Head of Programming, Collection and Research at S.M.A.K.
Job description
As Head of Programming, Collection and Research, you will play a key role in shaping the museum's artistic direction. You will translate the museum's mission into a powerful and coherent policy on exhibition programming, collection management and research. You will work closely with the general director, be part of the management team and lead the five-person team of curators and collection experts. You report to the general director. You pay particular attention to cross-disciplinary collaboration within the museum.
You are responsible for the museum's artistic programme (exhibitions, lectures, performances, screenings, etc.): you outline the artistic policy and are responsible for planning and monitoring the artistic programme.
You are responsible for collection and museum-related research and publication policy.
You oversee the implementation of the policy plan and actively participate in the acquisition committee.
You explore and initiate collaborations at local, national and international level and build up a relevant network that you actively use for the museum.
You draw up policy plans and subsidy applications with an eye for content quality, inclusion and financial feasibility.
You manage the budget and planning of the activities within your team and actively seek additional funding opportunities.
You will lead and coach your team with attention to workload, cooperation and a results-oriented approach. You will encourage an open, collegial and people-oriented working atmosphere.
You will organise the work of your team and monitor it in terms of content, organisation and finances. You will regularly evaluate efficiency and propose improvements.
You will oversee complex projects and know how to tackle them in a structured and solution-oriented manner.
You monitor the quality of the results and ensure that the artistic vision is carefully implemented.
You work closely with other teams within the museum and actively contribute to an inclusive and diverse museum operation.
You communicate fluently in Dutch and English. Knowledge of French or other languages is an advantage.
You have a deep affinity with contemporary art and the museum landscape.
What on offer?
Full-time employment for an indefinite period at A (A4a – A4b) level;
An attractive salary: gross monthly starting salary from £4,917 (2 years' experience), £5,571 (10 years' experience), £6,358 (20 years' experience), with relevant seniority taken into account;
A varied job with lots of personal contact and plenty of responsibility;
The opportunity to take control of your career and further develop your talent;
Meal vouchers worth £8 per day worked;
Eco vouchers (€200 per year);
An attractive second pension pillar
Full reimbursement of public transport costs or a generous bicycle allowance
Free hospitalisation insurance;
End-of-year bonus;
An attractive leave arrangement: 35 days of leave;
Hundreds of benefits and discounts through our social services
The possibility of teleworking and flexible working hours;
The place of employment is Jan Hoetplein 1, 9000 Ghent.
Terms and conditions of participation
You have two years of relevant professional (project) management experience and (within the past five years) two years of relevant professional experience in the broad field of contemporary art. This experience may have been gained in various positions. At the start of the contract, you must meet the general conditions.
Application Deadline: 1 September 2025.
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