Collections Manager and Senior Registrar

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Role: Collections Manager & Senior Registrar

Location: IMMA, Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin 8

Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 August 2025

Interview dates: End of August 2025

Commencement Date: September 2025

Applications should be submitted via https://imma.bamboohr.com/careers/59

Please refer to the following link for the full role profile https://imma.ie/about/jobs-opportunities/current-vacancies/collections-manager-senior-registrar/

About IMMA

The Irish Museum of Modern Art, based in what was the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, an extraordinary 17 th century building, set upon a hilltop of 48 acres overlooking the river Liffey, is a witness to at least a millennium of change.All of which feeds into our contemporary thinking and commitment to celebrate this remarkable site.At IMMA we have begun to create a space unique with contemporary culture.This is a space where local and global connect, a space where contemporary art and contemporary life meet, challenge and inspire one another.

Role Overview

This is a pivotal management position responsible for the care, documentation, and accessibility of IMMA's 4,500+ artworks and growing archival material. You'll lead the rollout of our new Collections Management System (Qi), support digital access initiatives, and play a key role in shaping the future of IMMA's Global Learning & Research Centre (GLRC).

Key Responsibilities

·Lead registration, documentation, and logistics for loans, displays, and conservation.

·Oversee the implementation of Qi and ensure best-practice standards in collections care.

·Manage budgets, audits, and reporting for conservation and storage.

·Support strategic planning, policy development, and MSPI accreditation.

·Line-manage the Preventative Conservation Coordinator and supervise/mentor interns and fellows.

The successful candidate will have:

·A third-level qualification in Museum Studies or a related field.

·Extensive experience in a registrar or collections management role.

·Proficiency in CMS platforms (e.g., TMS, MuseumPlus) and digital tools.

·Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

·A commitment to public service values, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Why Work with IMMA?

·Generous Annual Leave: 29 days per year, plus public holidays.

·Job Security: Permanent role with structured salary progression.

·Blended Working: Progressive and flexible work arrangements where possible.

·Career Development: Opportunities for growth through mentoring, coaching, training, and progression within the public sector.

·Learning & Networking: Access to training, sectoral conferences, and professional networks.

·Employee Wellbeing: Dedicated Wellbeing Committee and Employee Assistance Programme.

·Inclusive Culture: A values-based workplace committed to diversity, equity, dignity, and respect.

·Unique Work Environment: Work in a serene, historic 17th-century building surrounded by 48 acres of meadows and gardens – a green oasis in the heart of Dublin City.

·Additional Perks: Free parking, secure bike sheds, and opportunities to attend special events and exhibitions.

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• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionAccounting/Auditing and Finance
• IndustriesMuseums, Historical Sites, and Zoos

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