Art Studio Attendant (UM 14) (1 position)
Qualifications and Attributes
Applicants must be those with experience in the art, ceramics, and pottery industries, including art galleries. Holders of a minimum of Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE), plus experience in painting and drawing, sculpture, or ceramics production, processes and entrepreneurship at a recognised institution will have an added advantage. Knowledge of working with paints, crafts, pottery products, on the potter’s wheel, in electric kilns, and in raw material processing is desirable.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Art Studio Attendant’s duties include the following:
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General cleaning and organisation of the ceramic and art studios.
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Collection and storage of waste clay materials, feldspar and silica sand, among other raw materials.
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Storage and display of student and staff artworks.
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Maintaining studio hygiene at all times.
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Ensuring the security of all studio products and spaces.
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Controlling student work schedules and ensuring adequate production of raw materials under the supervision of the Technician and Ceramic Assistants.
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Support in making of moulds, operating carving tools, making vases, and other decorative items.
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Arrange artworks for exhibitions in support of students and staff.
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Organize shelves, drawers, studio cabinets, and galleries for orderly storage and displays of artworks.
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Mobilize and convey items for firing at the kilns when required.
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Any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor and course lecturers from time to time.
Application letter should clearly state the position being applied for, accompanied by relevant copies of certificates, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including the names of three traceable referees, and, where available, a statement of the candidate’s teaching and research agenda and samples of publications.
The application package should be sent to:
The Registrar
University of Malawi
P. O. Box 280
ZOMBA
Or
Email: vacancies@unima.ac.mw not later than 11TH April, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.