You develop a collection development policy for your area and contribute to the general policy. You are aware of the past and present collection practices of the IISG, but also understand where innovation is required and possible. Aware of the importance of increasing diversity and inclusiveness towards the Institute's collections, you will contribute to the development of more participatory working methods. Part of the work also involves advising on sustainable access outside the institute.

Specifically, this means:

• You actively search for relevant collections and data and explore collaboration opportunities. You respond to offers received by the IISG and are involved in appraising previous acquisitions;
• You develop and maintain a network of contacts with people and organizations, with correspondents and representatives. You receive collections, make appointments, record information about the collections and collaborate with the other Data and Collections staff members;
• You have contact with researchers, users and social partners to link collection formation to research programs, user needs and social developments. You will also work actively within the Collection Development department and the larger Data and Collections department and participate in occurring activities;
• You will contribute to making our work and the IISG collections more widely known by giving presentations, publishing information and sharing your knowledge with third parties.

What do we ask?

• You have a broad substantive interest in the IISG collection areas and knowledge of recent and current social, economic and political issues and developments in Asia;
• You have a background in Asian studies or another relevant field related to the humanities and social sciences and have an affinity with scientific research;
• You have experience in collecting and/or working with collections, and knowledge of the heritage world and archival processes;
• You are not afraid to make choices and decisions, and accept that these may sometimes lead to disappointing others. You can cope well with peaks in workload;
• You have extensive digital skills, you are familiar with commonly used software and online tools and media, and have an understanding of digital data formats
• You have a broad substantive interest in the IISG collection areas and knowledge of recent and current social, economic and political issues and developments in Asia;
• You are sensitive and respectful in dealing with people and organizations from different backgrounds. Cooperation and consultation come naturally to you. You are motivated to build and maintain good relationships;
• Proficiency in one or more (Southeast) Asian languages is recommended.

Fixed-term contract: 1 year.

Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is [[salarisMin]] and the maximum salary is [[salarisMax]] gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale [[ufoSchaal]] cao Nederlandse Universiteiten/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP. Salary placement will depend on your qualifications and experience. Although scale 11 is preferred, a preliminary starting (scale 10) may be considered if necessary. An initial one-year contract is offered, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role based on performance.

The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment).

For a complete overview of the terms of employment, please refer to the web page: werken bij de KNAW.

Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure

IISH

The International Institute of Social History (IISG-KNAW) is an Academy research institute. IISG is one of the most prestigious social history research institutes worldwide. It examines how work and labour relations have developed globally over time. To support its research, it collects archives and data from all over the world. The relationship between its research and its data and archive collections contributes substantially to the institute's unique nature.