The Junior Research Officer will contribute to research projects that connect academic inquiry with community engagement, digital content, and public programming. The role requires the ability to work independently on research tasks, as well as collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to start a career in museum research and heritage scholarship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research independently and collaboratively, using qualitative, quantitative, archival, oral history, ethnographic, and field-based methods.
• Prepare draft research outputs, including reports, interpretive essays, content for exhibitions, and digital media.
• Assist the Senior Research Officer and curatorial staff in developing grant proposals and supporting documentation.
• Support community engagement initiatives and contribute research insights to exhibitions, education, and outreach programs.
• Participate in data collection, analysis, and evaluation of exhibitions and programs.
• Collaborate effectively with academics, community historians, cultural practitioners, and heritage stakeholders.
• Contribute to institutional reports, presentations, and publications under supervision.
• Maintain professional development through workshops, training, and conferences.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in (or equivalent professional experience) in Museology, History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Heritage Studies, Cultural Studies, Sociology or a related discipline.
• Some research experience (academic, field, archival, or community-based) is desirable.
• Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and meet deadlines while also functioning effectively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical, writing, and interpretive communication skills.
• Knowledge of Caribbean heritage and museum practices is desirable.
• Ability to adapt research findings for multiple formats: exhibitions, reports, digital media, and educational outputs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse communities and colleagues.
• Driver’s license and access to a vehicle is desirable for local fieldwork.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to contribute to Grenada’s national heritage and public education initiatives.
• Collaborative work environment with a multidisciplinary museum team.
• Hands-on experience in fieldwork, exhibitions, and community-based projects.
• Professional development opportunities through research, publications, workshops, and conferences.

How to Apply:

Send your CV, cover letter, and relevant supporting documents (e.g., academic papers, portfolios) HR@museum.gd

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates across the Caribbean, including OECS nationals. Successful candidates will be responsible for their own relocation and accommodation arrangements.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive research using diverse methods, including qualitative, quantitative, ethnographic, archaeological, archival, oral history, and field-based approaches.
• Produce scholarly and interpretive outputs to support exhibitions, publications, digital media, and public programming.
• Collaborate closely with the Cultural Engagement & Media Officer to ensure research informs interpretive content, educational initiatives, and community engagement strategies.
• Identify funding opportunities and develop grant proposals to support museum research, exhibitions, and programs.
• Engage with academic researchers, community knowledge holders, and heritage stakeholders locally, regionally, and internationally.
• Design and implement research instruments (e.g., surveys, focus groups, evaluation metrics) to assess the impact of museum programs and exhibitions.
• Present research findings through talks, lectures, publications, and community forums.
• Contribute to strategic institutional planning by providing evidence-based insights and reports.
• Maintain active professional networks and participate in conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunities.
• Mentors and supervises Junior Research Officer.

Qualifications & Experience:
• Master’s degree (or equivalent professional experience) in Museology, History, Archaeology, Anthropology, Heritage Studies, Cultural Studies, Sociology or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in conducting archival, field, oral history, and community-based research.
• Strong analytical, writing, and interpretive communication skills.
• Knowledge of Caribbean history, cultural heritage, and inclusive/decolonial research methodologies.
• Ability to adapt academic findings for multiple formats, including exhibitions, publications, digital media, and educational outputs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing successful grant applications is highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for local fieldwork.

What We Offer:
• Opportunity to contribute to the preservation and interpretation of Grenada’s national heritage.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary museum team on exhibitions, research projects, and community programs.
• Engagement in both local and regional fieldwork.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences, publications, and training in heritage research methods.

How to Apply:

Send your CV, cover letter, and relevant supporting documents (e.g., publications, portfolio) to HR@museum.gd by October 31, 2025
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
We welcome applications from qualified candidates across the Caribbean, including OECS nationals. Successful candidates will be responsible for their own relocation and accommodation arrangements.

Job Opportunity: Museum Assistant
Grenada National Museum

The Grenada National Museum invites applications from enthusiastic, service-oriented individuals to join our team as a Museum Assistant.

Position Summary
The Museum Assistant will be the first point of contact for visitors, providing friendly and professional service while promoting cultural appreciation and engagement. This role includes assisting with tours, ticketing, events and exhibitions.

Key Responsibilities
• Greet and assist visitors, responding to inquiries in person, by phone, and email.
• Process ticket sales efficiently.
• Assist with guided tours and special events.
• Support exhibition setup, gallery operations, and educational programmes.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and visitor satisfaction.

Requirements
• High school diploma (Associate degree in history, tourism, or related field preferred).
• 1–2 years’ experience in customer service, or hospitality.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Desired Attributes
• Passion for history and culture.
• Professional, approachable, and visitor-focused demeanor.
• Team player with strong organizational skills.

Work Environment
This role involves active engagement with visitors, participation in events, and some administrative work. It requires movement around gallery spaces and occasional lifting of materials

How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application (CV and cover letter) via email to operations@museum.gd with the heading: Application for Museum Assistant.

Deadline for Applications: September 30^th, 2025

Grenada National Museum
Young Street, St. George’s
Grenada Join us in preserving and sharing Grenada’s history while creating memorable experiences for our visitors.

VACANCY NOTICE

Location: St. George’s, Grenada
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: 30th June 2025

About the Museum
The GNM is a public cultural institution committed to preserving and promoting Grenadian heritage. With a renewed focus on operational excellence, cultural education, and public engagement, the Museum is undergoing transformative change and expanding its team to support sustainable growth.

