As part of Te Papa’s Accelerated Collection Digitisation Programme we are seeking an Assistant Collection Manager to facilitate access to the collection items to be digitised. You will be part of the Digitisation Team working with our imaging staff but you will also work alongside our existing Collection Managers. You will ensure the highest standard of care, authority and cultural sensitivity are observed for our taonga in the process of retrieval, transport and imaging.
To be successful in this role you will have a tertiary qualification in a relevant subject related to the sciences, humanities or museum studies along with previous experience in collection management or registration, a sound working knowledge of collection management practices, and previous experience working with a Collection Information Management System.
You will also have excellent attention to detail and accuracy, be able to remain motivated when undertaking repetitive tasks and be able to build and maintain robust working relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
Physical fitness and a current full drivers licence are musts.
All considered applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain the legal right to work in New Zealand.
For more information and to apply, please visit jobs.tepapa.govt.nz
