The Access and Public Engagement Branch is the public face of the National Archives of Australia, delivering reference, description and research services, examination for the release of records in the open period, exhibition, education and public programs, publishing (including digital publishing), marketing, partnerships and events on site at national and state offices, and online. All programs and activities support the key National Archives’ role of providing an accessible, visible and interpreted national archival collection.

Public Programs is responsible for developing and delivering interpreted, engaging and curated programs aimed at providing access with the national archival collection in the richest possible ways. Public Programs develops and delivers programs onsite, offsite and online through exhibitions – touring, temporary and permanent, lifelong learning programs, school programs, exhibition tours and digital experiences.

The Public Programs team is seeking someone to fill the role of Education Coordinator for a period of 14 months.

Under general direction the main duties of the role are to:

• Develop, deliver and evaluate high-quality, curriculum-aligned learning resources and experiences for students and teachers, including on-site programs, digital programs, classroom activities, short classroom videos and teacher professional learning programs.
• Lead the delivery of school programs, applying best-practice pedagogy and differentiating delivery for diverse groups of learners.
• Coach a team of visitor service officers in their delivery of school programs through the development and implementation of staff training programs and the provision of 1-to-1 feedback.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to progress education projects and raise the profile of National Archives’ education programs and resources. 
• Manage school program bookings and complete administrative tasks, reporting and evaluation as required.
• Apply the principles of APS Values, Code of Conduct, workplace diversity, and work health and safety within a work and team environment.
• Promote and apply National Archives’ vision, mission and commitments as expressed in Our Values.

Relevant tertiary qualifications in education and/or demonstrated experience delivering education programs in a cultural institution are desirable.

Who we are

National Archives of Australia (the National Archives) provides leadership in the best practice management of the official record of the Commonwealth and ensures that Australian Government information of enduring significance is secured, preserved and available to government agencies, researchers and the community.

Our vision: National Archives is committed to being a world-leading archive and strives to strengthen Australia's cultural identity and democracy by connecting people with the evidence of Australian Government activities and decisions.

National Archives endeavour to meet the future needs of government and expectations of the Australian public in our rapidly changing digital environment. Underpinning the transformative strategies to enable, secure, connect and innovate is a drive for comprehensive digital capability and service delivery. National Archives is committed to:

• innovation
• collaboration
• inclusion

National Archives is also committed to developing the capability and expertise of our staff, we offer a Studies Assistance Program that supports staff to achieve individual goals as well as increasing their capacity to help achieve National Archives’ strategic objectives. Our Health and Wellbeing Program encourages and supports a healthier workplace and healthy lifestyle choices for all employees.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible for the role you must be an Australian citizen. If you are selected, you will be required to successfully undergo a pre-employment check and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a Baseline clearance level.

The successful applicant must have the ability to obtain and retain a Working with Vulnerable People registration and be willing to work flexible hours on occasion. 

How to apply

You need to apply through our e-recruitment system.

Your application will need to include:

• the names and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor.
• your current resume.
• a statement (750 words maximum) describing how your skills, knowledge, and experience/qualifications would enable you to perform the duties of the role taking into account the “Performance Expectations” at the relevant classification and National Archives’ Vision, Mission and Commitments as expressed in Strategy 2025–2030: Evolving National Archives and Our Values.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information see: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability