Job Description

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• Build Gallery\'s Library collection and resources through collaborations with curators, artists, artist families, art collectors, libraries, archives and galleries in Singapore and the region
• Maintain holdings of the library, which includes fumigation, conservation, meta-data creation, accessioning, cataloguing, research and digitisation
• Manage library operations online and on the ground at the Rotunda including shelving, managing front of house and equipment as well as handling enquiries from staff and external researchers about the holdings of Library & Archives
• Oversee updates and improvements of the online Collections Search Portal (Library component) and, revamp of web content related to Library and Archives, ensuring discoverability and accessibility of our collections, content and offerings
• Work closely with Head, team and curators to identify, seek and evaluate potential acquisitions mainly through purchase and donation of materials to Library & Archives
• Facilitate exchange of Gallery\'s publications with key library partners in Singapore and oversees to raise the profile of Gallery\'s publications and ensure Gallery\'s publications are accessible to a wide group of researchers around the world
• Develop and implement best practices and professional standards through ensuring proper guidelines/ SOPs and documentation of unit\'s functions and processes
• Identify and recommend resources and archival materials aligned with Gallery\'s curatorial vision (research and exhibitions)
• Work closely with colleagues across divisions, vendors and IHLs to encourage and expand use and access to the Library and Archives collections
• Assist Head in developing sustainable strategies and policies for the overall collection building, conservation and access of Library and Archives\' holdings
• Steward financial processes and utilisation of budget
• Train, supervise and manage interns and volunteers
• Assist Head in developing and administering of new programmes such as Research Fellowship
• Handle ad-hoc assignments as and when required

Qualifications:

• Degree in Art History/ Humanities/ Social Sciences/ Library or Information Sciences /Museum Studies/ area studies such as Southeast Asian studies. Masters\' degree in any of the above is a plus
• Expertise and experience in developing and operating library management system and databases (eg Spydus & WorldCat), RFID system, as well as other library systems are required
• 4 or more years of working experience in a reference library and archives role
• Willingness to travel to Southeast Asia for the purpose of building up overall collection
• Effectively bilingual (i.e. to read and input texts in 2 languages); Fluency in Southeast Asian languages would be advantageous
• Experience in supervisory role is a plus
• Excellent organisational, communications and interpersonal skills
• Possess service-oriented mindset and disposition
• Able to work independently as well as be a team player where needed
• Good research, writing, communication, financial and administrative skills
• Other skills: Microsoft Word, Excel

About Us:National Gallery Singapore is a leading visual arts institution which oversees the world\'s largest public collection of Singapore and Southeast Asian modern art. Situated at the birthplace of modern Singapore, in the heart of the Civic District, the Gallery is housed in two national monuments - City Hall and former Supreme Court - that have been beautifully restored and transformed into this exciting 64,000 square metre venue. Reflecting Singapore\'s unique heritage and geographical location, the Gallery aims to be a progressive museum that creates dialogues between the art of Singapore, Southeast Asia and the world to foster and inspire a creative and inclusive society. This is reflected in our collaborative research, education, long-term and special exhibitions, and innovative programming. The Gallery also works with international museums such as Centre Pompidou, Muse d\'Orsay, Tate Britain, National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo (MOMAT) and National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Korea (MMCA), to jointly present Southeast Asian art in the global context, positioning Singapore as a key node in the global visual arts scene.In 2020, the Gallery was the only museum in Southeast Asia that received a ranking in The Art Newspaper\'s annual global survey of attendance at art museums, taking 20th place. In 2018, the Gallery was also the first museum in Asia to receive the Children in Museums Award by the European Museum Academy and Hands On! International Association of Children in Museums. It also won the awards for Best Theme Attraction at TTG Travel Awards 2017, Best Attraction Experience, Breakthrough Contribution to Tourism and Best Customer Service (Attractions) at the prestigious Singapore Tourism Awards in 2016 for its role in adding to the vibrancy of Singapore\'s tourism landscape.We offer job opportunities in our dynamic organisation. Working at the Gallery enhances and cultivates your love for the arts, and offers you a chance to be part of the Gallery\'s vision.OUR PEOPLEAt National Gallery Singapore, we develop cultural leaders who make the world better. Our people are united by a shared belief in the power and necessity of art, and work together to create meaningful experiences for our visitors.

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