Exhibitions Officer (Harare) - National Gallery of Zimbabwe

Duties and Responsibilities

Exhibition Installation: Collaborate with the curatorial department to install exhibitions both in-house and externally; Oversee the safe and professional handling of artworks from delivery to installation; Ensure that exhibitions are installed in accordance with curatorial vision and gallery standards; Artwork Management: Receive, register, and document artworks for temporary exhibitions; Secure and handle artworks with care, using appropriate packing and handling techniques; Create and maintain accurate records of artwork movement and condition; Exhibition Planning; Work with the curatorial department to develop long-term exhibition strategies; Create and monitor production and installation schedules for exhibitions; Coordinate with external vendors and contractors as needed; Technical Support: Provide technical support for exhibition installations, including hanging, packing, and framing; Ensure that all necessary equipment and materials are available and in good condition; Administrative Tasks: Process all necessary paperwork related to exhibitions, such as condition reports, damage reports, correspondence with lenders, and storage paperwork; Manage artist databases and client information; Coordinate the rental of gallery spaces for exhibitions.