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“My 30 years of experience in archaeology and heritage management has meant I have worked across most industries including urban development, road and rail infrastructure, construction, and energy in Australia and overseas.”
— Anita Yousif, Director, Industry Engagement

Anita Yousif

DIRECTOR, INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

Artefact Industry Engagement Director Anita Yousif, smiling with blonde hair, glasses, and a black jacket standing against a plain, gradient background.

Anita Yousif brings a wealth of expertise in heritage and archaeological practise. She has a proven track record in managing a range of heritage projects, delivering projects on time and within budget. Her experience spans excavations, heritage advice and technical lead.

Anita excels at building strategic relationships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and driving results through thoughtful planning and execution. She approaches challenges with resilience and a solutions-oriented mindset, continually seeking opportunities for process improvement and professional growth.

Anita is committed to maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability in all aspects of her work.

  • Anita has worked on the following iconic sites:
    UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites -
    Old Government House
    Parramatta Park
    Sydney Opera House
    Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area (KAVHA)
    Norfolk Island
    Royal Exhibition Building Melbourne

    State Heritage listed sites -
    Central Station
    Royal Botanic Gardens
    Sydney Harbour Bridge

  • Anita is president of the Australasian Society for Historical Archaeology (ASHA)

    Anita is also a member of the following:
    International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)
    World Archaeology Congress National Archaeology Week Committee

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    • Master of Philosophy, University of Sydney 1996 

    • Bachelor of Arts (Hons), majoring in classical archaeology, University of Belgrade 1986 

Anita’s artefact

A person holding a small chisel and a hammer, working on a piece of stone or wood.

“I chose my trowel because it is a symbol of the work that I do, and my philosophy to be curious about the past and its ability to enlighten our present and the future.”