Collection Assistant x4 at Iziko Museums SA

Collection Assistant x4 at Iziko Museums SA

COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT X4

Iziko Museums of South Africa are African museums of excellence that empower and inspire all people to celebrate and respect our diverse heritage

We are seeking to appoint motivated employees in the following positions:

COLLECTIONS & DIGITISATION DEPARTMENT

1.COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT – (Five months fixed-term contract positions, which may be extended depending on funding) – 4 positions

Basic Salary: R 19 218.00 per month, plus benefits
Job Grade: 13

Requirements: Grade 12/BSc or equivalent  Ideal: Relevant 3 year degree/diploma in relevant field of study  Proven experience in working with natural history museum specimens/collections  Proven experience in working with the Specify database or similar database  Computer literacy in Microsoft 365  A valid driver’s license is not a requirement but may be an advantage Key Responsibilities include: Assist with the maintenance of collection data, including the development of inventories, stocktaking, and other clerical tasks  Assist with packing, unpacking, and moving of collections material under the supervision of Collections Managers  Provide general assistance in storage areas  Clean material in storage and on display under the supervision of the Collections Manager  Assist in the preparation, accessioning, and registration of new specimens and objects as required.

Competencies Required: Thinking Skills  Ownership  Teamwork  Communication  Planning & Organising  Building & Maintaining relationships  Patience and endurance  Integrity  Stress Tolerance  Adaptability  Technical and/or Professional Knowledge and Skills

APPLICATIONS

A Cover letter of application including a detailed CV with at least two contactable referees and certified copies of identity document and certificates must be e-mailed to the Human Resources Department. Clearly quoting the position and department in the subject line to recruitment@iziko.org.za , Applications received after the closing of 11 September 2026 at 4pm will not be considered. Enquiries to be directed to HR Department (021) 481 3984. 

Kindly note, Iziko will correspond only with short-listed candidates and will do so within twomonths of the closing date. 

Iziko is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse workforce. Preference will be given to candidates who promote representivity within Iziko in terms of the Employment Equity Act. 

Iziko reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions.

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