Archivist & Library Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional. Job Overview As part of our commitment to building a world-class collection and advancing museum development and conservation practice in the region, MOWAA seeks an experienced and highly organised Archivist & Library Manager to lead the management, development, and preservation of MOWAA’s archives and institutional library. The role also combines strategic oversight with operational execution, ensuring that MOWAA’s archival holdings, research collections, and library resources are professionally managed, accessible, and aligned with international best practices. This is a pivotal role within MOWAA’s institutional infrastructure. The Archivist & Library Manager will ensure that the organisation’s archival and research assets are preserved, professionally managed, and strategically developed to support scholarship, exhibitions, and long-term institutional growth. Key Responsibilities   Archives & Collections Management

• Lead the cataloguing, documentation, and digitisation of archives owned and/or managed by MOWAA.

• Oversee archival standards, metadata systems, and database integrity.

• Ensure proper handling, storage, conservation coordination, and long-term preservation of archival and collection materials.

• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies relating to archives, records management, and library systems.

• Maintain accurate records of installation notes, accessions, deaccessions, condition reports, loan agreements, and insurance documentation.

• Monitor and track object movement within the collections database.

Library Development & Management

• Lead the development and management of the MOWAA Library, including:

• Space planning and physical organisation

• Collection development strategy

• Acquisition and cataloguing systems

• Digital database and research access systems

• Establish access protocols for internal staff, researchers, and the public.

• Oversee both physical and digital library assets.

 Research & Access

• Facilitate researchers and guests access to archives and library holdings.

• Respond to research inquiries and provide guidance on archival materials.

• Conduct research relating to collection provenance, copyright, and ownership matters.

• Support publication, exhibition, and curatorial research initiatives.

Institutional Collaboration

• Collaborate with curators, conservators, and exhibition teams to support scheduling, installations, and collection rotations.

• Support preparation of educational materials in partnership with the Learning & Outreach Department.

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