Curator (Co-production)

A newly created role, helping to build a culture of co-production at the Bowes Museum. Working closely with staff, partners and community members to co-create contributions to programming that think critically about global, social and cultural concerns. The successful candidate will have a passion for storytelling through collections and strong communication and interpretative skills. They will have experience of co-producing exhibitions and collection displays, commissioning artists and working with people in a variety of civic settings. Ideally the successful candidate will have 3-5 years experience working in the sector or equivalent experience.

 We are an equal opportunities employer. Diversity within our workforce, programmes and approaches is crucial to our mission of being equitable, sustainable and relevant. We particularly welcome applications from candidates who have been traditionally under-represented within the sector including those who identify as people of colour and/or people with disabilities.

The role consists of elements of hybrid working for the right candidate. We’re also open to external secondments.

If you’ve applied previously, don’t worry – we’ve kept your details on file and will be in touch.

Interviews expecting to take place on the 3^rd & 9^th of November; subject to change.

Hours: 37 hours p/w

Contract type: Fixed Term 2 years

Salary: £29,210

Closing date: 27 October 2023

To apply please send an up to date CV and cover letter highlighting your specific skills and experiences relevant to the role to:

hr@thebowesmuseum.org.uk

For more information please visit www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk

Tel 01833 690606

The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle,

Co Durham, DL12 8NP

Registered Charity Number: 1079639