Qatar National Library has a new opening for a Head of Preservation & Conservation position, if interested please send me your CV to Sandra Montesinos smontesinos@qf.org.qa
Job Purpose:
The Head of Preservation & Conservation is responsible for the overall activities of planning, development, management, promotion, delivery and evaluation of services for preservation and conservation for the Qatar National Library. As part of the Special Collections and Archives Team, the position will assist the Associate Director for Special Collections and Archives to develop strategic objectives for the department. This position may also act in the absence of the Associate Director for Special Collections & Archives. Regularly scheduled evening and weekend work may be required.
Key Result Areas:
- Develop, implement, evaluate and update policies, procedures, plans, budgets, standards and best practices associated with preservation and conservation.
- Manage all activities and workflow for preservation and conservation.
- Plan and oversee the setup and implementation of the new Preservation and Conservation laboratory in all aspects.
- Develop and manage the review, selection, preservation and conservation for digitization of Special Collections and Archives books, maps, and manuscripts, along with other item formats, in collaboration with department heads, staff, and Associate Director.
- Recommend, plan and assist in implementing best practices for movement of Special Collections and Archives items for relocation to new building, to exhibitions, for shipping, etc.
- Responsible for selection, hiring, and professional development of new preservation and conservation staff.
- Coach, mentor, lead, supervise, and evaluate the departmental staff, QNDP Trainees, Graduate Trainees, and Interns throughout the career development plan process.
- Create and contribute content to the Qatar National Library website.
- Keep informed of current practices, trends, and developments in the field and effectively use training and experience to enhance job knowledge, especially with new methods in preservation and conservation.
- Contribute to the profession by publishing, presenting, or actively participating in professional organizations, especially with new finds, amended methods, or other advances in preservation and conservation.
- Familiarize, understand and implement QF health, safety, and environment policy, procedures, legal regulations and objectives applicable to areas of responsibility. Ensures coordination with HSE department in implementing, monitoring and reviewing of HSE performance to ensure work under his/her control is performed in a safe, healthy and environmentally sound manner.
- This position includes, but is not limited to, other duties as required and defined by the scope, purpose, and spirit of the institution and are not always indicative of the title and grade of the position.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Master’s degree in relevant discipline, such as Conservation or Preservation, Library Science or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience, 3 of which must have been in supervisory or leadership role in a library, museum, or research organization in preservation or conservation.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills in both oral and written English. Arabic language skills will be an asset.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
For more information about Qatar National Library or Qatar Foundation, please feel free to visit www.qnl.qa or www.qf.org.qa