Senior Curator (Collections & Engagement) – Herefordshire Museum Service

The role

Join us in shaping the future of Herefordshire’s cultural heritage.

We’re in search of an exceptional individual who shares our passion for fostering inclusivity and connection through the rich cultural experiences offered by museums. You will help us achieve our vision for Herefordshire to be a centre of excellence in community-led programming and cultural engagement were diversity is celebrated, creativity fostered and curiosity sparked.

As Senior Curator you will play an important role in supporting the redevelopment of Hereford Museum and Art Gallery and revitalisation of Herefordshire Museum Service.

Your experience of curating remarkable exhibitions, events, projects or learning experiences makes you an ideal candidate to help us achieve our goals.

What will you be doing?

As Senior Curator, your experience, knowledge and skills will be used to:

• Lead the collections and engagement team, fostering a collaborative spirit, excellence in collections care and a commitment to community involvement across the service
• Manage the curation, care and development of the collections to Accreditation standards ensuring alignment with Herefordshire Museum Service’s objectives and upholding our commitment to excellence
• Spark innovation and dialogue with local communities and volunteers, ensuring their voices are heard and celebrated
• Shape new ways of working and promote community-driven programming
• Collaborate closely the Museum and Art Gallery Lead to deliver the service’s business plan and strategic priorities.

About You

As Senior Curator you will:

• Be an experienced leader with a background of successfully managing teams, coordinating projects, and fostering collaboration among diverse groups
• Have a proven ability to develop strong relationships with community organisations, local partners, and people from various backgrounds to promote inclusivity and accessibility
• Have excellent knowledge of museum operations, collections care, and best practices, with a passion for fostering engagement and education through exceptional exhibitions, events, and programming.
• Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to drive impactful change, inspire connection, and celebrate the extraordinary story of Herefordshire.  We are keen to find a person with the right values and attitude that match our own.

Salary: £38,223 – £42,403

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If you’re unsure you meet the person specification, then complete an application and let us make that decision.  Or if you prefer, contact Damian Etheraads, Museum and Art Gallery Lead for an informal discussion about this role on 01432 260 485 or email [email protected].

How to apply

To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification! . If you are successfully shortlisted, Hoople Resourcing will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox.

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