Project Manager and Digitisation Officer: Contract Positions Available in Brisbane
Wikimedia Australia is pleased to advise of two short-term contract opportunities as part of an exciting collaboration with the APNIC Foundation in Brisbane/Meanjin.
We are looking for a Project Manager and a Digitisation Officer to support and deliver the digital preservation project of the Ian Peter Archive.
This project is a collaborative effort funded by the APNIC Foundation and managed by Wikimedia Australia to preserve and make accessible historical documents that highlight the development and impact of the internet in Australia. The records contained in the Ian Peter Archive provide invaluable insights into the technological advancements, policy development, and collaborative efforts that have shaped Australia's internet infrastructure and governance.
Project Manager
- In this role, you will lead project coordination, timelines, and delivery, ensuring the project runs smoothly and meets all objectives. Your expertise in managing resources, archives, rights and deadlines will be essential to the project's success. Experience with WikiCommons will be highly regarded. The successful candidate may be based in Brisbane but can also work remotely and occasionally travel to the APNIC Foundation office.
Digitisation Officer
- This position will focus on the digitisation of materials and resources. If you have experience in digital archiving and a keen eye for detail, this role offers the chance to contribute to preserving important knowledge for future generations. Experience with WikiCommons will be highly regarded, and the successful candidate must be based in Brisbane to travel to the APNIC Foundation to undertake the role.
- View the Digitisation Officer Job Specification.
Both positions offer an excellent opportunity to be part of a project crucial to preserving the history of the internet in Australia.
If you're based in Brisbane/Meanjin and passionate about digital knowledge-sharing, we encourage you to apply!