The Oblates of Mary Immaculate (Anglo-Irish Province, invite applications for the post of Archivist (part-time 2yr contact). The Archivist will report to the Provincial Archivist. This position would suit a newly qualified archivist wishing to gain practical experience across a wide range of archival practices.
Duties:
· Assisting in work related to the preservation of archives under the direction of the Archivist.
· Listing of newly transferred deposits from Provincial Office.
· Accessioning of newly deposited items.
· Assisting in and responding to internal and public enquiries concerning the collection.
· Working independently and as part of a team and successfully managing a range of work activities and working to deadlines.
· Keeping a daily diary of completed daily work and updating same in a monthly report to the Provincial.
· Complying with statutory legislation and rules and regulations for your own and general staff welfare and safety.
· Representing the best interests of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate (Anglo-Irish Division)
Provincial Archives.
Qualifications:
· A recognised postgraduate qualification in Archival Management or Archives and Records Management.
· Excellent written and communications skills
· Knowledge of records management standards, records retention, and disposition schedules policy.
· Excellent IT skills and familiarity with Adlib (Axiell Collections).
Desirable Skills:
· Cataloguing
· Knowledge of transfer and donor agreements and copyright.
· Personal Membership of ARA (UK & Ireland).
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: €18,905.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you a current personal member of ARA (UK & Irl)?
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
* Church Archives: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* post Grad in Archival Mgt or Archives & Record Management (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person