Committee Member, Museum Accreditation Panel

Location

National. Most meetings are hosted virtually. Some travel may be required, typically one in-person meeting per year at an accessible location in the UK.

Role Type

Voluntary position for a fixed term of four years, with the possibility of reappointment for up to four additional years.

Time Commitment

Approximately four (4) days a year, including panel meetings and preparatory work.

Salary & Allowance

This is a voluntary role; UK expenses for in-person meetings are reimbursed. An attendance allowance is available to support freelance/self‑employed and other unwaged panel members, up to £50 per hour or £350 per day, including travel time.

Role Overview

The Accreditation Committee is a subcommittee of Arts Council England’s National Council that oversees the effective management of the Accreditation Scheme for museums and galleries across the UK. As a member you will contribute to decision‑making at regular award panel meetings, provide peer recognition, and support the credibility and reputation of the nationwide scheme.

Responsibilities

• Attend and contribute to award panel meetings.
• Assist in decision‑making and oversight of the Accreditation Scheme.
• Advocate for Accreditation and recognize achievements of museums and galleries.
• Network with professionals to understand sector outcomes and challenges.

Qualifications

• Passionate about museums and their impact, with a broad perspective on the range of participating institutions.
• Experience working with museums in Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland.
• Experience working in a national museum or a university museum.
• Encouraged for disabled, D/deaf, neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds.

EEO Statement

We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview to candidates with a declared disability who meet the essential criteria for the role. We encourage applicants from under‑represented groups, including disabled, D/deaf, neurodivergent, and BAME communities.

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