Archivist – Cape Town Holocaust & Genocide Centre

Staffwise; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Cape Town seeks a dedicated individual for a part-time role in archival management and curatorial support. Responsibilities include managing collections, assisting with exhibitions, and collaborating with local and international partners. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in archival practices. Salary ranges from R13,000 – R15,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have work experience and industry exposure.
• Knowledge of Holocaust, genocide history and human rights issues is advantageous.
• Strong planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and preserve the Centre’s historical collections.
• Assist in curating in-house exhibitions and presentations.
• Coordinate projects with international institutions.

Skills

Archival management

Curating

Digitisation

Communication

Collaboration

Organisation

Education

Degree or Diploma in History, Archival Studies, Museum Studies or related field

Job description

Overview

Part-time, Permanent, Work
Cape Town, Gardens

The Cape Town Holocaust and Genocide Centre (CTHGC) is dedicated to educating the public about the Holocaust and other genocides, preserving historical records, and fostering a culture of human rights, tolerance, and memory. The Centre works closely with local and international partners to provide educational programs, exhibitions, and public engagement initiatives. This is a hands-on and collaborative position within a small, dedicated team and will play an essential role in managing and preserving the Centre’s historical collections.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Archival Management & Preservation: cataloguing, maintaining and managing all archival items, preparing items for storage, managing additions to existing collections, digitising archival materials, responding to research requests.
• Curatorial responsibilities: assisting in curating in-house exhibitions and presentations, manage temporary/travelling exhibitions and collaborating with staff on content for exhibitions.
• Liaison and Representation: Coordinate with the Kaplan Centre at UCT and collaborate with Johannesburg and Durban Holocaust Centres on joint projects as well as international institutions. Liaise with funders and stakeholders, including preparing reports for the Claims Conference.
• Collaboration and Departmental support: working closely with Education and Promotion teams ensuring archival and curatorial materials support the Centre’s initiatives as well as supporting other in-house projects, through research, exhibition development and archival input.
• Administration: contribute to grant applications and funding proposals relating to archival and digital initiatives.

Required Skills & Experience

• Work experience and industry exposure
• Degree or Diploma in History, Archival Studies, Museum Studies or a related field
• Proven experience in archival management, curating and digitisation
• Knowledge of Holocaust, genocide history and human rights issues is advantageous
• Exhibition development and project management experience ideal.
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Comfortable liaising with diverse stakeholders, including funders and academic institutions.
• Collaborative and respectful team player with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent Administration and Organisational Skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to historical accuracy
• Strong planning and time management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Must be able to work on-site in Gardens, Cape Town.
• Experience liaising with institutional partners locally and internationally
• Respect for confidentiality and sensitive historical material.

Additional Details

Hours of work: 20 hours per week (either half days or over 3 days a week). Salary range: R13,000 – R15,000 dependant on experience.

Application Process

Closing date for applications: 28 August 2025

If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application to have been unsuccessful.

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