This project, Access for All: Researching and Redesigning the Croydon Archives Digital Experience, aims to transform how Croydon's diverse communities discover and engage with our archival resources and collections online. We are looking for a consultant who can work collaboratively with under-represented residents to make our website, catalogue, social media and digital kiosks more intuitive, inclusive and user-friendly. Contract: six months (approx. 23 days of work) Please see here for the full project brief: https://museumofcroydon.com/join-us We're looking for: Strong experience in focus groups, digital engagement and inclusive design Key responsibilities Designing and delivering community-led user research, including focus groups with diverse and under-represented residents. How to apply Please submit (no more than 2-sides of A4): • A short proposal outlining your approach Send to [email protected] by midday on Monday 8 April 2026.Job Summary
Job Description
Fee: Up to £9000 (inclusive of all expenses)
Deadline: Midday, Monday 8 April 2026
Location: Hybrid (Croydon + remote)Job Requirements
A track record of working with diverse communities, including Global Majority groups, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, neurodivergent people and young people
Experience in archives, museums, heritage or cultural sectors
Excellent communication, facilitation and collaborative working skillsJob Responsibilities
Evaluating our digital platforms against sector best practice in user experience and inclusive design
Implementing practical improvements to navigation, content presentation, and accessibility
Creating sustainable templates and tools to support future digital engagement
Producing a digital engagement output based on research findings
Developing a sector-facing guidance document to share learning with other archivesHow to Apply
• Two examples of relevant previous work
• CV(s) of those delivering the project
• A breakdown of fees and expenditure
• Contact details for two referees