Curator, Public Programme and Practice

Curator, Public Programme and Practice (supported by the John Ellerman Foundation)

Tate Liverpool and National Museums Liverpool is looking for a Curator to work across institutions.

The International Slavery Museum (ISM) opened on 23 August 2007. Not only was this the date of the annual Slavery Remembrance Day, but the year 2007 was particularly significant as it was the bicentenary of the abolition of the British slave trade. ISM highlights the international importance of slavery, both in a historic and contemporary context. Working in partnership with other museums with a focus on freedom and enslavement, the museum provides opportunities for greater awareness and understanding of the legacy of slavery today.

Comprising eight highly regarded museums and galleries, NML employs over 700 staff and works closely with around 250 volunteers and goes further than a traditional museum service through innovative programmes – for example supporting those suffering from loneliness and dementia through our internationally recognised House of Memories programme, improving mental health and wellbeing and supporting local creative industries. NML exists for public benefit as an inspiring educator, a storyteller, a major employer and custodian of historic stories and assets.

This new post is a hybrid curatorial role, working across Tate Liverpool and the International Slavery Museum to shift traditional curatorial practice and embed new methods of working with communities into the institutions’ activities. You will work within and for communities across Merseyside to deliver a high-quality, innovative programme of exhibitions and displays related events and strategic projects designed to engage diverse local audiences.

Successful candidates will have access to a range of benefits, including 25 days annual leave entitlement, rising to 27 days pro rata after 3 years of service. For details of the full benefits package, more information and to apply, please visit:

https://workingat.tate.org.uk/pages/job_search_view.aspx?preview=preview&jobId=9158

The closing date for the submission of completed application forms is 21 August 2022 by midnight.