of a significant new gallery; the Pre 1914 and Frontier Wars galleries. This phase of work focuses on exhibition research, design, coordination and fit out for Australia’s Frontier Wars – creating inclusive, accessible, engaging exhibitions for broad audiences.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Lead First Nations Curator for the Pre-1914 Frontier Wars gallery is responsible for guiding the overall visitor experience development including; storyline, themes, collections and multimedia to engage broad audiences. In particular, the Lead First Nations Curator will provide the broader historical context to the Frontier Wars in order to inform the new exhibition content. The Lead First Nations Curator will guide research into the National Collection and other cultural institutions’ collections. They will also collaborate closely with collection area representatives, supporting the development, management and delivery of exhibition content. The Lead Curator will be required to work closely with the Exhibition Project Manager, whilst supervising other curatorial team members in the delivery of the project vision.

The position will take an active role in the development of the stakeholder consultation strategy and will be responsible for guiding Memorial and contractor staff responsible for delivering against the engagement objectives. This position will be responsible for collaborating with consultants and contractors involved in content development and multimedia delivery.

Further information about the role can be found on our careers website.
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28/06/2026

Bliss Jensen

[email protected]

02 6243 4449

Full Time
Campbell
ACT
$121,755 - $132,712
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