Multicultural & Community Engagement Coordinator

The State Library of New South Wales is one of Australia's oldest and most important public institutions. The Library preserves and presents the history of our State and our Nation for the benefit of all, offering essential services, extraordinary collections and magical experiences. Its rich collections, bot10h physical and digital, alongside partnerships with the public library network across NSW and other vibrant collaborations enable Australians to examine their past and imagine their future. The State Library is the home of reading, research and creativity and a place where everyone is welcome.

• About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Office of the State Librarian to plan, coordinate and deliver a range of services and programs that will promote the Library to diverse communities, organisations and stakeholders.

This role works closely across the Library with senior staff to devise and deliver programs and campaigns that target diverse and under represented communities to improve access to Library services for the diverse NSW community.

• About you

We are seeking a motivated, dynamic and proactive professional with experience in a similar role.

To be successful in this role, you will have :

• an interest and enthusiasm for working with diverse underrepresented communities
• experience in collaborating, communicating and build relationships with a range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and communities
• experience in developing and delivering programs and strategies, preferably to diverse stakeholders and communities
• experience and ability to work with autonomy in delivering projects and make decisions regarding program implementation
• the ability to be able to travel to regional and metropolitan areas with occasional overnight stays
• What we offer

The State Library of NSW is a great place to work. We are a purpose-driven organisation, and you would be working with colleagues who are collaborative, knowledgeable, and like-minded.

• Working at the Library gives you access to a range of benefits including :
• Flexible working arrangements
• A range of wellbeing events, lunchtime groups and initiatives like discounted gym programs, annual flu vaccinations and access to an employee assistance program
• Professional development opportunities including time off for study
• Staff discounts at the Library café and bookshop
• Staff engagement activities
• How to apply
• An up-to-date copy of your CV

Please keep question responses to a maximum of 3 paragraphs.

• Provide an example where you had to plan and deliver a program / project that promoted a service to a diverse range of stakeholders and explain how you managed these relationships.
• Drawing from your experience in a previous role, provide an example of an approach the Library could take to promote its services to underrepresented communities and explain the benefits this will bring to both community and the Library.
• Talent Pool

Applicants not initially offered a role but have been assessed through the recruitment process as being suitable will be placed in the Talent Pool to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies as they arise. Placement in the Talent Pool remains valid for 18 months.

• Eligibility to apply
• an Australian citizen or
• a permanent resident of Australia, or
• a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport or
• a citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia for the period of temporary employment or if you are seeking ongoing employment, you must hold a permanent visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• Role Description (pdf)
• Role Description (word)
• NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
• State Library Accessibility Guide