Historian – Exhibition Content Development Mentor

We’re looking for a Historian – Exhibition Content Development Mentor volunteer in a hybrid role, both remotely (online) and in-country , for a total of 12 months. 

• This assignment seeks tocontribute to the development of exhibition content for AMRT I.P.’s new museum building, garden, and the Museum of the Eternal Flame. The key objectives are to conduct rigorous historical research, accurately interpret sources, and construct a cohesive narrative that reflects the complexity of the Timorese Resistance.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a qualification in history, museum studies, or related fields, along with several years of professional experience in historiography, curatorial practice, or exhibition content development.
• You will be working alongside AMRT I.P. staff, including curators, archivists, and government officials, as well as a small interdisciplinary team focused on exhibition design and public engagement.
• As a volunteer, you will support capacity building through mentoring, training, and knowledge transfer in historical research methods, exhibition content development, and narrative construction.
• Participate in planning sessions, consultation meetings, and collaborative workshops to shape exhibition narratives and ensure historical accuracy.
• Provide support in strengthening research practices, developing exhibition content, and integrating documentary, photographic, and oral sources into cohesive storylines.
• Work towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals through contributing to SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting cultural learning, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by safeguarding cultural heritage, and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by preserving and communicating Timor-Leste’s history of resistance and resilience.

About the Partner Organisation 

The partner is AMRT, I.P. (Arquivo & Museu da Resistência Timorense, Instituto Público), located in Dili, Timor-Leste.

AMRT, I.P. preserves, curates, and exhibits historical records, collections, and audiovisual materials related to Timor-Leste’s Resistance struggle. It serves as a national institution safeguarding cultural heritage and engaging the public through archives, exhibitions, and educational programs.

The organisation lacks specialised technical expertise in areas such as audiovisual archiving, exhibition content development, and contemporary curatorial practices. A volunteer is needed to build staff capacity, introduce modern museological standards, and ensure that historical materials are properly documented, preserved, and made accessible to the public.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.