CBA London exists to bring together the many segments of London’s
archaeological community in order to support greater public involvement
in archaeology, encourage access to scholarship and skills development,
and ensure protection of the capital’s historic environment. The CBA are recruiting an assistant to work with the group’s Trustees, build
on their contacts, expertise and experience, and equip the group with
the knowledge base that will help it to flourish.

The CBA needs someone who is experienced, self-motivated and flexible enough
to work on a range of projects and priorities, from developing high
profile campaigns on policy issues to coordinating participation in the
Festival of British Archaeology, from undertaking research to devising
training events. It is expected that the assistant will be educated to
degree level and have an understanding of how commercial and amateur
archaeology works in the UK. Strong communication and computer skills
will be needed.

The post will be based in central London, with employment under the
auspices of the CBA, and will initially be for a period of six months,
working on average one day a week. This may be extended if resources
are available. Pay will be £110 per day (equivalent to £13.75 per hour)

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Wednesday 17th February 2010

Full details of the job description, duties, person requirements and
working arrangements can be found on the CBA London website. To apply please provide a CV with a covering letter, and the names and contact details of two referees.
This may be sent by email to James Doeser, CBA London Secretary
(cbalondon@britarch.ac.uk), or by post to CBA London c/o The British
Academy, 10 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5AH.