Curator
The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum and Gallery is looking for a Curator with a minimum of 3 years experience and who would enjoy the challenge of working in a multi-disciplinary environment across exhibitions and collection management. This is a key role in our Museum, supporting the development of an innovative annual program of exhibitions [social history, art, maritime] as well as providing guidance and support for our small team of volunteers in the Collection Management Centre. The role will involve liaison with other museums, galleries and community groups, including First Nations as well as delivering our biennial Halloran Contemporary Art Prize. The Museum is home to the last surviving wooden Sydney Harbour Ferry, part of the local 20th century ship building industry as well as the internationally significant Halloran Collect.
There are a number of other cultural organisations in the area [Bundanon Trust, Fleet Air Arm Museum and Shoalhaven Regional Gallery] and the museums and galleries in the area network and meet quarterly for a ‘Museum’s Breakfast’ to share experiences, expertise, and provide support. We are situated in Huskisson, 2.5 hours from Sydney. Jervis Bay is renowned for its pristine white sand beaches, national parks, and nearby wineries
This is an excellent role for someone with curatorial experience in the museum and gallery sector who wants to move to the next level of career development.
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