Part-Time Project Archivist: Access & Public Engagement

Southbank Centre; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Min 5% employer’s pension contribution

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced family leave benefits

Discounts at onsite vendors

Staff ticket offers for events

Free entry to Hayward Gallery

Free staff yoga

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A prominent arts charity in London is seeking a Project Archivist (Access) for a part-time role to lead community engagement through workshops. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of archival work, experience in managing volunteers, and proficiency in archival software. This position offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme and generous leave. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Qualifications

• General understanding of archival work, such as repackaging and digitizing material.
• Experience in creative public engagement or training programmes.
• Demonstrable IT literacy.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of biweekly volunteering sessions.
• Develop engaging sessions from Creative Engagement priorities.
• Conduct in-depth archival research to assist users.

Skills

Understanding of archival work

Experience in managing volunteers

Proficiency in archival management software

Accredited qualification in Archives and Records Management

Education

Accredited qualification in Archives and Records Management

Tools

Access to Memory

Job description

A prominent arts charity in London is seeking a Project Archivist (Access) for a part-time role to lead community engagement through workshops. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of archival work, experience in managing volunteers, and proficiency in archival software. This position offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme and generous leave. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.