ARCHIVIST

SAHETI School is an independent, co-educational, English-medium school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, whilst promoting the values and ethos of Hellenism. The school is situated in Bedfordview, Johannesburg.

We are seeking a suitably experienced and organised Archivist to manage, preserve, catalogue and promote the Maria Katrakis South African Hellenic Archives and the School’s historical collections. The successful candidate will work closely with the Archives Committee to support research access, database reconstruction, digitisation and educational engagement.

Experience Level

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• Maintaining the Archives environment, including regular checks for temperature, humidity, cleanliness, mould, pests and deterioration, and keeping inspection logs;
• Reconstructing and maintaining the archival database and accurately cataloguing and inventorying collections;
• Digitising archival materials and maintaining secure, accessible electronic records;
• Developing and maintaining archival donation forms, recording all donations accurately and obtaining donor signatures;
• Checking incoming donations for contamination or deterioration and promptly reporting concerns to the Archives Convenor;
• Providing controlled, logged access and assistance to authorised researchers and visitors;
• Supporting exhibitions, learner activities and projects that promote the Archives within the School and Hellenic community;
• Liaising with the Archives Committee, providing progress reports and implementing approved archival procedures;
• Following the Archive Policy Handbook and recommending amendments for Committee approval where appropriate;
• Obtaining quotations for required equipment or external services and submitting them for approval before commitments are made.

Qualifications and experience:

• A relevant qualification in Archival Studies, Records Management, Library and Information Science, Museum Studies, History, Heritage Studies or a related field, or demonstrable equivalent archival experience;
• Practical experience in archives, museum collections, heritage collections or records management;
• Experience in cataloguing, classification, documentation and the systematic organisation of records;
• Computer literacy and the ability to maintain electronic records and databases;
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.

Advantageous:

• Prior archival experience involving Hellenic and/or school archives;
• Knowledge of South African Hellenic history, culture and heritage;
• Ability to read or interpret Greek-language historical material;
• Experience with archival digitisation, database reconstruction and preservation standards.

Qualities:

• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and research skills;
• High standards of confidentiality, integrity and professional conduct;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a committee and school stakeholders;
• A commitment to preserving and promoting Hellenic and school heritage.