C-MAP Africa Fellow | International Program

MoMA • New York, NY

4d • $65,000

About The Position

Supports envisioning and development of research initiatives on art and architecture in Africa for The Museum of Modern Art’s Contemporary and Modern Art Perspectives (C-MAP) program. Led by a member of MoMA’s curatorial team and constituted of MoMA staff members from across curatorial and curatorial affairs departments, the C-MAP Africa group will study artistic practices and institutional formations across the African continent from the mid to late 20th century to the present. Following the direction of the group leader, and in consultation with the International Program Department, the Fellow will plan, coordinate, and document a program of monthly group meetings at MoMA (in-person or virtual as needed) featuring scholars, artists and curators, as well as travel for C-MAP group members to the region of focus. The Fellow also collaborates actively with other C-MAP Fellows and International Program staff on organizing cross-group programming as well as editing and maintaining the C-MAP website, post (post.moma.org). In consultation with their supervisors, the Fellow will also have an opportunity to develop and undertake research related to the region of focus. The Museum of Modern Art is committed to nurturing the next generation of scholars, art historians, and other arts professionals. This fellowship is part of a distinctive museum wide fellowship program that offers opportunities for training and development through immersion in the Museum’s departments, working alongside and mentored by experienced staff members. All fellows also participate in a core methods and practice program with MoMA staff and invited guests which explores object-based research and inquiry; public engagement in a museum context; and arts leadership and the role of cultural institutions.

Requirements

• Specialized knowledge of African art and architecture spanning the mid to late 20th century to the present, and some knowledge of Central African art preferred.
• Master’s degree in art history, cultural studies, and/or a related field in the humanities (or the equivalent in countries outside the United States) required.
• Candidate must be a fully-enrolled student pursuing a Ph.D. program.
• Candidate must be ABD.
• Independent researchers and curators with a strong expertise and proven experience in the area of focus could also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of 20th- and 21st-century art history within a global context and specific knowledge of transnational art history and contemporary practices in Africa.
• Deep familiarity with key artistic centers and networks on the African continent.
• Written and spoken fluency in English required
• Demonstrated research, writing, and editing capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully work as part of a team.
• Prior experience working within an art institution strongly preferred.
• Some administrative experience and knowledge of basic organizational procedures preferred.

Nice To Haves

• One or more languages spoken in the region (including, but not limited to French, Portuguese, Arabic, Sango, Lingala, or another African language) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with the C-MAP group leader and the International Program’s Assistant Director and C-MAP Program Coordinator on the implementation of a research plan and on a program of visiting speakers to be presented either virtually or on-site at MoMA.
• Identifies artists, curators, and scholars relevant to the research focus.
• Plans and prepares for monthly C-MAP group meetings, including compiling relevant research materials, biographies, and meeting agendas in advance of visits; corresponds with invited speakers; and maintains records of contacts and activities.
• Plans and coordinates travel of C-MAP group members, involving detailed itineraries for visits to cultural institutions, artists’ studios, collections, etc., books flights, and coordinates transportation, hotels, dinners, and meetings, etc.
• Assists with the organization of and participates in joint programming, such as seminars, at MoMA organized with the other C-MAP groups.
• Works closely with the International Program’s Assistant Director and C-MAP Program Coordinator, other C-MAP Fellows, and a cross-departmental advisory board to commission texts and oversee content development for post , C-MAP’s online research platform (post.moma.org).
• With C-MAP Program Coordinator and International Program Department Coordinator and Assistant Director, helps prepare reports on C-MAP group activities for funders.
• Researches and keeps C-MAP group members informed about relevant exhibitions and events related to the group’s area of focus.
• Supports other Museum research activities related to C-MAP group focus, as needed.
• Performs any other duties reasonably related to the functions described above.

Benefits

• MoMA offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision (cost of coverage for each based on employees’ salary tier and plan selected), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 403(b) Retirement Plan, commuter benefits, dependent child care benefit, 529 College Savings Plan, and paid time off (vacation, personal days, sick days, holidays).
• $5,000 is available for personal research, developed in consultation with their supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees