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Regional Education Project LeadJob closing date:10:00AM,28 April2026Join us at the Australian Museum and help us achieve our Mission to ignite wonder, inspiredebateand drive change About theProject The Australian Museum hasdeveloped theMini Museum,an innovative educational loans program thatbrings hands-on museum learning experiences directly to preschools in regional NSW.Museum learning kits can be borrowed from local regional hubs and are supported by age-appropriate digital learning resources and teaching ideas. The program aims to connect and nurture preschoolers to understand their shared responsibility for the world around them and the power theyhave toprotect it. The program is currently piloting in two regional locations.Building onthesuccessfulMini Museumpilot program,we''reexpanding our reach andinfluence across regional NSW.This projectchanges the way that theAustralian Museum connects with communities across NSW, particularly focusing on early years learners, teachers, and families in regional areas.Youllbe leading the developmentof asustainabledeliverymodel that brings museum collections, knowledges, and experiences beyond our walls, working collaboratively with communities to co-design programs and resources that reflect their unique needs and interests.About the Role Werelooking for an experiencededucationproject manager to lead the development and delivery of innovative, high-quality education programs for regional audiences. As the Regional Education Project Lead,youllbuild meaningful relationships with libraries, museums, communityorganisations, and local government partners across NSW. Working with diverse communities, including First Nations peoples,youlldemonstrateculturalcompetencyinall aspects of program design and delivery, guided by principles of co-design and genuine community engagement.This role requires strong budget management and external funding experience.Youllbe responsible formanaging project budgets,identifyingfunding opportunities, and developing program concepts and budget justification for grant proposals. Workingcollaboratively with the Development and Partnerships teams,youllcontributethe program and budgetexpertiseneeded for funding applications,maintainfunder relationships, and providefinancial and program reporting. Your ability to articulate program impact to funders and stakeholders will be essential to ensuring the long-term sustainability of this important work.Youllalso directly manage two staff members an Education Project Officer, Early Years and Access, and an Education Engagement Officer, First Nations providing leadership, performance management, and professional development to ensure consistent,high-quality program delivery across regional locations. Depending on project demands, you may also manageadditionalteam members and contractors.This is your opportunity to shape something new designing pedagogically sound programs thatshowcaseboth Australian Museumexpertiseand community knowledge.You''llwork closely with our scientists, First Nations staff and Education team to create engaging learning experiencesto create accessible learning experiences for preschool aged students and theircarersand educators.This role is based at the Australian Museum, in Sydney, Australia.Employment Status:Clerk Grade 7/8Fixed termuntil30 June 2027Full time (35 hours per week/5 days)Click on the following links to begin the journey to find your new career at the AMRole DescriptionAM Candidate PackYou will be paid a totalremunerationpackage of $128,906 - $142,692, including an annual salary of $113,574 - $125,720, plus employers contribution to superannuation (currently 12%) and annual leave loading.About youWe are seeking a passionate education professional with a proventrack recordin program development, project management, and relationship building in regional or community settings. You understand early childhood pedagogy anddemonstrateculturalcompetencyin your work. Critically, you bring demonstrated experience managing budgets,identifyingfunding opportunities and developing program concepts and budget justifications, as well as experience supervising or managing staff in education,cultural, or community contexts.You can balance creative education design with the practical requirements offinancial managementand accountability, and you thrive on collaboration across diverse stakeholder groups in dynamic environments.Knowledge & ExperienceDemonstrated experience managing project budgets,identifyingfunding opportunities, and developing program concepts and budget justifications for grant or funding proposalsExperience supervising or managing staff in an education, cultural, or community contextDemonstrated experience in education program delivery and project management, particularly in informal learning environmentsProven ability to create and foster productive working relationships with diverse organisations including government, community groups, and cultural institutionsUnderstanding of the unique context, opportunities and challenges facing regional communities in NSWExperience with program evaluation, social impact measurement, and communicating outcomes to fundersKnowledge of early childhood pedagogy and the Early Years Learning FrameworkAbility to balance multiple priorities and work independently while meeting deadlines and quality standardsAbility to travel for short periods to regional NSW would be an advantageEssential requirementsAppropriate tertiary qualification/s or relevant, equivalent professional experiencecoordinating projects in an informal learning environment such as a museum, cultural or scientific institutionHold a valid NSW Working with Children ClearanceAbout The Australian Museum The Australian Museum is trulya great placeto work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections,exhibitionsand education programs. Recent staff survey results confirm that our staff feel valued,acceptedand supported and that they believe the AM is an inclusive workplace. AM staff also reporta high levelof job satisfaction. The AM islocatedon the homelands of the Gadigal people and acknowledges and pays respect to the Gadigal people as the custodians of the land,skyand waterways, paying respect to Elders past and present. Check out our current exhibitions and eventshere. Benefits Besides working together with other like-minded people, you will have access to professional development and dedicated Wellbeing programs. How to apply Applicants mustsubmit(ifsubmittedas attachment, please upload as PDF):Aone to two page covering letterwhich addresses the role descriptions essential requirements, keyknowledgeand experience.Resume As part of the online application process, you will be prompted toanswer two targeted questions.Describe a time when you worked with First Nations communities, Elders, or knowledge holders on a program or project. What did you do to ensure your approach was culturallyappropriate?What did you learn from this experience and how has it changed the way you work? (300 words maximum)Describe a time when youidentifieda funding opportunity and developed the program concept, budget, or justification for a grant or funding proposal (even if someone else wrote the final application). What was your role in shaping what was proposed, and what was the outcome? (300 words maximum)The successful candidate applicant will be subject to national criminal records check. As recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), the Australian Museum encourages all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.Contact person:VanessaGardos, HeadofEducation,Inclusive and welcoming The Australian Museum is an NSW Public Service organisation and aims to attract andretainthe right people for the right jobs. The AM is a diverse and inclusive workplace where genuine participation and contribution is enabled, and everyone, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances is valued,acceptedand supported to thrive at work. This means that we are embedding diversity and inclusion in everything we doon a daily basis, whether it be our recruitment processes, workplace culture, career development programs, customer service or policies and procedures. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment process to better enable you to shine, please reach out to the contact person or note this in your application.