Museum Director

DEADLINE ENDED

Note: This post was translated from Spanish

Director – Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias

Institution: Public Foundation “Regional Center for Fine Arts of Asturias”
Location: Oviedo/Uviéu, Spain
Application Deadline: April 25, 2025
Start Date: Upon appointment

The Public Foundation “Regional Center for Fine Arts of Asturias” invites applications for the position of **Director of the Museum of Fine Arts of Asturias** in Oviedo/Uviéu.

The museum promotes access to and engagement with the visual arts and aims to establish a sustainable model based on the values of **integrity, authority, and authenticity**. With over 15,000 works of art, it is one of Spain’s most significant provincial art institutions, featuring collections from figures such as Pedro Masaveu and Plácido Arango, and deposits from the Museo del Prado.

About the Position

Lead the artistic and administrative direction of the museum
Implement decisions from the Board of Governors and its President
Ensure safety and preservation of the cultural heritage housed in the museum
Manage and oversee all museum staff
Develop and execute artistic programs and special exhibitions
Manage acquisitions, conservation plans, and museum archives
Supervise the museum’s permanent collection and presentation strategies

Eligibility

Legally eligible to work in Spain and under 65 years of age
No physical or mental impediments to fulfilling the role
No prior disciplinary dismissal or disqualification from public service
University degree relevant to cultural management and art history (14th–21st centuries)

Required Experience

Leadership in cultural institutions or museums
Research experience in the arts
Proven record in curating temporary exhibitions
Expertise in Spanish, international, and Asturian art (14th–21st centuries)
Project management and experience in collaborative cultural networks
Strong background in budget, personnel, and fundraising management
Fluency in Spanish and English, both spoken and written

Remuneration & Benefits

Leadership role in one of Spain’s key cultural institutions
Support from a highly experienced museum board
Opportunity to shape the future of a major public art collection
Engagement with regional, national, and international cultural networks

Application Requirements

Completed application form (Annex I)
Curriculum Vitae detailing education, experience, publications, and professional activities
Consent for data processing (Annex II)
Updated work history certificate (vida laboral)
Declaration confirming no disqualification from public office

Applications must be submitted preferably as a single PDF file to informacion@museobbaa.com or by certified mail to:

Museo de Bellas Artes de Asturias
C/ Santa Ana 1-3
33003 Oviedo/Uviéu, Spain

Selection Process

Conducted by a committee composed of:
- Two members of the museum’s Board of Governors
- Five external museum professionals
- One secretary
Phase 1: Evaluation of submitted qualifications (max. 29.5 points)
Phase 2: Written submission of a project proposal for the museum’s direction (max. 30 points, min. 15 to pass)
Phase 3: Interview and presentation of the proposal (max. 20 points)
The selected candidate will be nominated by decree of the Government Council of the Principality of Asturias