Multi-Site Museum & Heritage Manager

Aim Museums; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local heritage organization is looking for a Manager to oversee the Felixstowe Museum and Landguard Fort. This is a full-time, permanent position that involves managing day-to-day operations, duty management, and enhancing visitor experience across two heritage sites. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in facilities management, and a background in museum operations. Flexible working arrangements, including weekends, are available.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are required.
• Experience in cash handling, budgeting, and administration is preferred.
• Understanding of Health and Safety is necessary.
• Experience working in a museum environment is essential.
• Knowledge of museum accreditation processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and emergency preparedness.
• Manage visitor experience at both locations effectively.
• Collaborate with Trustees to achieve the museum's objectives.
• Manage facilities at both Felixstowe Museum and Landguard Fort.

Skills

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication

Stakeholder relations

Interpersonal abilities

Familiarity with volunteer management best practices

Experience in cash handling

Budgeting and administration

Understanding of Health and Safety

Experience towards commercial targets

Facilities management in museums/heritage

Working in visitor experience and tourism

Job description

A local heritage organization is looking for a Manager to oversee the Felixstowe Museum and Landguard Fort. This is a full-time, permanent position that involves managing day-to-day operations, duty management, and enhancing visitor experience across two heritage sites. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in facilities management, and a background in museum operations. Flexible working arrangements, including weekends, are available.