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Islington Heritage Service is looking for an experienced librarian or archivist to oversee the day-to-day running of its busy Local History Centre.
The Centre has a mixed collection of archive material documenting the development of this important London borough. There are also special archive collections relating to Sadler’s Wells Theatre and artist Walter Sickert.
Your role will be to assist the Local History Centre Manager in developing, preserving and enhancing access to these collections.
In addition to a library or archive qualification, or significant and demonstrable experience of working in these fields, we are looking for a special individual who will
· Be able to work with and develop Islington’s newly installed collections management software
· Work on a creative programme of exhibitions, educational activities and outreach work
· Explore opportunities for partnership working with cultural and community organisations
· Manage and motivate staff and volunteers
This role requires an ability to think across the library, archive and museum domains, as you will be working closely with the new brand new Islington Museum, which is opens in Spring 2008.
Closing date for applications: 31st March 2008.
For more details and an application form go to the Apply for a job section of the Islington Council website: www.islington.gov.uk
If you would like an informal discussion about the job, contact Martin Banham on 020 7527 7989.
Martin Banham
Local History Manager
Customer Focus
Library and Cultural Services
Islington Council
Islington Local History Centre, Finsbury Library, 245 St John Street, EC1V 4NB
Tel: (020) 7527 7989
Alternative contact: Local History (020) 7527 7988
www.islington.gov.uk
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