Kaitiaki Taonga Collection Manager, Botany Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington. Deadline Thursday March 10 2022
The Natural History Team currently has a vacancy for a permanent full time Kaitiaki Taonga Collection Manager to work with the Botany Collections.
We are looking for applications from candidates who have:
- A tertiary qualification in a relevant subject related to biological sciences
- Knowledge of plant systematics is desirable
- Previous experience in a collection management or registration role, with a sound working knowledge of collection management practices
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to spend significant time working in the collections and remain motivated when undertaking very repetitive tasks
- Extensive experience working with a Collection Information Systems and good working knowledge of MS Office Suite and database applications
- Knowledge and experience in meeting applicable regulatory and compliance requirements including attaining permits, licenses and certifications e.g. CITES, HSNO and PC1 containment facilities
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust working relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders
- Proven time management capability and can deliver within tight timeframes.
To apply for this opportunity please send an expression of interest setting out your skills and relevant experience in a cover letter and Curriculum vitae to *recruitment@tepapa.govt.nz* by C.O.B *Thursday March 10 2022.*