[can-jobs] MCA - Assistant Registrar

Assistant Registrar 
3 year contract position

The MCA is seeking to appoint an Assistant Registrar to assist in the
management of the Museum's Exhibitions and Collections.

Reporting to the Registrar, the Assistant Registrar contributes to the
management of exhibitions and collections by coordinating the safe
movement of artworks locally, nationally and internationally; recommends
and implements procedures in relation to packing of artworks for transit
and storage, ensures safe handling and care of artworks on display and
in transit, as well as coordinating the Museum's program of Outward
Loans.

The successful applicant will need; 

*	Previous experience coordinating the safe movement of
exhibitions and collections 
*	Minimum 3 years experience in Museum registration preferably
with contemporary art
*	Excellent planning and organisational skills,
*	Knowledge of and experience in maintaining information systems
*	Experience managing outward loans
*	Qualifications in fine art or equivalent or museum studies
*	Experience working with contemporary art is an advantage. 
	 
This is a challenging and rewarding role that will suit an individual
with the ability to manage stressful situations calmly and effectively.
Good interpersonal skills, able to deliver a variety of projects to
deadline and within budget.  

For a full position description please visit the employment section of
our website at www.mca.com.au/employment.  Enquiries can be directed to
Claire Campey 02 9245 2464. Short listing for interviews will be based
on meeting the essential criteria listed in the position description.  

Please send your application, including names and telephone numbers of
two referees to, the Human Resources Manager, Museum of Contemporary
Art, PO Box R1286, Royal Exchange, NSW, 1223 or email
positionsvacant at mca.com.au  Faxed applications not accepted.

Applications close 1 February 2008.

The MCA is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity
(EEO).


Dee Brown
Human Resources Manager
Museum of Contemporary Art
T:  02 9245 2486
F:  02 9241 5854
E: dee.brown at mca.com.au
W: www.mca.com.au



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