Chair

Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) is the National Development Body for Scotland s museums and galleries. We support museums and galleries throughout Scotland , through strategic investment, workforce development, advice, and advocacy. We are currently looking for a new Chair with substantial experience of charity governance and experience of working with the Scottish Government. The ideal candidate will act as a passionate advocate for Scotland s museums and galleries and lead our Board in supporting MGS to effectively develop and champion Scotland s museums and galleries sector. The role involves leading the Board in its responsibilities in setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring it is financially and operationally robust. The Chair works closely with the CEO and supports her and MGS staff in applying its resources responsibly in pursuit of MGS objectives. We would like to hear from candidates who have a track record of leadership, operating at board level in the public, or voluntary sectors. Candidates should have strong corporate governance experience, including charity governance, with an understanding of the Scottish political environment and experience engaging with government. Candidates should also have a commitment and appreciation of the importance of museums and galleries as integral institutions of Scotland s cultural sector. For further information on the role including more about MGS, key responsibilities and person specification please download the candidate information pack. This post is unremunerated and reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Initial three-year term with option to extend for a further three years. See the role on our website., None specified

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Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) is the National Development Body providing support to more than 450 museums and galleries across Scotland.  We are a charitable trust with funding support from the Scottish Government to enable the delivery of a 10 year National Strategy.