We are looking for new committee members!
Do you have fresh ideas, want to develop your skills and meet new people?
Who are we?
Our committee is a group of museum professionals (employed, students, volunteers, in-between work) across Scotland who regularly discuss ways to support our membership and issues in the sector. We have 4 official committee meetings a year (currently the meetings are digital, but travel expenses are paid when meeting in person) and other topical discussions via video call and email. Being part of our committee is a chance to collaborate with others from across the sector, develop new skills, and contribute to making a difference. You can find out more about the committee on our webpage.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for new committee members to join our team!
If you would like to become more involved in the Scottish Museums Federation and run for a committee position, then please get in touch.
Our committee is a group of museum professionals across Scotland who regularly discuss ways to support our membership and issues in the sector. We have 4 official committee meetings a year (travel expenses paid where possible) and other topical discussions via video call and email.
We welcome applications from anyone working, volunteering or interested in making a difference in the Scottish museum sector. We hope people will be able to make a commitment of around 6 to 8 hours per month of their time. We particularly welcome nominations from young professionals, volunteers, disabled, minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ and non-binary candidates.
Candidates are expected to be members of the SMF. If you would like to become a member, or an unsure if your membership is up to date, please contact smfmembership@gmail.com
We are looking to fill the following positions:
President
The President is one of the Office Bearers for the Scottish Museums Federation. Their main responsibilities include:
Overseeing all SMF programmes and projects
Lead the committee
Serve as main representative for SMF
Support members of the committee and assist with additional tasks when necessary
Chair regular committee meetings and other meetings as required
Attend regular bi-monthly meetings with other culture and heritage stakeholders including MGS, MA, NMS and IMS
This role can take up a bit of time each week and each month depending on what is going on. It is best suited to someone who will have the time to dedicate to the role. A minimum of 5 hours and a maximum of 10 hours on average each month.
If you are interested in this role, please complete and return an application form to scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com, detailing who you are and what you would like to bring to the role.
Your statement will then be shared with our membership only, for the purposes of the online election.
Elections for the SMF committee will be held online this year. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com.
EVENTS OFFICERS x2
The Events Officers are committee members for the Scottish Museums Federation. Their main responsibilities include:
Plan, organise and deliver a range events throughout the year (online and in-person)
Undertake event feedback surveys gauging satisfaction and suggestions for activities
Manage the Eventbrite website
Liaising with Social Media Officers and Communication Officer to promote events
This role typically takes a maximum of six hours a week between the two officers. Support is given to the officers from the rest of the committee during periods of holiday or personal leave.
If you are interested in this role, please complete and return an application form to scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com, detailing who you are and what you would like to bring to the role.
Your statement will then be shared with our membership only, for the purposes of the online election.
Elections for the SMF committee will be held online this year. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com.
One-Year Student Members x4
This one-year role (Oct-Sept) is for students studying a related course (museums, history etc.) in Scotland.
Attend committee meetings
Attend SMF events where possible
Shadow a committee member to gain experience of serving on a committee within an area that interests them.
Towards the end of the role, it is hoped that the student members will work together to create an event for early career members. We expect a commitment of 3-4 hours per month for these roles.
If you are interested in this role, please complete and return an application form to scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com, detailing who you are and what you would like to bring to the role.
Your statement will then be shared with our membership only, for the purposes of the online election.
Elections for the SMF committee will be held online this year. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact scottishmuseumsfederation@gmail.com.
Key Dates
15 January Nominations open
24 February Nominations close
25 February Online voting opens
10 March Voting closes
New committee announced on Monday 13th March online