Vacancy for Digital Archives Assistant (Trainee) at Parliamentary Archives

Digital Preservation Coalition; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Digital Preservation Coalition is seeking a Digital Archives Assistant (Trainee) for a 12-month fixed-term position at the Parliamentary Archives in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in the management and maintenance of digital collections while being immersed in UK heritage. The position is ideal for a motivated individual looking to develop skills in the archives sector, with a focus on collaboration and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual interested in archives and digital heritage.
• Ability to adhere to schedules and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to mutual trust, respect, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in maintaining and developing services within a modern archive.
• Support the Preservation & Access Team with various tasks.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Interest in heritage, archives, or collections management

Ability to organise time and workload

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team

Job description

Vacancy for Digital Archives Assistant (Trainee) at Parliamentary Archives

Date: 9 August 2021

Location: London

Type: Fixed Term, Full-Time, 12 months

Parliamentary records are at the heart of UK democracy, embodying our liberties, rights, and responsibilities for over five hundred years. The Parliamentary Archives helps the UK Parliament operate more efficiently and transparently, enabling informed decision-making and effective action. The Archives aim to inspire everyone with the compelling story of Parliament, its people, and communities to the present day.

Based in the Preservation & Access Team, this position offers a self-motivated individual interested in archives and digital heritage the opportunity to gain experience in maintaining and developing services within a modern, high-profile archive.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• An interest in heritage, archives, or collections management, especially digital collections
• Ability to organise your own time and workload, adhere to schedules, and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and research skills with the ability to interpret diverse sources
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a commitment to mutual trust, respect, diversity, and inclusion

For more information about this position, please contact Emily Chen at 020 7219 8422.