Overview
Engage seeks a visionary Director to lead strategy, governance, and innovation. A champion of visual arts engagement, you\'ll guide a respected organisation through renewal and sector evolution.
Engage, the National Association for Gallery Education, is entering a transformative phase following the departure of our director of 20 years. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director & Chief Executive Officer to lead Engage into its next chapter. The successful candidate will be a passionate advocate for visual arts engagement, with the strategic insight and leadership skills to guide a respected national organisation through renewal and growth.
Responsibilities
* Set and deliver Engage\'s mission, vision, and values in collaboration with the Board.
* Ensure strong governance, stakeholder engagement, and financial sustainability.
* Lead a high-performing, inclusive team; oversee operations, compliance, and work with our members.
* Drive innovation, income diversification, and sector relevance.
* Represent Engage publicly; champion equity and inclusion; foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
* Showcase a collaborative, hands-on leadership style with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Travel as required; work in a full-time capacity with flexible/remote arrangements.
Qualifications
* Deep expertise in visual arts engagement.
* Strategic insight and leadership experience guiding a national organisation through renewal and growth.
* Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
* A collaborative, hands-on approach to leadership, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
Salary and Location
Salary: £60-65k
This is a full-time role, mostly remote with some travel required.
Location: All Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland
Application Deadline
The deadline is Monday 29 September 2025 at 09:00.
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