Curator at Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts (RHA)

Organisation: Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts (RHA)
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Salary: €40,000–€45,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Full-time, three-year fixed-term contract with the option for extension
Working hours: Monday–Friday, with some evening and weekend work as required
Application deadline: 15 November 2026 (rolling applications)

The Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts (RHA) is seeking an enthusiastic Curator to contribute to the development and delivery of its exhibition programme, with a particular focus on contemporary art in Ireland and internationally.

Working closely with the Director and reporting to the Head of Exhibitions, the Curator will support artists, exhibitions and public programming, helping advance the RHA’s role within Ireland’s cultural ecology.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Exhibition Team, coordinate exhibition production and contribute to the RHA’s wider public programme, including digital and other new forms of programming.

About the Role

The RHA is looking for an individual with strong exhibition production, event management and curatorial research skills, alongside a good understanding of contemporary Irish art and its international context.

The role involves working with artists, galleries, lenders, patrons and partner organisations to deliver exhibitions and projects, develop partnerships and engage audiences.

The Curator will also contribute to exhibition interpretation, communications and the management of exhibition sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of exhibitions, projects, events and curatorial programmes.
• Work closely with artists, galleries, lenders, patrons and partner organisations.
• Undertake curatorial research, studio visits, writing, exhibition labelling, text proofreading and interpretation.
• Contribute to the RHA’s public programme and audience engagement activities.
• Manage loan agreements, condition checks, artwork transport and exhibition logistics.
• Support the development of new partnerships and opportunities for artists.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Team to promote exhibitions across social media, the website, press, broadcast and other platforms.
• Manage exhibition sales, particularly for the RHA Ashford Gallery and Annual Exhibition.
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to ensure high-quality project delivery.

Requirements and Qualifications

Applicants should demonstrate:

• A bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Museum Studies, Curating or a transferable field.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience.
• Deep familiarity with contemporary Irish art and its international context.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency with internal communications, Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and project management skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to working in a dynamic organisation.
• Discretion, empathy, autonomy and confidentiality.
• Professional conduct that supports the RHA’s vision, mission, programmes and policies.

Image: Courtesy of Royal Hibernian Academy of Arts.