Chair

Chair Role

The SDC is at an important developmental phase in its 138 years and is seeking a new Chair to join the team. The Interim Chair is reaching the end of a year’s term during which clear, new strategic plans have been agreed and are in the process of being operationalised. Existing Council are committed for the next 2 years to ensure a smooth transition and during this time are keen to ensure that a fit for purpose Council and structure for the organisation is achieved. The incoming Chair should have experience in transition management and building capacity to ensure the new strategy can be implemented. They will need to have strong vision and a passion for seeing the crafts sector flourish; and particularly to be keen to champion makers. The role would benefit from strong financial acuity – particularly in establishing a stable financial future for the society. Experience in membership and funding would also be desirable.

• The Chair is elected by the Council of Trustees and has a fixed term of three years.
• Role is predominantly home based with meetings in London or at the studios of some members in or near London, as well as member day events in a variety of locations
• This role is unpaid although appropriate expenses on Society & Council business will be met.

Full Chair Specification on request

Our History

The Society of Designer Craftsmen is one of the oldest and most highly regarded arts and crafts societies in the UK. The primary objective of the Society remains one of a selected membership whose work is based on innovation, originality, excellence of design and quality craftsmanship. The Society promotes and supports the work of creative thinkers, designers and makers who continue to innovate in the crafts through their exploration of materials and skills. We are a registered Charity.

You can find out more about us at https://societyofdesignercraftsmen.org.uk/