Facilitator Visitor Engagement Team Members

Location: The Irish Museum of Modern Art, based in what was the Royal Hospital Kilmainham,

1x Permanent Full Time Contract of Employment : Facilitator Visitor Engagement Team (Ref Vet 01)

1x Permanent Part Time Contract of Employment : Facilitator Engagement Team (Ref Vet 02)

1x Fulltime Fixed Term Contract of Employment : Facilitator Visitor Engagement Team (Ref Vet 03)

Background The Irish Museum of Modern Art, based in what was the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, an extraordinary 17th century building, set upon a hilltop of 48 acres overlooking the river Liffey, is a witness to at least a millennium of change. All of which feeds into our contemporary thinking and commitment to celebrate this remarkable site. At IMMA we have begun to create a space unique with contemporary culture. This is a space where local and global connect, a space where contemporary art and contemporary life meet, challenge and inspire one another.

Role Purpose: To actively contribute to the delivery of an internationally recognised Visitor Experience that creates engaging opportunities for audiences of all ages to interact with IMMA, in conjunction with the Head of Audiences and Development. To work with the Engagement and Learning team to research, plan, facilitate and deliver programmes, working to IMMA’s Engagement and Learning Department’s priorities and objectives. To provide a safe environment for all visitors and employees through due diligence and ensuring that the museum, its property, assets and environs are kept secure under the direction of the Head of Security and Facilities

Requirements Essential • Qualification in and knowledge of the visual arts, museum education or related fields • Experience of working in a Visitor focused environment and confident in dealing with challenging customers. • Interest and engagement with contemporary art • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team • Ability to work under pressure and multi-task • Ability in working with vulnerable groups • Confident in asserting themselves when dealing with emergencies such as fire evacuation • Empathetic and capable of understanding a range of visitor’s needs, particularly in more challenging situations. • Must enjoy working as part of a friendly and interpersonal team • Fluency in another language is desirable.

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