Head of Henry Moore Collections & Exhibitions

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10am Friday 13th November 2015.
INTERVIEWS: Monday 23rd November at Perry Green, East Hertfordshire.

The Henry Moore Foundation was established by Henry Moore during his lifetime in 1977 and is the largest artist-endowed grant-giving foundation in Europe. Founded ‘to advance the education of the public by the promotion of their appreciation of the Fine Arts and, in particular, the works of Henry Moore’, the primary objectives of the Foundation are to preserve Moore’s legacy at his home in Perry Green in Hertfordshire and through exhibitions of the Henry Moore Collections worldwide; to support the study of sculpture and research at the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds; and to award grants to sculpture and other artistic and educational projects in the UK and abroad.

The Foundation is entering a dynamic phase of its development following the recent appointment of Director, Godfrey Worsdale, and looking forward to the opening of new archive and visitor facilities at Henry Moore Studios and Gardens, Perry Green, East Hertfordshire.

The successful candidate for the postition of Head of Collections & Exhibitions will be an experienced curator with a strong scholarly interest in the work of Henry Moore and sculpture generally. They will work with the Director to develop a vision of Moore that inspires and informs a range of contemporary audiences, creating a programme of exhibitions, displays and published material that realises this ambition at Perry Green, nationally and internationally. The post-holder will have an excellent knowledge of collections management and archives, including conservation, and flair to spearhead the new Henry Moore Archive. Leading the curatorial team, they will bring an excellent track record in people management and negotiation skills, coupled with an enthusiasm to deliver results.

If you are interested in this position and, having read the job specification, you have the credentials to meet the requirements of the role, we would be delighted to receive an application from you. Links to the recruitment pack and application form can be found on the right.

Please visit the website for more details.