We are seeking a Collections Engagement Officer to join the Ahmed Iqbal Ullah RACE Centre team on a fixed term contract, providing maternity cover from 1st February 2027 (earlier start is possible) to Monday 8th November 2027.
You will work to increase knowledge, value and use of the RACE Centre’s rich library and archive collections, through inclusive and creative engagement activities. While the role has a natural focus on academic audiences, you will work with schools and young people, community organisations and other cultural / heritage sector organisations and the general public. The role requires someone who can embed racial and social justice principles in creative collections-based engagement work.
Key information:
- Fixed term maternity cover contract, from 1st February 2027 (an earlier start is possible) to Monday 8th November 2027.
- 28 hours per week
- Grade 5 £31,637 to £36,130 pro rata per annum, depending on relevant experience
- Deadline for applications: Midnight, Sunday 1st November
- Interviews 23rd and 27th November (afternoons).
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 1st November 2026 and interviews will take place on Monday 23rd and Friday 27th November (afternoons). We will provide the questions beforehand.
Click here for the full Person Specification and to apply, click here.
