Programme Coordinator (Producer): University Art Commission to celebrate Black scholars (Part Time, Fixed Term)

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The University of Cambridge will commission a public artwork, for an outside space within Cambridge University's grounds, to celebrate the role of Black scholars and their contribution to the life, history and future, of the University and wider society.

The role is responsible for carrying out administration and documentation of the project including working with museum colleagues to coordinate the artist selection (create application packs), convening a selection committee, managing commissioning, contracting and production, secure permissions and rights.

We are seeking an individual who has excellent interpersonal skills and are commitment to and ability to work to principles of anti-racist practice with a strong understanding of EDI and inclusion. They will have an interest in contemporary art and related practice while also having a knowledge of museum practice, and the requirements of collections, research, and historic buildings. The role will be suited to an individual who has experience of the processes involved in commissioning public art and have a demonstratable track record of producing with artists and curators. 

In return we offer an encouraging and supportive environment both within the Museum and the wider University, generous holiday allowance, an attractive pension scheme and many employee benefits.

You will be based at Fitzwilliam Museum, one of the leading University art museums. With over half a million works of art and antiquities spanning many cultures and centuries, the Museum has an international reputation for excellence in research, conservation, exhibitions and learning. As well as over 500,000 visitors who enjoy the Museum each year, we share our collections with a much wider audience than can physically visit through our touring exhibitions, loans, community engagement, digital programmes and research. 

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 15 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit click on the apply button.

Interview will be Wednesday 19th March 2025

Please quote reference DA45110 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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