Mō mātou | About us Tāmaki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana.
Auckland War Memorial Museum: Connecting through sharing stories of people, lands and seas.
Auckland Museum is a much-loved culture and heritage organisation at the heart of Auckland's identity, committed to outstanding management of its world-class collections, developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibition, events, educational programmes and the permanent and volunteer staff who tell the Museum's stories. We are Auckland's home of commemoration as well as the country’s oldest research institution and a major tourist destination.
Job Description
Mō te tūranga | About the role
We are seeking an experienced professional to support copyright compliance and image research ensuring our collections are used legally and ethically across all collecting areas. These services are a vehicle for our collections being used for personal and professional research, publications, exhibitions and community engagement both internally and externally.
The role also supports a wide range of internal functions within the Museum. The service helps facilitate the work of Collections and Research more generally, Marketing and Communications, Digital, Exhibitions, Learning & Public Programs and the Gallery Refreshment program of work.
The Museum is a bicultural workplace and the person in this role will uphold the principles of He Korahi Māori and Teu Le Vā.
Desired Skills and Experience
Ō pūmanawa | What you will bring
To be successful in this role, you will offer the following knowledge, skills, competencies and experience in these areas:
A Tertiary qualification in the fields of Museum Studies, Library and Information management is essential
Māori and Pacific studies or History, or suitable experience in a field relevant to the Museum’s activities is highly advantageous
Proven understanding of the legislative and cultural frameworks pertaining to the release, use and protection of digital content and collection items
Strong knowledge and skills associated with digital collection information and databases
Te Reo Māori, Tikanga Māori is highly advantageous
Proven frontline customer service skills
Sound research and reference skills are highly advantageous
Ability to build high trust/effective relationships and to work collegially with stakeholders, researchers and members of the public
Understanding processes and structures related to collection management in a museum context
Proven computer efficiency and intermediate experience with research databases
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
Flexible work arrangements to enhance your work and home life
Availability to purchase additional annual leave
An award-winning wellbeing programme including free membership with Boost app and Myeveryday wellbeing
An active social club which is part of the fabric of Museum life
Life insurance from your first day and discounted Health Insurance
Free museum membership and other staff discounts
Discounted onsite parking
Accredited by Rainbow tick
Check out our benefits page to find out more about why we love working here.
Tono mai i tēnei rā! | Apply today!
Closing Date: Sunday 25 January 2026 You must be eligible to currently work in New Zealand to be considered for this permanent position. Please view the position description here or select the apply button to view on the seek platform. Starting salary guide: $70,000 to $73,000 per annum, dependant on relevant qualifications and experience.
Auckland Museum offers a rich and fulfilling work life where we embrace diversity and nurture our bicultural capability as demonstrated in our Teu le Va and He Korahi Maori strategies. We also offer a range of great benefits such as flexible work and leave and an award-winning wellbeing programme.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of a fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories, reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific.
He Oranga Tangata ka ao
Enriching lives. Inspiring discoveries
