Associate Registrar - Loans and Exhibitions

Job Description

Flexible working arrangements are available. Associate Registrar - Loans and Exhibitions Parkes ACT This position is responsible for the management, documentation, and planning of loans to and from the National Gallery. We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified Registrar to join our team to coordinate loan negotiations, transportation, and packing of works of art. You will lead, motivate, and mentor staff in all phases of loans management and the packing of works of art for the gallery’s energetic lending program. To be successful in this role you must have substantial expertise in contemporary art museum registration practices and principles, loans management, art storage requirements, and documentation systems. Excellent knowledge and experience in conservation and packing techniques are key in this role as is the management of all aspects of national and international loans, including security requirements, insurance/indemnity, and customs and export/import regulations. As a skilled collaborator, building productive working relationships with all stakeholders is an important element of this position, ensuring successful and timely loan negotiations. Often working to tight deadlines, proven project management skills are essential along with experience in strategic and budget planning, resource management, and collections management systems. This is a full-time, ongoing role available in the Registration Department within the Artistic Programs Portfolio. The key duties of the position include: Project manage and coordinate loan negotiations, transportation, packing, and insurance/indemnity for works of art and provide regular progress reports to the Head Registrar. Develop and implement operational business plans and procedures relating to loans. Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the loans systems. Undertake research and develop policies and procedures relating to loans management in liaison with the Head Registrar. Manage national and international transport and security arrangements for works of art entering the Gallery for loans and exhibitions and ensure adherence to national and international regulations. Prepare and manage registration budgets for loans and exhibitions. Monitor these budgets and develop reports on activities. Manage resources in the loans area including the supervision, training, and development of registration staff in all aspects of loans management and in accordance with the Gallery’s purpose and values. Participate in projects that involve lending collections both within and outside the Registration Department including online projects and exhibitions. Other duties as required commensurate with your skills and abilities to help the gallery meet its corporate goals. Citizenship: To be eligible for employment with the Gallery, you must be an Australian citizen.Police Check: To be eligible for this role you must complete a police check.Security Assessment: The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline/Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance. Ongoing employment in this role requires the successful candidates to maintain a high-level security clearance. Loss of a security clearance at any time will lead to termination of employment. Notes HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role please go to the National Gallery's Careers portal.You should provide a tailored CV (maximum of three pages) along with a statement of no more than two pages that outlines your skills, capabilities, and experience, against the information above.In your statement response you should keep in mind the capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role, as identified in the information above. Try not to duplicate information that can be found in your CV but do highlight any specific examples or achievements that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.An order of merit may be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. If you do not wish to be added to an order of merit, please notify us in your application. Getting to know the National Gallery of Australia The National Gallery is one of Australia’s leading visual arts institutions. The National Gallery is based in Canberra and is a vital part of the Australian cultural landscape. Our Purpose is to collect, preserve, promote, and share the national collection of art. The Vision of the National Gallery is to be the international reference point for art in Australia, inspiring all people to explore, experience, and learn. Our Values include Boldness, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr