Vacancy Details

  • An exciting opportunity to lead efforts in celebrating and integrating Aboriginal culture within the libraries and develop inclusive programs and events that highlight Aboriginal heritage.
  • This is a permanent full-time opportunity (35 hours per week) based in one of our beautiful Melbourne Libraries.
  • $99,022 - $111,547 (dependant on skills & experience) + 11.5% Superannuation

 

About City of Melbourne

Situated on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin nation, Melbourne has long been considered one of the world’s most liveable and prosperous cities and a thriving, successful example of multiculturalism and diversity.  At the heart of this is the City of Melbourne, a proud organisation positioned to excel as a leading capital city by delivering what matters most to those who work, live, study, visit and invest here.

We are the City of Melbourne, a place to be bold and inspirational.

 

About the Role

Are you passionate about promoting and celebrating Aboriginal culture and knowledge within your community? Join our team as the Library Aboriginal Engagement Lead, where you will play a pivotal role in liaising with Aboriginal communities and Traditional Owners in alignment with our protocols. Partnering with the Library Leadership Team, you will develop and implement strategies to integrate Aboriginal culture and values into our library services. Your expertise will guide the creation of inclusive programs and events that honour and highlight Aboriginal heritage, ensuring our offerings are both meaningful and respectful.

In this dynamic role, you will identify operational challenges and recommend effective mitigation strategies to ensure smooth library operations. Your insights will support local heritage initiatives and inform collection development, enriching our library’s resources with authentic Aboriginal perspectives. By actively promoting our library services to Aboriginal communities and organisations, you will help foster strong, collaborative relationships and ensure our library is a welcoming and inclusive space for all. 

To view full position description, please see attached document on job application page in “Position Information”.

 

What you will bring to the role

  • Deep understanding of Aboriginal culture and knowledge.
  • Experience in cultural programming.
  • Connections with Victorian Aboriginal communities.
  • Ability to introduce Aboriginal culture and practice into libraries.
  • Ability to evaluate and advice on cultural appropriateness of services, projects, programs, and events.
  • Ability to promote the value of CoM Library services and programs to Aboriginal communities.

 

What we can offer you at City of Melbourne

  • Attractive Remuneration & Benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, salary packaging, excellent leave entitlements; including 20 Weeks paid parental leave, study assistance & great corporate discounts through our CoM Unity Employee Benefits program. 
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: A workplace that values diversity and actively fosters an inclusive environment, ensuring all employees feel respected and supported.
  • Permanent Full Time Opportunity: Permanent full-time opportunity based in one of our beautiful Melbourne Libraries. 
  • Work-Life Balance and Hybrid Working: At the City of Melbourne, we champion work-life balance; explore alternative work arrangements.
  • Career Progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.
  • Vibrant and Ambitious Team: A collaborative team of passionate people who are dedicated to shaping the future of Melbourne for visitors and residents.

 

How to apply

If you're passionate about making a difference through cultural celebration and community engagement, we encourage you to apply!  

As part of the online application form you are required to:

  • Attach your resume
  • Attach a cover letter addressing the requirements outlined in "What you will bring to the Role" (maximum 2 pages)

Please submit your application encompassing all of the above by 11:45pm Sunday 18th August.

For further information about the position please refer to the position description below or contact Gavin Barry, (Acting) Coordinator Strategic Change - Creative City via email: Gavin.Barry@melbourne.vic.gov.au   

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For those interested in working with us, the City of Melbourne offers a great range of benefits.  If you have any questions, or for more information, please contact careers@melbourne.vic.gov.au

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City of Melbourne is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity. Our commitment is for our people to be safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best.  As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people regardless of their gender identity and expression, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability and age. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community.