Collections Information Digitisation Volunteer
If you are looking at gaining experience working in records management and digitisation or have a passion for history then this is the role for you. As a Collections Information Digitisation Volunteer you will learn how to digitise documents and make them accessible. You will also ensure that the records are accurate according to the museums procedures. Overall, this role will help you to develop an understanding about digitisation as well as information security.
About this Opportunity
What is the role?
The Collection and Research Team at RAF Museum London holds a significant amount of paper-based records relating to the Museum’s collections, ranging from provenance information, details of past conservation treatments, and historical correspondence. While securely stored, digitising these records will produce many benefits. These include making them more accessible for the Museum’s own team, enabling questions from our audiences to be more easily answered and helping to ensure their longer-term preservation.
What will I be doing?
Tasks may involve:
- Scanning of correspondence files and Museum forms
- Ensuring accurate records for the image files are kept according to the Museum’s file structure
- Reviewing existing digital documentation and records to make them accessible
- Developing an understanding of information security and GDPR
- Developing an understanding of museum sector practices and procedures
This role is perfect for you if you…
- Possess good IT Skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
- Can operate a scanner
- Have the ability to work methodically, with good accuracy and attention to detail
- Have the ability to work independently
- Have an interest in history and/or heritage
- Have an interest in records management
How much time would I need to commit?
One full day or half day, ideally once a week, between 10.00 and 16.00 at the RAF Museum London.
What’s in it for me?
- Become part of a great team of volunteers and staff
- Gaining experience of records management and behind the scenes insight for how Museums work
- Meet new people and have new experiences
- Utilise discounts in gift shop and café,
- Free access to the Flight Zone and similar attractions on site,
- Travel expenses reimbursed up to £14.50 per day, in line with our policy,
- Free entry to a wide selection of other museum and heritage sites and exhibitions nationwide
How can I get involved?
Apply online here. Contact [email protected] or call 020 8205 2266 and ask to speak to a member of the Volunteering Team.
If you have questions or need assistance with your application please get in touch.
What happens next?
Suitable applicants will be invited to have an informal chat with the line manager.
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About the Organisation
Royal Air Force Museum
Our purpose is to tell the story of the Royal Air Force through its people and collections. For our visitors, we make our collections and the RAF story relevant and stimulating For current and former RAF personnel and their families we preserve, honour and share the stories of their service For our nation we help people to understand the impact of the RAF in the worldWith a world-class aircraft collection, integrated with special exhibitions, films, interactives, artwork, engines, missiles, photographs, uniforms, medals and research and education facilities, the Museum takes an innovative approach while keeping with tradition.
