2621-Archivists and Curators

Job Title: 

Archivists and Curators

Job Description: 

Archivists and curators collect, appraise and ensure the safekeeping and preservation of the contents of archives, artefacts and records of historical, cultural, administrative and artistic interest, and of art and other objects. They plan, devise and implement systems for the safekeeping of records and historically valuable documents.

Tasks: 

Appraising and acquiring archival materials to build and develop an archival collection for research purpose

Linked Education ( CESM Codes ) : 

2005 - Museology/Museum Studies
2004 - Library Science/Librarianship

Specific Occupations: 

262101 - Archivist
Description : Analyses and documents records, and plans and organises systems and procedures for the safekeeping of records and historically valuable documents.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Archives Analyst, Archives Officer, Archives Technician, Books Technician, Document Restorer, Film Archivist, Legal Archivist, Manuscripts Archivist, Parliamentary Archivist, Preservation Manager, Preservation Technician

262102 - Gallery or Museum Curator
Description : Plans and organises a museum or gallery collection by drafting collection policies and arranging acquisitions of pieces.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Curatorial Services Manager, Exhibitions Technician, Museum Registrar

262103 - Conservator
Description : Plans and organises the conservation of materials and objects in libraries, archives, museums, art galleries and other institutions.
Green Occupation : No
Green Skill : NoTrade : No
Specializations : Art Conservator

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Source Of Info: 

Source : Organising Framework for Occupations (OFO) 2013, Department of Higher Education and Training, Republic of South Africa