Documentation Assistant

About the TrustThe Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum Trust is situated within the City Palace, Jaipur. The Trust plays a key role in preserving the artistic, historical, and cultural traditions of Jaipur while facilitating public access, education, and appreciation of the rich legacy of the region. With a multidisciplinary team working across collections, outreach, conservation, education, and events, the Trust’s vision is to be the globally recognised creative and cultural heart of Jaipur.About the RolePosition Overview: The Pothikhana Department of the City Palace Museum Jaipur is starting to catalogue and digitize its collections. You will be part of a team that completes the Pothikhana’s documentation and digitization along with the necessary research, and contribute to building the institution’s archives.ResponsibilitiesDocumentationCataloguing manuscripts of different languages including Sanskrit, Rajasthani bhasha, Persian, etc.Generating records to requisite institutional standards.Reading and understanding manuscripts written in different scripts.2.Project ManagementWorking with project Lead and colleagues to deliver to timelines.Assist with creating detailed project documentation.Qualifications and ExperienceCurrently pursuing or completed Master’s in Sanskrit / Manuscriptology and Palaeography / Diploma in Manuscriptology and Palaeography (or an equivalent qualification) are eligible to apply.Fluency in reading and writing Sanskrit.Working knowledge of Rajasthani bhasha, and Persian.Knowledge of one or more relevant languages and scripts is essential.Priority will be given to those based in Jaipur. (Candidates from outside Jaipur may also be given preference based on their qualification and relevant experience.)Desired Skills and Preferred AttributesMust be able to read Old Devanagari script.Knowledge of manuscripts handling and reading.Knowledge of IAST.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.Pay range and compensation packageNot specified.Equal Opportunity StatementNot specified.Application ProcessApplication Process To apply, please submit the following documents in PDF format to careers@citypalace.org and aparna.ramachandran@citypalace.org with the subject line ‘Application for Documentation Assistant.’ Files must be 1 MB or smaller.Updated CV with contact information for 2 professional references who have not previously been associated with this Trust or any affiliated organisation.Cover Letter, explaining why you think you are a good fit for this role. Please mention any qualifications, skills, or prior experience that might be relevant to your self-assessment. Please ensure that the letter is limited to 1 page, font size 12.Portfolio/ 2 writing samples/ 2 samples of your work relevant to the role (this can be an attachment or links).