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Heritage Development Manager at Comrie Development Trust
Working Hours: Part Time
Contract: Fixed Term – Until 31 March 2029
Salary: £14,746.67 per annum for 14 hours weekly (£39,500 full-time equivalent)
Location: Comrie/ Hybrid
Closing date: 28th October at 17:00
About the Role
Help turn Comrie’s heritage into lasting community benefit. Working with Comrie Heritage Group, colleagues and partners, you will develop opportunities that strengthen participation, improve the visitor experience and support Comrie Development Trust’s long-term sustainability.
Museum DevelopmentCoordinate Comrie Museum at Cultybraggan’s progress towards Accreditation, building on initial work with Museums Galleries Scotland and supporting the Heritage Group to act on specialist advice.
Heritage-led RegenerationDevelop partnerships, volunteering and skills opportunities that help put the Cultybraggan Camp Heritage Conservation Framework into practice. Support conservation, skills development, community benefit and sustainable uses of the site. The huts are historic assets in their own right, as well as spaces serving the community.
Partnerships and Community BenefitBuild on existing heritage and research connections across Comrie and District. Help develop interpretation, distinctive visitor activities, and opportunities for heritage funding, visitor giving, earned income and practical support.
Join a small team delivering lasting benefits for Comrie. During this fixed-term appointment, turn agreed heritage priorities into practical results through progress towards Museum Accreditation, heritage-led regeneration guided by the Heritage Conservation Framework, and activities that connect people with local heritage.
Work closely with the Community Engagement and Volunteer Co-ordinator and Business Development Manager to agree realistic milestones within the part-time allocation and keep delivery moving. Trustees retain responsibility for approvals, while specialist technical and curatorial advice will support delivery.
The post reports to the Board of Trustees.
Hybrid and flexible remote working arrangements are possible, with regular attendance at Cultybraggan Camp and participation in agreed local activities essential.
About You
You will bring strong relationship-building, communication, organisational and project-delivery skills, with experience turning shared projects into practical results.
Working knowledge of museums, heritage, research or academia is particularly welcome.
Relevant paid, voluntary and community experience counts; curatorial qualifications are not required.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled people, and value experience gained through employment, volunteering and community life. We will make reasonable adjustments during recruitment and employment.
Full role description and person specification are available in the candidate pack on our website.
In-person interviews: Week commencing 2 November 2026.
Anticipated start date: Week commencing 9 November 2026, or following the successful candidate’s notice period.
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Heritage Development Manager in Comrie employer: Museums Galleries Scotland
Museums Galleries Scotland is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee development, staff have access to numerous growth opportunities and training programmes, all while contributing to the cultural heritage of Scotland. Located in a vibrant community, employees enjoy a supportive culture that values innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in fundraising and partnerships.
Contact Details:
Museums Galleries Scotland Recruitment Team
