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Curator of African Collections

2 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom British Museum Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Curator to join our team at the British Museum. The successful candidate will be responsible for the curation of our Africa collections, with a particular focus on East Africa.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Collection Management: To make our Africa collection publicly accessible through various channels, including publication, digital platforms, display, and broadcast.
  2. Research and Documentation: To lead research and enhance documentation on key areas of the East Africa collection and the collection more widely.
  3. Visitor Engagement: To manage visitors to the collection and respond to enquiries from the public.
  4. Collection Displays: To contribute to the development of collection displays across the Museum.
About the British Museum

The British Museum is a world-renowned institution with a collection spanning over two million years of human history and culture. Our collection includes the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and the Lewis Chessmen, among many other treasures.

We are committed to making our collection accessible to the public and to advancing our understanding of human culture and history.