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Anna Abernethy
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I’m Anna Abernethy, a museum and heritage professional based in Wellington, New Zealand, with a creative, practical approach to supporting community impact through fundraising, research, and visitor-focused work.
About
I’m Anna Abernethy, a museum and heritage professional based in Wellington, New Zealand, with a creative, practical approach to supporting community impact through fundraising, research, and visitor-focused work.
Alongside my visitor-facing experience in museums, I currently support charitable trusts with grant funding, governance administration, digital content coordination, and promotion. I also contribute research on public museum funding through ICOM IMREC, and I bring strong project coordination and cross-cultural collaboration skills to every role—from writing competitive applications to managing websites and supporting smooth trust operations.
- Joined October 2026
Industry experience
- Non-Profit Organization
- Government
- Education
- Media & Entertainment
- Retail
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Projects · 1
Work experience· 10 roles
Research Assistant · ICOM IMRECMay 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 7 mos
Contribute to ICOM IMREC research examining public funding for museums across the globe.
Administration and Fundraising Officer · Sailability Wellington TrustJul 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 5 mos
Prepare and manage funding applications to New Zealand funders, including Lottery Grants Board applications from submission through to final reporting and audit. Research new funding opportunities and support the Trust’s fundraising strategy. Manage social media to strengthen public profile and communicate impact. Create and upload website content using Webflow, coordinating with an external IT partner for ongoing maintenance and development.
Trust Administrator · J Campbell Barrett Wellington Anaesthesia TrustJul 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 5 mos
Coordinate administrative support for Trust meetings, including preparing agendas and recording minutes. Maintain the Trust website and monitor incoming grant applications. Respond to enquiries and support application processes.
Development Coordinator · Sailability WellingtonFeb 2020 – Jul 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos
Commercial Consultant · Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom Museum (Horowhenua District Council)Sep 2017 – Feb 2020 · 2 yrs 6 mos
Visitor and Market Research Assistant · Museum of New Zealand Te Papa TongarewaJan 2015 – Jul 2020 · 5 yrs 7 mos
Visitor Services Tour Host · Museum of New Zealand Te Papa TongarewaJan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 11 mos
Miramar Community Centre Coordinator · Wellington City CouncilJan 2014 – Dec 2014 · 1 yr
Education
Master’s Degree, Museum and Heritage Studies · Victoria University of Wellington2014 – 2017
Postgraduate Diploma, Museology / Museum Studies · Massey University2008 – 2026
Certifications and awards
Squarespace Essential Training2030 – 2026
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