Project Developer & E-Catalogue Coordinator (100%)

CONTRACT DATE: 1.10.2025 TO 30.09.2026

CONTEXT

The Homo Faber Project Developer & E-Catalogue Coordinator will be part of the Community Care & Network team, reporting to the Head of Community Care & Network. For sourcing responsibilities, they will work under the direction of the Head of Sourcing.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

This role will be responsible for:

• Research and source artisans and objects for Homo Faber Biennial 2026 in Venice (October 2025 - April 2026).
• Manage the Homo Faber Biennial 2026 online exhibition catalogue, from contents to technical development and architecture (January 2026 - September 2026).

Researching and sourcing artisans and objects for Homo Faber Biennial 2026:

• Establish a clear and efficient strategy for researching and sourcing artisans and objects for Homo Faber 2026, in alignment with the curatorial direction and under the guidance of the Head of Sourcing and the Head of Community Care & Network.
• Conduct research to identify suitable artisans and objects in various countries for Homo Faber 2026, adhering to the strategy defined with the Head of Sourcing.
• Support Regional Coordinators in evaluating artisan profiles using the Michelangelo Foundation’s 11 Criteria of Excellence.
• Enter and maintain exhibitor data in Salesforce to ensure effective and timely information sharing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates on exhibitors and objects to Michelangelo Foundation management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Contact selected artisans to gather object proposals.

Managing the E-Catalogue for Homo Faber Biennial 2026:

• Have a clear understanding of the Homo Faber 2026 curatorial direction, project objectives, scope, and technical constraints.
• Develop the E-Catalogue platform layout and technical architecture in collaboration with the Digital Team, and with the support of the Head of Community Care & Network.
• Monitor the technical development and testing of the E-Catalogue platform in collaboration with the Digital Team, ensuring it meets all requirements from technical architecture to front-end design.
• Liaise with the Education team to define and address the E-Catalogue content needs for the Young Ambassador training.
• Define a strategy for the E-Catalogue’s written content collection, tracking, and data entry in collaboration with the E-Catalogue Editor.
• Integrate artisan and object data into the digital ecosystem (Salesforce, CMS) in collaboration with the E-Catalogue Editor.
• Establish a system and coordinate the E-Catalogue image collection and uploading in collaboration with the Visual Content team.
• Act as the primary liaison between various stakeholders to ensure all information on the E-Catalogue is consistently up to date.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US

The successful candidate will demonstrate alignment with the Foundation values and goals.

• Knowledge of craftsmanship, art, and design
• Fluent in English and French (additional languages are an asset)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

• 2 years of experience in a cultural environment
• Experience in using Salesforce
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Knowledge of web development is a plus

• Ability to sort and organise large amounts of data and content
• Ability to follow a strategy and propose improvements for increased efficiency
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and creative approach
• Organized and autonomous work style
• Precise and rigorous attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork skills

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

If your application is selected we will reach out shortly for an introductory call. As part of the interview process, we always ensure complete insight and transparency, namely, you will have the chance to meet the people who will be crucial to your future success in the role.