Museum Education Programmes Section Head

Position Overview

The Museum Education Programmes Section Head is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and initiatives at the museum. This role ensures that the museum's educational offerings align with institutional goals, engage diverse audiences, and foster lifelong learning. The Section Head supervises education staff, collaborates with curators and external partners, and serves as a key ambassador for the museum's educational mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Development and Oversight:
• Design, plan, and oversee a broad range of educational programs for various audiences, including schools, families, adults, and community groups.
• Ensure programs reflect current educational best practices and museum pedagogy.
• Coordinate special events, workshops, lectures, and outreach initiatives.

Staff Leadership and Management:

Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate education department staff and volunteers.

Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Manage departmental budgets and resources efficiently.

Partnerships and Community Engagement:

Build and maintain relationships with schools, universities, cultural organizations, and community groups.

Represent the museum at educational conferences and public events.

Evaluation and Reporting:

Establish metrics for assessing program effectiveness and audience engagement.

Prepare regular reports on educational activities and outcomes for museum leadership.

Curatorial Collaboration:

Work closely with curators and exhibition teams to develop interpretive materials and gallery experiences.

Grant Writing and Fundraising:

Identify funding opportunities and assist in grant applications to support educational initiatives.

Collaborate with the development team on fundraising campaigns related to education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Museum Studies, Art History, History, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in museum education or a related educational setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience designing and evaluating educational programs for diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in budget management and staff supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners.
• Experience with grant writing and fundraising is desirable.
• Passion for museum education and audience engagement.

Working Conditions

• Full-time position; occasional evenings and weekends required for programs and events.
• Office-based with regular time spent in galleries, classrooms, and community settings.
• May require local travel for outreach activities and partnership meetings.