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Heritage & Community Manager |
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The Abbotsford Trust |
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£38,311 p.a. |
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Full-Time Position |
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Melrose, Scotland |
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Open until Position Filled |
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| | | | | Other Benefits: | | 35 hour working week, 34 days holiday, 4% pension contribution | | | | |
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| Job Description |
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Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, is one of Scotland’s most important heritage sites and easily accessible from Edinburgh by road and rail. Now cared for by an independent charity, we are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our historic collections and built heritage care, our visitor storytelling, and our community programmes.
In this interesting and varied role you will be responsible for the Trust’s heritage responsibilities, overseeing achievement of Museum Accreditation, as well as the further development of exceptional visitor storytelling experiences. If you also have some experience of volunteering and educational visits in a similar organisation, that will be an advantage. Overseeing a team of five, and working closely with the fundraising team to achieve your objectives, you will be a key member of our management team. As a small charity run by staff and volunteers, you should be personable and flexible in your approach to others, and be prepared to be bitten by our passion for Scott and Abbotsford. |
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Knowledge & Experience
Essential
• Knowledge of the principles of collections care and conservation
• Experience of working in a visitor facing heritage experience
• Experience of managing and supporting staff
• Experience of delivering programmes supported by grant funders and donors
• Experience of working with a variety of stakeholder groups in order to maximise their engagement
• Computer literate and able to work with specialist databases and CRM systems
Desirable
• Knowledge of Scotland’s Museum Accreditation scheme
• Experience of developing and delivering community programmes to achieve charitable outcomes
• Understanding of the role of volunteering within a charitable organisation
• Knowledge of the principles of educational programmes within a comparable organisation
• Experience of developing online content and tools for public and/or educational audiences
• Experience of developing and delivering new exhibitions
• Professional background and academic qualifications in a relevant field
• Membership of a relevant professional body
• Knowledge of the heritage context to Abbotsford, house and collections, the works and legacy of Sir Walter Scott
Skills and Abilities
Essential
• Ability to lead, manage and develop a team of staff and volunteers
• Ability to manage a complex work programme by prioritizing, delegating and/or contracting out tasks, and where necessary adjusting plans to take advantage of unforeseen opportunities
• Strong planning and organisational skills, including ability to deliver to multiple priorities whilst retaining a thorough attention to detail
• Excellent creative, analytical and evaluative skills, including the ability to develop strategic plans and lead on their delivery
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills including ability to deliver presentations and write engaging public content
• Ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with a wide range of stakeholders
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to multi-task within a small organisation.
Personal Qualities and Requirements
• Interest in and commitment to The Abbotsford Trust's mission, vision and values
• Commitment to own and others’ continuous professional development
• Commitment to Equality and Diversity and understanding of how they apply within a heritage and customer service environment
• Ability to work occasional unsociable hours (evenings, weekends, bank and public holidays) |
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| Application Instructions |
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| To apply see full details at https://www.scottsabbotsford.com/about/vacancies |
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