At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the creation of a new Digital Archive and manage collections.
- Company: Join the De La Warr Pavilion, a hub for creativity and heritage.
- Benefits: 24-month contract with potential extension and a chance to shape community engagement.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor an Archive Apprentice and engage with the community.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on heritage while working in a vibrant cultural setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in archive management and a passion for collaboration.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Terms: 24 months (with possible 3-6 month extension)
Location: De La Warr Pavilion, East Sussex TN40 2BE
In December 2025, Rother District Council and the De La Warr Pavilion were awarded The National Lottery Heritage funds to implement a Heritage Engagement Programme (Activity Plan) to run alongside its transformational building project "An Icon for Everyone". We are now looking for an exceptional team to help us deliver that programme in 2027 and 2028.
The De La Warr Pavilion is seeking an experienced professional Archive Project Manager, who can balance technical proficiency with a commitment to collaboration and participatory practice. The role will include:
- Managing the creation and development of a new Digital Archive
- Reviewing existing physical and digital collections
- Establishing and maintaining systems for sustainable collections management
- Designing and supervising description and digitisation activities
- Managing an Archive Apprentice
- Supporting a community archive collecting programme
It will be based between DLWP and Bexhill Museum.
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