Job Summary
The Administrative Officer will provide key administrative support to the Museum’s operations team, reporting directly to the Head of Museum Operations. The role includes office coordination, recordkeeping, HR support, and procurement administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update personnel files, leave registers, and internal schedules
• Coordinate logistics for meetings and internal communications
• Support staff recruitment and onboarding processes
• Manage procurement records, quotations, and vendor documentation
• Ensure smooth day-to-day office operations and liaise with service providers Minimum Qualifications and Experience
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Office Management, or related field
• At least three (3) years of experience in an administrative role in the public, nonprofit, or cultural sectors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital records management
• Familiarity with public sector administrative procedures is an advantage

Desired Attributed

• Desired Attributes
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Commitment to the mission, values, and service of the Grenada National Museum
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle considered an asset
• Proficiency in a foreign language considered an asset

Benefits

• A structured compensation system promoting equity and transparency
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A mission-driven, inclusive, and collaborative working environment
  

Application Process

• Applicants must submit:
• A cover letter clearly outlining suitability for the role
• A detailed curriculum vitae

Applications should be addressed to:
The Museum Director
Grenada National Museum
Email: hr@museum.gd
Deadline: 30th June 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Relationships and Reporting
• Reports directly to the Head, Curation and Collections.
• Works closely with curatorial, conservation, and education teams to ensure professional standards in handling, documentation, and interpretation.
• Liaises with heritage authorities, institutional partners, donors, and technical service providers to ensure compliance and best practice in collections care, conservation, and loans.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Develops and maintains accurate and comprehensive object records and catalogues in accordance with museum documentation standards and ethical guidelines.
• Establishes and maintains integrated collections management systems, including digital databases, numbering protocols, and metadata standards.
• Oversees the inventory, labelling, and secure storage of all collection items to ensure physical and intellectual control.
• Supports the digitisation of the collection and assists in maintaining digital asset management systems.
• Monitors the physical condition and environmental parameters (temperature, humidity, light, and pest activity) of storage and display areas to ensure preventive conservation.
• Prepares and updates condition reports and assists with conservation assessments and treatments under the direction of the Head.
• Implements preventive conservation measures aligned with sustainable practices and monitors for environmental or handling risks.
• Participates in disaster preparedness and response planning, including the development of collections emergency protocols.
• Coordinates the accessioning and deaccessioning processes, ensuring appropriate provenance research, legal compliance, and documentation.
• Assists in the management of incoming and outgoing loans, including preparation, packing, and courier responsibilities.
• Contributes to collections access initiatives, such as behind-the-scenes tours, outreach activities, and interpretive materials that promote stewardship and public engagement.
• Supports institutional research and exhibition projects by providing accurate and accessible collections information.
• Performs any other related duties necessary to ensure the professional care and sustainability of the collection.

Key Outputs
• A fully documented and accessible collections database and inventory system.
• Improved collections care, storage, and preventive conservation measures.
• Clear and compliant documentation supporting acquisitions, loans, and risk management.
• Strengthened institutional capacity for collections stewardship and accountability.

Performance Indicators
• Quality, consistency, and accuracy of documentation and digital records.
• Effectiveness of preventive conservation and environmental monitoring systems.
• Compliance with international museum standards, ethical guidelines, and legal frameworks.
• Responsiveness to condition assessments, risk management, and collection needs.
• Associate’s degree or diploma in Museum Studies, Conservation, Heritage Management, or a related discipline.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Museum Studies, History, Archaeology, Sociology, Archaeology, Anthropology, Cultural Studies, Liberal Arts Cultural Resource Management, or Library and Information Science will be considered an asset.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ professional experience in collections management, cataloguing, or documentation.
• Training or certification in Preventive Conservation, Collections Documentation Standards (e.g. Spectrum, AAM), Digital Asset Management, or Disaster Preparedness for Cultural Heritage is desirable.
• Experience in setting up or maintaining collections management systems or databases (such as PastPerfect, CollectiveAccess, or similar platforms) is an advantage.

Candidates may hold any of the following relevant degrees, diplomas, or certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in:
• History
• Ethnology
• Conservation Science or Conservation and Restoration
• Archival Studies or Records Management
• Library and Information Science (with heritage or special collections focus)
• Fine Arts or Art History (with relevant museum collection experience)
• Environmental Science (with focus on conservation or materials preservation)
OR
• Associate Degree or Diploma in:
• Museum and Heritage Studies
• Archival Management
• Cultural Resource Management
• Conservation Techniques or Collections Care
(Equivalent professional qualifications or extensive relevant experience in heritage or collections work may also be considered in lieu of a degree.)

Knowledge and Skills
• Strong knowledge of collections documentation standards, accessioning procedures, and provenance verification.
• Familiarity with preventive conservation principles, including environmental monitoring, integrated pest management, and storage design.
• Proficiency in database management, metadata standards (e.g. Dublin Core, Spectrum), and inventory control.
• Competence in digitisation processes, including object photography, file naming, metadata tagging, and digital preservation.
• Working knowledge of ethical, environmental, and legal frameworks governing museum collections, including ICOM and UNESCO conventions.
• Understanding of risk assessment and emergency planning for museum collections.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare professional reports and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and to train or supervise volunteers and junior staff.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, and basic image editing or database software.

How to Apply
Submit your CV, cover letter, and relevant supporting documents (e.g., academic papers, portfolios) to HR@museum.gd by 5th December 2025. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates across the Caribbean, including OECS nationals. Successful applicants will be responsible for their own relocation and accommodation arrangements.
Compensation: Based on qualifications and experience. As a guide, this role aligns with a senior-level Grade P2 within the national pay scale at Grade J in Grenada.