About the Role

Are you passionate about working in a purpose-driven museum that’s mission is to amplify the voices of Holocaust survivors, to inspire the next generations to combat racism, discrimination and antisemitism?

We are seeking a Manager of Exhibitions and Storytelling who is responsible for the delivery of meaningful onsite and online exhibitions to engage a wide range of visitors through dynamic curation and compelling storytelling. The role plays a pivotal role in crafting and presenting powerful narratives that honour the experiences of Holocaust survivors and victims as well as caring for the Museum’s collections.

The Manager of Exhibitions and Storytelling collaborates with and manages MHM curators, librarians and collections assistants to ensure that exhibitions are both historically accurate and emotionally impactful, fostering empathy and understanding among diverse audiences.

The role requires a passion for audiences, attention to detail and a commitment to operating in a team environment.

About You

You have:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Archival/Museum/Curatorial Studies or similar and at least 3 years’ professional experience in similar role

Knowledge of Holocaust history, or World War II history (desirable)

Experience in championing storytelling as an audience-engagement approach within a museum context

Knowledge of best practice in the management of museum collections

Experience leading a team

Effective people and project management skills

You are:

Passionate about joining an organisation committed to combating racism, antisemitism, and discrimination in the community

Able to adhere to strict deadlines and budgets

An organised and experienced project manager with the ability to handle unexpected situations

Understanding of cultural sensitivities related to archival and testimony collections

An excellent communicator with strong attention to details skills

Able to create and nurture relationships with a variety of different stakeholders, both within and outside your organisation

About Us

The Melbourne Holocaust Museum (MHM) is Australia’s largest institution solely dedicated to Holocaust education, research, and remembrance, fostering the values of respect and acceptance of difference.

Established by Holocaust survivors in 1984, the MHM is an award-winning museum and research centre, showcasing two permanent exhibitions and a diverse rotation of special exhibitions. Annually our education programs are attended by over 25,000 students, we hold over 100 events, and welcome thousands of local and international visitors.

The MHM Collection holds more than 1,300 survivor testimonies and 12,000 historical

Our Values

Authentic - We are true to ourselves and each other.

Community Minded - Our work is for the community and supported by the community.

Ambitious - We take our mission seriously and are driven to be successful.

Courteous - As we teach respect, we need to show it every day.

Collaborative - We create a supportive workplace that encourages teamwork.

Child Safety

Melbourne Holocaust Museum is committed to the safety and protection of children and young people. All candidates undergo screening and assessment against the Child Safety Standards as part of the recruitment process as well as other verifications and checks.

As part of MHM’s commitment to children and young people safety and wellbeing the successful applicant is required to have a current Working with Children Check and all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a current National Police Check.

How to Apply

Apply via SEEK

Include (1) an up-to-date resume and (2) a cover letter setting out (a) why this role appeals to you, (b) the qualities, skills, experience you will bring to the role and (c) your current working rights in Australia.

Please submit your applications by 5pm Sunday 18th May 2025.

Note, applications will not be reviewed until the week of 19 – 23rd May 2025, with phone and face to face interviews expected to be conducted between 26th May and 11th June 2025 (subject to change)

To request a copy of the position description, email [email protected] with subject line “Attention People & Culture Coordinator | Manager of Exhibitions and Storytelling”