Collection Technician, Research Support
Tāmaki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana.
Auckland War Memorial Museum: Connecting through sharing stories of people, lands and seas
Auckland Museum is a much-loved culture and heritage organisation at the heart of Auckland’s identity, committed to outstanding management of its world-class collections, developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibitions, events, educational programmes, and the permanent and volunteer staff who tell the Museum’s stories. We are Auckland’s home of commemoration as well as the country’s oldest research institution and a major tourist destination.
Job Description
We are seeking a forward-thinking Museum or Library/Information professional to join our Collection Information and Access team on a permanent basis.
Online Cenotaph, based at Auckland War Memorial Museum records the service and sacrifice of all New Zealanders who have served this country in international conflict. This service works alongside the Pou Maumahara, Memorial Discovery Centre; a space where members of the public can conduct research into New Zealand’s experience of war or tracing the military service of an ancestor or person of interest.
This permanent and full-time position provides research, content, and enquiry support for both Online Cenotaph and Pou Maumahara.
Desired Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will;
- Require sound writing, research and reference skills, with a demonstrated ability to work with stakeholders, researchers and other members of the public
- Hold technical skills in data entry
- Be a self-starter with problem-solving skills, attention to detail, proven accountability and commitment to completion
- Hold a tertiary qualification in the fields of Museum Studies, Library and Information management, Māori and Pacific studies or History, or suitable experience in a field relevant to the Museum’s activities
- Ideally offer basic proficiency of Te Reo, tikanga Māori or a Pacific language and Pacific protocol
- Only candidates with the current legal right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this permanent position. Please click here to read the full position description.
Auckland Museum offers a rich and fulfilling work life where we embrace diversity and nurture our bicultural capability as demonstrated in our Teu le Vā and He Korahi Māori strategies. We also offer a range of great benefits including an award-winning well-being programme.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of a fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories, reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific.
For more information or to apply visit: https://www.museumsaotearoa.org.nz/careers/jobs/collection-technician-research-support
He Oranga Tāngata ka ao
Enriching lives: Inspiring discoveries