Strategic Leader, Natural History & Collections

Museums Aotearoa; Wellington; On-site; NZD 154,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Kindergarten

Subsidised parking

Café and store discounts

Free entry to paid exhibitions

Job summary

Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington seeks an experienced leader to set the strategic direction for Natural History and to lead a talented team of curators, researchers and collection professionals. The role will shape how Te Papa's natural history collections, research and expertise contribute to our understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand's environment and connect with communities and audiences.

It offers leadership for the Biodiversity Research Centre and a salary between $154,343 and $183,282 per

Responsibilities

• Set and implement the strategic direction for Natural History collections and research.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of curators, researchers and collection professionals.
• Embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities and Mana Taonga in Natural History strategy and decisions.
• Foster innovation and excellence in curatorial practice and new ways of sharing collections with communities.
• Ensure Natural History work contributes to Te Papa's exhibitions, experiences, digital channels and public engagement.
• Build partnerships with iwi, hapū, research organisations, universities and other partners.
• Provide Natural History leadership for Te Papa's Biodiversity Research Centre and related initiatives.

Job description

Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington seeks an experienced leader to set the strategic direction for Natural History and to lead a talented team of curators, researchers and collection professionals. The role will shape how Te Papa's natural history collections, research and expertise contribute to our understanding of Aotearoa New Zealand's environment and connect with communities and audiences.

It offers leadership for the Biodiversity Research Centre and a salary between $154,343 and $183,282 per