Cultural Engagement Specialist

About the role

Mane Foundation, a contemporary art gallery in the heart of Tirana and part of the Piramida Center, is looking for a Cultural Engagement Specialist. The role reports to the Director of the Gallery of Contemporary Art and covers visitor-facing duties across four areas: visitor orientation, in-gallery experience, collection and exhibition content, and safety and security.

Key responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, giving information on current exhibitions, artists and gallery events.
• Offer insights into the artworks on display and engage visitors in conversations about the art and artists.
• Monitor gallery spaces to ensure the safety and security of artworks and visitors, and liaise with security staff as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and order, including restocking brochures and promotional materials.
• Help visitors plan their visit and direct them to nearby amenities.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down exhibitions and events, including hanging artwork, arranging furniture and preparing refreshments.
• Support events such as exhibition openings, artist talks and workshops.
• Complete ongoing training in audience engagement, exhibition training and visitor orientation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in art history, fine arts, museum studies or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant coursework in arts education, art studies, art history or history from an accredited university.
• Experience in a visitor-facing role, hospitality, attractions or cultural organizations is preferred.
• Very good knowledge of English; knowledge of another foreign language is preferred.

Required skills

• Ability to work with people from a wide range of ethnic, cultural and economic backgrounds.
• Ability to identify and resolve visitor issues in the moment.
• Effective and persuasive communication with diverse audiences.

What we offer

• An attractive benefit package with fair remuneration based on merit and performance evaluation.
• A chance to develop skills and grow within the BALFIN Group.
• Recognition rewards.
• Flexible working hours.

To apply, send a CV by November 9th, 2026; only selected candidates will be contacted.