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Be at the forefront of fostering cultural heritage as a Committee Member for the Museum Accreditation Panel at the prestigious Arts Council England.
Overview
Salary
Voluntary role - no salary
Location
National - Hybrid
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Expires
Expires at anytime
Arts Council England is a spearhead organization renowned for its contributions to arts, museums, and libraries across the UK. As leading cultivators of the UK's cultural ambience, the council extends various initiatives and funding options to spark societal change.
Role Summary:
- Serve as a vital influence in managing the Accreditation Scheme for museums and galleries.
- Attend and contribute to award panel meetings.
- Ensure the scheme maintains a high standard of credibility.
Role Requirements:
- Prior experience in the museum sector.
- Ability to commit approximately 4 days a year for panel meetings and preparatory work.
- Preferably those who have worked with certain museums in regions across the UK.
- We strongly prefer candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Application Process Details:
- An informational webinar scheduled for April 22, 2026.
- Applications need to be submitted via the Arts Council England Careers portal by May 15, 2026.
- Interviews will be held on June 2 and 3, 2026.
Arts Council England is a leading organization dedicated to supporting arts, museums, and libraries across the UK. We invest public money to foster a thriving cultural environment and make a significant impact on society through various initiatives and funding opportunities.
The role: As a Committee Member of the Museum Accreditation Panel, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the Accreditation Scheme for museums and galleries in the UK. This involves decision-making at regular award panel meetings, providing peer recognition, and ensuring the credibility of the scheme. The position requires a commitment of approximately 4 days a year, including panel meetings and preparatory work. Most meetings are hosted virtually, but some travel may be required for in-person meetings once a year.
Job requirements: We are seeking individuals with experience in the museum sector, particularly those who have worked with museums in Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, National Museums, or University Museums. We encourage applications from disabled, D/deaf, neurodivergent individuals, and those from Black, Asian, and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds, as these groups are currently under-represented on the Panel.
Benefits: This voluntary role offers an opportunity for professional development and networking within the museum sector. While the position does not offer a salary, reasonable UK expenses incurred for in-person meetings will be reimbursed. An attendance allowance is available to support freelance, self-employed, and other unwaged Panel Members, with the possibility to claim up to £350 per day.
Applications and further information: Interested candidates can register for a webinar on April 22, 2026, for more details about the role. Applications must be submitted via the Arts Council England Careers portal by May 15, 2026. Interviews are scheduled for June 2 and 3, 2026.
