Museum Project Officer in Ipswich

Suffolk County Council is seeking a Museum Project Officer to join the Place Making and Inclusion Team. In this role, you will support the delivery of the Stepping Stones project, helping museums across Suffolk to develop, improve and thrive.

Your role and responsibilities

• Meeting with museum staff and volunteers to discuss projects
• Administering the Stepping Stone Fund
• Providing advice and guidance to museums
• Organising training sessions and events
• Reviewing funding applications and providing feedback
• Writing project reports
• Monitoring budgets and project plans
• Liaising with consultants and partners on project delivery

You will play a key role in strengthening the museum sector across Suffolk, helping organisations enhance their services and deliver benefits for communities.

You will need

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to advise, influence and build relationships
• Experience of planning or delivering projects, including managing competing priorities
• The ability to organise training, events, or engagement activities
• Skills in analysing information, reviewing applications, and producing reports
• Confidence working with budgets and project plans
• An understanding of museums, heritage, or community organisations

If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

This role sits within Public Health, Communities and Public Safety Directorate and is delivered in partnership with the Association for Suffolk Museums (AFSM). The project is funded by AFSM, the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic England, and Suffolk local authorities.

You will work closely with the Project Manager for Museums and colleagues across Suffolk County Council, as well as museum professionals and volunteers across the county. This is a collaborative and supportive environment where you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships and make a real difference to Suffolk’s cultural and heritage offer.

Empowering Everyone

We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation.

For more information

Please contact Jayne Phoenix (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can contact her by calling 01473 265008 or emailing: jayne.phoenix@suffolk.gov.uk

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

• Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP).
• Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
• Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering specific questions.
• Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details) and a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role.

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments.

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 2 August 2026. Interview date: 6 or 7 August 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.