Job Description

Festivals From India is recruiting on behalf of the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) for the position of Senior Manager Inclusion, responsible for leading the strategic direction and execution of MAPs Inclusion Initiatives. This role is key to embedding inclusive practices across all areas of MAPs workxe2x80x94from policies and programmes to exhibitions and public engagement. The Senior Manager will ensure that MAP continues to be a space where everyone feels seen, heard, valued, and empowered.About Museum of Art & Photography (MAP):The Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) is one of Indias first major museums of South Asian visual culture. The museum is housed in a state-of-the-art, 44,000 square foot building, designed by the acclaimed Indian architectural practice Matthew & Ghosh, on a landmark site at the heart of Bengalurus museum district. MAP's five-story building on Kasturba Road includes multiple galleries where the collection is displayed, an auditorium, an art and research library, an education center, a specialised research and conservation facility, as well as a cafxc3xa9.Please note:

• The vetting process for this role comprises 2-3 rounds of interviews and may be followed by a brief assignment.

• Festivals from India is hiring for this role on behalf of MAP

• This is an on-site, full-time position based in Bangalore.

• Salary band for this role is available upon request.

RequirementsQualifications & Experience:

• 8+ years of leadership experience in DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility), ideally in cultural or non-profit settings.

• Strong understanding of systemic inequities, inclusive practices, and anti- oppression frameworks.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG, ADA) and inclusive design principles.

• Experience working in or with arts, heritage, education, or public-facing institutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:1. Strategy, Implementation and Budgets

• Design, implement and lead MAPs Inclusion Strategy, aligning it with the organisations mission and goals.

• Advise leadership on inclusive policies and culture-building.

• Set and monitor measurable inclusion goals across departments.

• Support departments in budgeting for inclusion (e.g. access services, multilingual content).

• Ensure fair pay, training access, and inclusive impact narratives in proposals.

• Assist in securing funding for inclusion-focused or integrated projects.

2. Policies & Processes

• Review and update policies to ensure equity, accessibility, and legal compliance.

• Embed inclusive practices across recruitment, procurement, exhibitions, and programming.

3. Culture & Engagement

• Promote inclusive language, cultural awareness, and open communication.

• Organise internal campaigns and events around cultural awareness and belonging.

• Organise staff learning opportunities in the context of inclusion by identifying trainers and workshop conductors.

• Establishing partnerships with artists, creators, or community groups representing disabled and neurodiverse communities, support them in becoming active stakeholders of the museum.

• Conduct accessibility audits and regularly evaluate inclusion outcomes.

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