The Shrine of Remembrance is Victoria's iconic memorial to the service and sacrifice of Australians in times of war and peacekeeping. It is a building with a soul, attracting more than 500,000 visitors annually and featuring the stories of ordinary people in extraordinary times, whose efforts and experiences helped shape—and continue to shape—our nation.
The Shrine of Remembrance is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants of any: ability, including people with disability; age; cultural background, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians; gender identity; parental or carer status; race; religion; sex; or sexual orientation.
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Exhibitions and Collections Officer
We are seeking an Exhibitions and Collections Officer with a strong background in research and development within the exhibition and museum space. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in Australian wartime history and familiarity in maintaining Collections Management Systems.
The Exhibitions and Collections Officer will collaborate with the Public Programs team to develop and deliver special exhibitions, gallery changeovers, and manage the Shrine Collection. This role involves working with both internal and external stakeholders to maintain industry best practices.
What You'll Do:
The position reports to the Curator, Collections and Exhibitions. The position is also supervised on a day-to-day basis by the Collections Coordinator in relation to collections management tasks and priorities.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Help maintain the collection management database, ensuring donor and loan files are up to date and accurate including the accessioning status, condition, and location of works in an efficient and timely manner.
- Prepare acquisition proposals and keep associated documentation and correspondence up to date in an efficient and timely manner.
- Contribute to gallery changeovers and special exhibitions, including research, text development, and liaison with providers.
- Produce high quality written work in formats such as catalogue records, exhibition text, correspondence, minutes, and reports.
- Maintain multimedia content register in consultation with Exhibitions and Collections team.
- Respond to public enquiries on donation offers or displays.
- Assist with onsite supervision of collection and exhibition volunteers as required.
We are looking for a motivated individual who can make a positive impact on our team. Here's what we're looking for:
Essential
- Empathy for the objectives of the Shrine of Remembrance.
- An appropriate tertiary qualification in arts/museum studies or related field
- Demonstrated experience providing support in collection management tasks.
- Experience in the use of Collection Management Systems (preferably Vernon)
- Proven experience in research and support in relation to exhibition development.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to work in a multifaceted role.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills combined with a commitment to teamwork.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online technologies
Desirable
- An awareness of issues related to exhibitions and interpretation in museums or memorials.
- Subject knowledge, awareness and understanding of Australia's wartime history.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of our journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria contained in the position description below to HRServices@shrine.org.au. Applications close Wednesday 31 July 2024.
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Tertiary student internship program
The Shrine offers student placements when suitable roles are available.
Confirmation details and insurance coverage will be required from the student's educational institute.
Please contact our HR Manager for further information:
Mail: c/o Shrine of Remembrance
GPO Box 1603, Melbourne VIC 3001
phone: 03 9661 8128
email: HRServices@shrine.org.au
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