Head of Knowledge & Collection

Vacancy Head of knowledge and collection
Vacancy Head of knowledge and collection
Museum Batavialand is the museum about the history of Flevoland, about the new land after the making of the polders, the centuries of busy shipping traffic over the Zuiderzee, the unique shipwrecks and finds. The museum also has a shipyard where historic ships are recreated to keep the craft of shipping alive.
Museum Batavialand tells the story of the Netherlands and the Dutch living on the border of land and water. The museum does this with provincial heritage collections and a state maritime archaeological collection. To lead the department and be a member of the Management Team we are looking for a
Head of Knowledge & Collection (36 hours)
The Knowledge and Collection Department consists of fifteen employees who work enthusiastically to preserve Flevoland’s provincial heritage collections and national maritime archaeological collection as well as possible and make them accessible for presentation and research. They do this through, among other things, depot management, conservation and restoration of objects, research into the collection and telling the story of the maritime history of the Netherlands with, in particular, the province of Flevoland as the largest shipwreck graveyard on dry land in the world.
As Head of Knowledge and Collection you will develop policy and lead a team of specialists. You will ensure efficient implementation of collection and research policies and work on innovative projects. Important tasks:
Lead the department, including coaching and motivating employees.
Establish and implement strategic collection and research policies.
Manage budget and realize annual plans.
Contribute to exhibitions, publications and knowledge sharing.
Represent Batavialand within networks and with stakeholders.
Writing project applications and realizing fundraising.

Academic work and thinking level (history/archaeology, supplemented by documentary information science or similar).
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in collections and science and 3-5 years as a manager.
Experience with publications, project-based work and fundraising.
Knowledge of digital strategies and relevant software.
Strong skills in leadership, coaching, communication and results orientation.
Excellent command of Dutch and English.

A challenging position within a unique organization that combines museum and knowledge center.
The opportunity to develop innovative collection and research policies.
An inspiring work environment with committed colleagues.
Working conditions according to the Museum collective bargaining agreement.
The position is classified in scale 13 depending on knowledge and experience. The salary is minimum € 4,784 and maximum € 6,853 gross per month for a 36-hour work week.
We also offer a year-end bonus of 3.4%, a vacation allowance of 8% and a travel allowance. The appointment will initially be for a period of one year.

For substantive information, please contact Ms. Willy van der Most, Head of Knowledge and Collection at 06 10910446.
An assessment may be part of the procedure. References will be checked in consultation.
We believe that diversity promotes broad vision and better decision-making. Engagement and respect for cultural differences contribute to our goals. We invite everyone to apply. Want to apply? Then email You can apply until February 1, 2025.
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