National Museums Liverpool - Current vacancies

Publications Manager

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Job Title:: Publications Manager
Reference:: 9064
Salary:: £29,924
Fixed term contract for 15 months
Closing Date:: 03 December 2009

This newly created post offers an opportunity to develop high quality publications, from corporate to marketing print, exhibition catalogues to visitor guides. The ability to tailor publications to a wide range of audiences is an important part of the job.

You will be an experienced project manager who combines a lively writing style with strong planning and negotiation skills.

This post will provide a high quality publications service for NML. This will involve managing a portfolio of publications, including researching, writing, editing and proof-reading print material, ensuring that NML’s brand and corporate identity is appropriately communicated.

The publications managed by the postholder will include corporate print such as the Annual Review, exhibition catalogues, promotional print such as the quarterly Exhibitions and Events Guides, and research publications.

This position is a fixed term contract until 31 March 2011

Communications Manager

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Job Title:: Communications Manager
Reference:: 9063
Salary:: £29,924
Fixed term contract for 15 months
Closing Date:: 03 December 2009

Managing the press office and internal communications teams, you will be responsible for ensuring media, visitors and staff are always up to date with our news. With eight museums and galleries in a fast-changing city you will never be short of stories to tell. The communications strategy for the new Museum of Liverpool (opening in 2011) will also be part of your remit.

You will be a senior corporate communicator with knowledge of the cultural sector and strong team management skills.

The communications team develops and manages NML’s communications strategy to:

grow and diversify our audiences by integrating with the marketing strategy
support the development of our major capital schemes
protect and enhance corporate reputation, image and impact

This position is a fixed term contract until 31 March 2011

Assistant Exhibition Curator – Little Liverpool (Part-Time)

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Job Title:: Assistant Exhibition Curator – Little Liverpool (Part-Time)
Reference:: 9062
Salary:: £15,675
pro-rata - 29 hours per week
Fixed term contract for 15 months
Closing Date:: 30 November 2009

Working within content teams, you will assist in finalising content for the Little Liverpool and atria galleries at the new Museum of Liverpool opening in 2011.

Within this busy role you will be required to work with collections, record information precisely on Mimsy XG, research information and write object labels and text. You will also assist in developing audio visual and interactive content. Candidates should have an understanding of museums interpretation using a social history approach to developing exhibitions.

This position is fixed term contract until 31 March 2011

Curator of Maritime History & Deputy Head of Merseyside Maritime Museum

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Job Title:: Curator of Maritime History & Deputy Head of Merseyside Maritime Museum
Reference:: 9059
Salary:: £38,458
Fixed term contract for 15 months
Closing Date:: 30 November 2009

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic museum professional to lead the Maritime History department at the Merseyside Maritime Museum and provide support for the Director. You will play an important role in areas of collections management, special exhibitions, venue development, scholarly research and publication. You will lead a small but highly committed curatorial team.

Substantial experience of the management and interpretation of collections and development of exhibitions are essential along with a track record in relevant subject research. You will have good managerial skills including experience of budgetary control, project delivery, leading teams, managing change and developing partnerships. Excellent communication and inter-personal skills are essential.

This position is fixed term Fixed term to 31 March 2011

Cleaning Team Leader

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Job Title:: Cleaning Team Leader
Reference:: 9056
Salary:: £13,069
pro-rata - 17 hours per week
Fixed term contract for 5 months
Closing Date:: 26 November 2009

The Cleaning Services section of the Estates Management Department is looking to appoint 3 Team Leaders across the various venues. You and your team of cleaning staff will focus on delivering a high standard of cleaning service to NML’s staff and visitors.

With the recent appointment of the Facilities Cleaning Supervisors, this is an exciting time to afford yourself the opportunity to lead, manage and motivate a team of cleaning staff and develop your skills. We are looking for someone who is reliable and flexible, with a pleasant and friendly manner, who is keen to provide support in the delivery of this operational service.

You must have excellent observational skills that demonstrate your housekeeping duties are to a high standard. A sound knowledge of Health & Safety standards, cleaning equipment and cleaning products are essential.

Literacy, numeracy, and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to undertake basic admin duties.