The National Archives (TNA) is seeking an International Programmes Coordinator to lead the operational delivery of two international research programmes. PASSAGE (Partnership for Atlantic Slavery Scholarship, Archiving and Global Exchange) is a three-year research partnership led by The National Archives and funded by the Lloyd's Register Foundation. It aims to increase, support and promote research into transatlantic slavery through scholarship, archiving and global engagement. The programme includes an international research mobility programme that will centre and support research on transatlantic slavery by scholars from West Africa and the Caribbean. The UK-Saudi Arabia Cultural Fellowships Programme is a forthcoming research initiative developed by The National Archives (UK), the Ministry of Culture of Saudi Arabia, and Effat University in Jeddah. It will fund four Saudi and two UK scholars for a year-long fellowship of historical and cultural research centred on the history of Saudi Arabia and the Arabian Peninsula, using The National Archives'. Fellows will spend a ten-week period in London, and the fellowship will conclude with a symposium held in Saudi Arabia. The postholder will be responsible for internal and external communications and stakeholder liaison, working across cultures to ensure impactful, efficient and compliant delivery of each partnership programme in line with funders' expectations. The postholder will sit within The National Archives' Research, Grants and Academic Engagement department, the central locus for our: 1. Research strategy and delivery 2. Research impact, culture and engagement 3. Grant fundraising, including in our capacity as an Independent Research Organisation 4. Management and assurance of external funding 5. Grant-making to the archives and GLAM sectors The postholder will work as a key member of this growing and vibrant department of around 25 people. The role is a fixed-term appointment until 31 December 2027, subject to extension if further funding is available. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. For full details and to apply, please click the 'Apply' button on this page.
Dec 22, 2025
Full time
The National Archives (TNA) is seeking an International Programmes Coordinator to lead the operational delivery of two international research programmes. PASSAGE (Partnership for Atlantic Slavery Scholarship, Archiving and Global Exchange) is a three-year research partnership led by The National Archives and funded by the Lloyd's Register Foundation. It aims to increase, support and promote research into transatlantic slavery through scholarship, archiving and global engagement. The programme includes an international research mobility programme that will centre and support research on transatlantic slavery by scholars from West Africa and the Caribbean. The UK-Saudi Arabia Cultural Fellowships Programme is a forthcoming research initiative developed by The National Archives (UK), the Ministry of Culture of Saudi Arabia, and Effat University in Jeddah. It will fund four Saudi and two UK scholars for a year-long fellowship of historical and cultural research centred on the history of Saudi Arabia and the Arabian Peninsula, using The National Archives'. Fellows will spend a ten-week period in London, and the fellowship will conclude with a symposium held in Saudi Arabia. The postholder will be responsible for internal and external communications and stakeholder liaison, working across cultures to ensure impactful, efficient and compliant delivery of each partnership programme in line with funders' expectations. The postholder will sit within The National Archives' Research, Grants and Academic Engagement department, the central locus for our: 1. Research strategy and delivery 2. Research impact, culture and engagement 3. Grant fundraising, including in our capacity as an Independent Research Organisation 4. Management and assurance of external funding 5. Grant-making to the archives and GLAM sectors The postholder will work as a key member of this growing and vibrant department of around 25 people. The role is a fixed-term appointment until 31 December 2027, subject to extension if further funding is available. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. For full details and to apply, please click the 'Apply' button on this page.
Have you successfully led marketing and external communications within a complex organisation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in this critical role to help us shape how we present The National Archives to the world. One of our four strategic objectives for is to grow the profile of this unique and complex institution. We hold and create access to 1000 years of the nation's history and ensure preservation of the digital present for the future. From driving audiences to our ever more successful exhibitions, consolidating our growing brand, promoting our role in democracy and highlighting the multi-faceted work of the organisation, you will join us at an exciting time. The Head of Marketing and External Communications will lead and deliver a comprehensive strategy to enhance The National Archives' (TNA) visibility, reputation and impact across the UK and globally. This role will spearhead how TNA tells its story digitally and physically to diverse audiences, ensure digital transformation is central to communications, will amplify how TNA connects with communities through its national engagement and exhibitions and will substantially increase public awareness of TNA and its work. We are looking for a dynamic, inspiring and experienced Head of Marketing and External Communications to lead a busy department of talented marketing and media colleagues as we deliver this new strategy for . Why join us? Located in beautiful Kew, just 10 minutes' walk from the Overground and Underground stations. Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% 30 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Flexible working opportunities including job share Numerous wellbeing resources and benefits including an on-site gym, restaurant (with staff discount), shop, and various staff events Inclusive culture that embraces different perspectives, and one where people are encouraged to think differently and find innovative solutions Joining an organisation full of committed and talented colleagues, often world leaders in their field, who all share a passion for creating high quality, user focused services for a range of audiences. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. For full details and to apply, please click the 'Apply' button on this page.
Dec 22, 2025
Full time
Have you successfully led marketing and external communications within a complex organisation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us in this critical role to help us shape how we present The National Archives to the world. One of our four strategic objectives for is to grow the profile of this unique and complex institution. We hold and create access to 1000 years of the nation's history and ensure preservation of the digital present for the future. From driving audiences to our ever more successful exhibitions, consolidating our growing brand, promoting our role in democracy and highlighting the multi-faceted work of the organisation, you will join us at an exciting time. The Head of Marketing and External Communications will lead and deliver a comprehensive strategy to enhance The National Archives' (TNA) visibility, reputation and impact across the UK and globally. This role will spearhead how TNA tells its story digitally and physically to diverse audiences, ensure digital transformation is central to communications, will amplify how TNA connects with communities through its national engagement and exhibitions and will substantially increase public awareness of TNA and its work. We are looking for a dynamic, inspiring and experienced Head of Marketing and External Communications to lead a busy department of talented marketing and media colleagues as we deliver this new strategy for . Why join us? Located in beautiful Kew, just 10 minutes' walk from the Overground and Underground stations. Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% 30 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Flexible working opportunities including job share Numerous wellbeing resources and benefits including an on-site gym, restaurant (with staff discount), shop, and various staff events Inclusive culture that embraces different perspectives, and one where people are encouraged to think differently and find innovative solutions Joining an organisation full of committed and talented colleagues, often world leaders in their field, who all share a passion for creating high quality, user focused services for a range of audiences. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. For full details and to apply, please click the 'Apply' button on this page.
