Overview
- Organisation: Human Activities
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Application Deadline: 11 August 2024
- Work Hours: 24-32 hours per week
About Human Activities Human Activities is an art institute founded by artist Renzo Martens. The institute aims to demonstrate that art addressing economic inequality can tangibly redress inequality. The work spans art, film, ecology, and regenerative agriculture. Based in Amsterdam, the organization collaborates internationally. In partnership with the Congolese organization le Cercle d’Art des Travailleurs de Plantation Congolaise (CATPC), Human Activities develops an ecological, inclusive post-plantation model, funded by art. The White Cube museum in Lusanga, DRC, was opened in 2017. CATPC and Renzo Martens represent the Netherlands in this year’s Venice Biennale.
Responsibilities
- Support two Project Coordinators in coordinating projects within the White Cube museum program.
- Coordinate international exhibitions and screenings in collaboration with CATPC and their gallery.
- Manage international travel arrangements for artists.
- Archive and organize images, videos, and press articles.
- Create and publish social media content.
- Update and improve websites.
- Tasks may be adjusted based on interests and project availability.
Requirements
- Affinity or connection with Congo, Africa, or the global south.
- Enthusiasm for the tasks and mission.
- Proficiency in social media.
- Residence in or near Amsterdam.
- Excellent command of English; basic French is preferred.
Benefits
- Experience working in an internationally operating organization with diverse activities and an idealistic cause.
- Internship allowance.
- Mentorship from the organization.
- Flexible hours, duration, and start date of the internship can be discussed.
Application Process Send a CV and motivation letter to Jil Kugener at jil@humanactivities.org by 11 August 2024. For questions, use the same email address
Photo credit: Opening White Cube, 22 April 2017 © Thomas Nolf
