Senior Digital Heritage Preservation Specialist

National Arts Festival Trust; Makhanda; On-site; ZAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The National Arts Festival Trust in Grahamstown, South Africa, is seeking a Digital Cultural Heritage Preservation Specialist to lead digital preservation initiatives for the institution's cultural heritage collections. The role demands a Master’s degree in Digital Media or a related field and 5–7 years of relevant experience.

You will design and implement preservation strategies, collaborate with experts, and help ensure long-term accessibility of digital assets while contributing to an

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Digital Media or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in digital preservation and cultural heritage.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital preservation strategies for our cultural heritage collections
• Work closely with our team of experts to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of our digital assets
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address digital preservation needs
• Develop and maintain digital preservation policies and procedures
• Provide training and support to staff on digital preservation best practices

Skills

Communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Digital Media

Job description

The National Arts Festival Trust in Grahamstown, South Africa, is seeking a Digital Cultural Heritage Preservation Specialist to lead digital preservation initiatives for the institution's cultural heritage collections. The role demands a Master’s degree in Digital Media or a related field and 5–7 years of relevant experience.

You will design and implement preservation strategies, collaborate with experts, and help ensure long-term accessibility of digital assets while contributing to an