International Programmes Assistant - London, United Kingdom - National Portrait Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Salary - £21,881.60 pro rata, based on the full time equivalent of £27,352 per annum

Part-time - 32 hours (4 days) per week. Please note that this role may become a full-time post.

Permanent

Role Purpose:

The National Portrait Gallery has a growing and dynamic international programme, centred predominantly on sharing its exhibitions with partner museums around the world.

The International Programmes Assistant supports the International Team to deliver the Gallery's international projects including touring exhibitions and other initiatives.

They will work on exhibition preparation; co-ordinating conservation work, the movement of artworks and the management of exhibition lists.

The role involves administrative support for the team, assisting with transport tenders, estimates, logistics and the planning of installations and de-installations.

We are seeking an extremely organised individual with excellent time management and communication skills, who can work across projects and be part of a small team to meet regular strict deadlines.

You will need previous administration experience, experience of working within a museum, arts or heritage organisation or similar environment; strong IT and database skills, and have meticulous attention to detail.

Key Accountabilities:

Exhibition preparation
Cocoordinating conservation work and the movement of art works
Managing exhibition lists
Supporting transport tenders, logistics and planning of exhibition delivery
Administrative support for the team
The above list is indicative but not exhaustive. As such, in addition to the key accountabilities and responsibilities listed the post holder may be required to perform other duties commensurate with the scope and/or level of the role_

To read the full job description, please follow the link: International Programmes Assistant Job Description

Key Experience, Skills and Criteria:

Administration experience
Museum, arts and culture or similar sector experience
Strong IT and database skills
Excellent time management and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

Generous pension scheme
27 days annual leave allowance, in addition to bank holidays
Interest free season ticket and bicycle loans
Rental deposit scheme
Membership of the Civil Service Sports & Leisure club
Access to independent, low cost healthcare schemes
Employee assistance programme
Free entry to many UK museums, galleries and exhibitions
Staff discounts on purchases in online shop
Professional & personal development opportunities

First round interviews will take place on
Monday 11th and Tuesday 12 December in person:

Application due
24/11/2023

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