Freelance, Part-Time Historian/researcher With Archival Skills
Interested candidates should send their cover letter and CV to [email protected]
Job description
Identify, digitize, catalogue, and index a variety of works produced by Aref El Rayess and other related documents
Input all data related to the works of Aref El Rayess and related documents into an existing database
Label the works and documents with inventory numbers, and re-house them, with the works organized in a strategic system for easy access
Store materials in accordance with common guidelines, ensuring they are kept in good condition
Conduct research as requested by Chair and/or Managing Director
Assist scholars, researchers, artists, and other visitors with finding the required information within the archives
Additional qualifications:
Preference for a minimum of two years’ experience working with archival collections
Preference for knowledge of digitization best practices and standard
Strong written and oral communications skills and ability to function independently and as a part of a team
Fluency in both spoken and written French, Arabic; good command of English is a plus
Good organizational skills, a high level of concentration, and attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to interact with museum colleagues, archives colleagues, donors, the general public, academics, students, scholars, historians and writers
Note:
Candidate must be able to work in a closed, windowless environment initially (new archive space is under construction)
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
