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About Us

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is a community-based, non-government organisation committed to promoting and conserving Australia’s heritage for future generations to enjoy. Founded in 1956, it has since grown to become Australia’s largest community based, heritage conservation organisation that works as an independent, privately funded, not-for-profit body. It is the premier heritage and conservation organisation in Victoria and the major operator of house museums and historic properties open to the public.

The Position

The NTAV Board is calling for applications from interested persons for appointment to the NTAV Governance & Risk Committee. The role of the Committee is to work with others to ensure the organisation’s corporate governance standards and internal controls are maintained. The Committee reviews and advises the Board on, all matters relating to the risk management framework and the NTAV’s internal governance and risk function.

About You

The Board is seeking voluntary applications from persons:

• Experienced in governance and risk management practices.
• That have an understanding of not-for-profit organisational requirements.
• With legal background or relevant experience who have knowledge of the non for profit sector.
• Experienced or interested in areas including committees, risk management frameworks, compliance frameworks, business continuity management, reputational risk, privacy compliance, project risk, environmental risk, employment law, work environment (equal opportunity, health and safety, superannuation), the regulatory framework, case study and subject reviews.

The successful candidate will bring experience of providing non-executive oversight of the governance, and risk controls in an appropriately complex organisation. Combined with a track record of building productive relationships with a range of stakeholders, they will also appreciate the distinction between management and governance.

The Committee meets three times a year. Preparation and meeting attendance usually takes a half a day for each meeting.

Appointments are for up to three years and are expected to commence June 2024.

For further information, please contact hradmin@nattrust.com.au

Committee positions at the NTAV will be subject to a satisfactory Police Records check.

We aim to recruit a talented candidate and value diversity in background, skills and experience. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all applicants. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

• Casual role/hours flexible
• Salary: $35.99 per hour inclusive of casual loading plus super
• Multiple Program options

The successful candidates will deliver and coordinate education programs which include curriculum-aligned activities, stories and history to be presented to primary and secondary school groups.

About us

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) (NTAV) is an independent, non-profit organisation supported by a large community base. We are Victoria’s premier heritage and conservation organisation and the major operator of historic properties and sites open to the public across Victoria.

About the role

• Deliver education programs to school groups according to agreed session plans and facilitator notes including activities, stories and history.
• Facilitate programs for education groups, and coordinate aspects of group activities on the day.
• Discuss school-specific needs with teaching staff and modify plans accordingly.
• Work with the National Trust education team to improve the facilitation and interpretation of the education program.
• Ensure that all students and guests feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times.
• Work as part of a team and be willing to work at other National Trust sites as required

Multiple roles available

McCrae Homestead Program Facilitator

Program Facilitators at McCrae Homestead present a multi-disciplinary program to students from Foundation to Level 6. This program aligns with History, Design and Technologies, Civics and Citizenship, and Intercultural Capabilities. It also features a Bunurong History component, which the National Trust has received permission from Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation to present. Program Facilitators conduct a house tour and hands-on activities for students.

• Prospective candidates must have experience working with primary age students.

Archaeology Program Facilitator

Archaeology Program Facilitators run fieldwork excursion programs at simulated archaeological dig sites, and incursion programs in schools (own vehicle required). This program is a hands-on learning experience for students and aligns with the Victorian Curriculum in History, and some Geography and Science. Prospective applicants must be trained in archaeology, and have experience working with groups of children.

• Excursion locations: South Yarra and Geelong
• Incursion locations: Schools in metropolitan areas, and regional Victoria.

Costume Collection Program Facilitator

The National Trust offers students behind-the-scenes access to our incredible costume collection. Facilitators guide students to analyse selected garments, some more than 150 years old. This secondary level program is available as both an excursion (Labassa, Caulfield) and incursion (own vehicle required). Applicants must have experience working with school-aged children, and have experience working in collections, textiles, fashion, and/or design.

• Excursion location: Caulfield
• Incursion locations: Schools in metropolitan areas, and regional Victoria

About you

• Excellent presentation skills and an outgoing, friendly, confident manner
  Relevant post-secondary/tertiary qualifications in Education (highly desirable)
• An education background (highly desirable)
• Interest in Australian history and heritage
• Ability to work collaboratively to assist with performing end to end tasks
• Organisation skills and good time management
• Confidence to manage a group of adults and children with a wide ranging audience from school students, to mixed age members of the public
• Collaboration skills and enjoy working as part of an energetic and diverse team of facilitators
• Qualifications in facilitating educational programs and/or tourism guide experience
• Willingness to work some full day, and some half day shifts
• Willingness to wear and maintain assigned uniform
• Willingness to have your photo taken for promotional and visitor purposes

Sounds like you?

Applications will close once a suitable candidate is found. To submit your application (cover letter and resume) in PDF format, in strict confidence, using the Seek “Quick Apply” button. Please indicate which region/location you are applying for.

Any offer of employment at the National Trust of Australia (Vic) will be subject to a satisfactory Police Records check and Working with Children check.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of that. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

About us

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) (NTAV) is an independent, non-profit organisation supported by a large community base. We are Victoria’s premier heritage and conservation organisation and the major operator of historic properties and sites open to the public across Victoria.

The Position 

The National Trust is seeking an experienced and passionate gardener. You will be based at Chiltern in North East Victoria.  This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated gardener to work in a rewarding heritage environment.

About You:

• You are passionate about plants and gardens
• Experience working in a variety of gardens
• A relevant qualification preferred
• A team player
• Sound knowledge of OH&S principles including the use of agricultural chemicals

Sounds like you?

Applications will close once a suitable candidate is found. To submit your application (cover letter and resume) in PDF format, in strict confidence, using the Seek “Quick Apply” option.

Thank you for considering helping the National Trust of Australia (Victoria). The National Trust is built on the power of the community.

Any offer of employment at the National Trust of Australia (Vic) will be subject to a satisfactory Police Records check and Working with Children check.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of that.

We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply to our vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

About us

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) (‘NTAV’) is an independent, non-profit organisation supported by a large community base. We are Victoria’s premier heritage and conservation organisation and the major operator of historic properties and sites open to the public across Victoria.

Overview 

Due to extensive remedial building works on a historic house museum, you will be documenting the entire house museum collection and packing objects for transportation to an off-site collection storage warehouse.

About the role

• Recording basic object condition details in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet
• Documenting usual locations for objects throughout the house museum using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, detailed room plans, photography and videography
• Labelling and packing objects for off-site transport and storage
• Carrying out basic preventative object conservation where required (tasks include brush vacuuming and swab cleaning)
• Ensuring all digital files are organised in Microsoft SharePoint according to project requirements
• Prior to project commencement you will be fully briefed on site and trained in object handling and packing techniques, basic preventative conservation, data recording and object documentation procedures
• Laptops, a Wi-Fi dongle and other essential materials will be provided. You will be required to use your own camera for object photography and videography
• Due to the nature of the site, all staff are required to wear a P2 mask at all times inside the house museum
• This role may be either full-time or part-time (Monday to Friday) depending on your availability. Estimated project duration of three months is based on a team of four full-time equivalent Project Officer roles  

About you

• Demonstrated ability in using Microsoft Office suite programs (specifically Excel, Word and SharePoint)
• Basic understanding of museum collections management software systems (Vernon or similar) desirable but not essential
• Museum object handling experience desirable but not essential
• Cultural materials conservation experience or qualification desirable but not essential
• Basic photography and videography skills (using a mobile phone or digital camera)
• Reliable with highly effective time management and organisational skills
• Systematic approach to projects and processes
• A friendly and positive attitude with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team or individually as required
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Applications 

To apply, please submit a PDF cover letter and resume via the Seek “Quick Apply” button.

Any offer of employment at the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) will be subject to a satisfactory Police Records check and/or Working with Children check. Current unrestricted driver’s license is essential.

Thank you for considering helping the National Trust of Australia (Victoria). The National Trust is built on the power of the community.

We believe in inclusiveness, diversity and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces reflect that. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.