Co-Collections Manager (Collections Engagement) 

Details:

We are looking for a creative and collaborative individual to join our team as a Co-Collections Manager. This is a shared voluntary role, with stipends potentially available subject to negotiation. You will work alongside two other Co-Collections Managers. You will lead in collections engagement.

In this role, you will provide curatorial support to enhance the accessibility of our collections through gallery displays, online platforms, and outreach programs.

You will lead a program of rotating displays, manage inquiries, and collaborate closely with the Visitor Services Manager on major museum projects.

Additionally, you will help develop and support a team of volunteers and stewards to foster engagement with our collections. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on curatorial experience while contributing to meaningful projects within the heritage sector.

Benefits:

– Stipends may be available subject to negotiation. 

– You will receive a full induction

– Optional one-to-one career development sessions,

– Access to free volunteer events. 

– Project-related work may offer fees based on project size, duration, and access to 

  funding, with reasonable expenses covered.

Apply:

To apply for this voluntary role, please send an email with your CV to communications@cheshammuseum.org with “Co-Collections Manager – Collections Engagement” in the subject line.

Applications close 15th January 2025 

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