Digital Heritage Preservation Strategist

University of KwaZulu-Natal; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Job summary

The University of KwaZulu-Natal in Mthatha, South Africa, is seeking a Digital Heritage Preservation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of digital preservation strategies for our cultural heritage collections.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Digital Heritage Preservation or related field and 5-7 years of experience, with strong knowledge of preservation technologies and excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Digital Heritage Preservation or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in digital heritage preservation or related field.
• Strong knowledge of digital preservation technologies and practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital preservation strategies for our cultural heritage collections
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote the use of digital technologies in heritage preservation
• Conduct research and analysis to inform digital preservation practices
• Develop and maintain digital preservation policies and procedures
• Provide training and support to staff and stakeholders on digital preservation practices

Skills

Digital preservation

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Digital Heritage Preservation or related field

Job description

The University of KwaZulu-Natal in Mthatha, South Africa, is seeking a Digital Heritage Preservation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of digital preservation strategies for our cultural heritage collections.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Digital Heritage Preservation or related field and 5-7 years of experience, with strong knowledge of preservation technologies and excellent communication and collaboration skills.