Department of Culture Media and Sport
- Job Title: Victoria and Albert Museum
- Salary: Unpaid
- Hours:
Part time - Artform: Museums
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Mon, 16 Nov 2026
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Location:
UK-wide
Job Summary
Job Description
Number of vacancies: 3
Time commitment: 1 day per month
Length of term: 4 years
Application deadline: Midday on 16 November 2026
Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
The Role of Trustees
The Board of Trustees of the V&A is the statutory body which is responsible for the Museum and its collections under the terms of the National Heritage Act 1983. The main functions of the Board are:
To care for, preserve and add to the objects in the collections;
To secure that the objects are exhibited to the public;
To secure that the objects are available to persons seeking to inspect them in connection with study or research;
To generally promote the public’s enjoyment and understanding of art, design and performance, both by means of the Board’s collections and by such means as they consider appropriate.
Time Commitment: The role involves attending five Board meetings per year, typically 2.5 hours long, and an annual away day. Trustees serve on at least one Trustee Sub-Committee of the Board according to their specialism. These Committees generally meet four times a year. Additional time would be required to study papers and attend events at the Museum. From time to time, Trustees may be called upon to provide adhoc advice and support.
Location: Board meetings are held in person at V&A sites across London (South Kensington, Bethnal Green, Hackney Wick or Stratford), with an annual away day that may occur outside of London. The organisation requires in-person attendance for board meetings to ensure Trustees can fully participate in viewings and presentations.
Job Responsibilities
Essential criteria
– Knowledge: a clear understanding of the work, priorities and challenges of the V&A and the context within which it operates.
– Communication: strong communication skills with the ability to contribute at board level and the ability to listen, accept challenges and constructively challenge others in discussions with clarity and respect.
– Judgement: effective decision-making skills with the ability to critically analyse a wide range of information to make clear and objective evidence-based recommendations to support the delivery of the V&A’s objectives.
– Collaboration: ability to work closely with other board members and other key stakeholders, providing support, constructive challenge and assurance as appropriate.
– Inclusion: a demonstrable commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion; factoring nationwide perspectives and enhancing opportunities for all communities into decision making.
How to Apply
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– equality information
– information relating to any outside interests or reputational issues
– a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
– a supporting statement
– a short professional biography (150 words)
We will ask you to check and confirm your personal details to ensure your application is accurate.
You will also have the opportunity to make a reasonable adjustment request or apply under the disability confident scheme before you submit your application.
- Contact email: [email protected]
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