[Bcma-l] Job Posting - Canadian Museum of Civilization

bcma-l@museumsassn.bc.ca bcma-l@museumsassn.bc.ca
Fri, 11 May 2007 10:11:24 -0700


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Hello,

We would be thankful if you could please post for free this job 
opportunity in the designated areas or take the liberty of circulating 
this offer within your organization.

Thank you in advance!

Linda Labelle
Conseillère en ressources humaines
Division des ressources humaines
Société du Musée canadien des civilisations
(819) 776-8322
linda.labelle@civilisations.ca
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CANADIAN MUSEUM OF CIVILIZATION

EXPLORE A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

The Canadian Museum of Civilization (CMC) is recognized as one of the 
premier cultural institutions in Canada. Based in the National Capital 
Region, the CMC houses more than 3.75 million artefacts of history, 
archaeology, folk culture, ethnology and various other areas of study. 
The CMC promotes a greater understanding of Canadian identity, history 
and culture, and disseminates its knowledge throughout Canada and the 
world. In order to enhance its reputation for excellence, the Canadian 
Museum of

Civilization is seeking a…

DIRECTOR GENERAL, RESEARCH AND COLLECTIONS

Responsibilities and Challenges

Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, you will be 
accountable for the management and development of all activities 
pertaining to research and collections. In support of the mission of the 
CMC, you will lead a team of dedicated researchers and professionals as 
well as review, develop and implement strategic direction and policies. 
As a member of the senior management team, you will also act as an 
ambassador of the CMC at events and conferences.

Ideal Profile – you have:

• A Ph.D. in Social Sciences or a relevant field of study;

• Broad experience in the arts or cultural management;

• Broad knowledge of museum policies and procedures for the acquisition 
and care of objects and artefacts;

• Outstanding management, leadership and organizational skills;

• Research and publication experience;

• The ability to work in a complex, diverse and unionized environment;

• Strategic initiative and intellectual sharpness.

For more information on this position, please visit the Kenniff & Racine 
website at www.kenniffracine.com <http://www.kenniffracine.com/>. 
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a résumé with a cover letter 
explaining interest in this position to 07040207121@kenniffracine.com 
<mailto:07040207121@kenniffracine.com>. All information received will be 
treated in the strictest of confidence.

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