Requirements

• Degree in Social Sciences/Museum Studies/History/Archaeology with at least 3-5 years collections management or curatorial experience in a museum or similar institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma or Degree in Cultural Heritage/ Museum/History/Archaeology/Archive studies will be an added advantage.
• A sound knowledge of Heritage Objects and Museum management
• Computer Literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages such as MSWord and MS Excel.
• Proficiency in English.
• Good report writing skills
• Excellent telephone etiquette and communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license Code 08.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management, preservation, conservation, safety, acquisition, disposal, interpretation and presentation of the Mapungubwe Interpretation Centre collection in line with the local and internationally accepted museum standards.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and plans for conservation of museum collections, with input from relevant other officials.
• To collect objects associated with the history of the park in order to ensure a wide-ranging, in-depth cultural heritage collection.
• To maintain an up-to-date inventory and proper storage of the park’s heritage objects
• To research and document new entries to the collection in order to enhance their heritage and cultural significance. Ensure proper and safe handling as well as storage and ownership of artefacts
• To facilitate and oversee the design, preparation, and installation of exhibitions related to cultural heritage
• To facilitate research on and access to heritage collections
• To manage relationships with third-party institutions that curate heritage objects that originate from Mapungubwe National Park.
• Lead, develop and manage the Financial and Human Capital related to the position.