Appointment to the Board of Trustees to the National Museums Scotland

Applications are invited from individuals with experience of caring for and developing collections and individuals with a legal background.

Applications will be considered from people who may not have had previous experience of being on a board but have the ability and experience to contribute at a strategic level and the capacity and commitment to grow into the Trustee role and develop their skills.

Although we would welcome applications from anyone who believes they could make a strong contribution we are seeking to further broaden the diversity of the Board of Trustees to ensure it has broad geographical involvement and is more balanced in terms of protected characteristics.

As one of the leading museum groups in Europe and a key heritage and culture organisation in Scotland National Museums Scotland is responsible for a remarkable collection which brings together the arts and sciences and the cultures of Scotland and the world alongside the diversity of the natural world.

Combining a passion for sharing the stories of the objects in our care with world-class research and conservation our work reaches out across Scotland and 2024-25 we welcomed over 3.2 million visitors across our four museums and engaged a wide range of audiences through outreach and imaginative public programming. As a national centre of excellence we play a leading role in supporting the museum community across Scotland.

Before you start your application please download the Application Information Pack.

Role Criteria

Remuneration and time commitment

These appointments are not remunerated. Reasonable travel and subsistence childcare and carer receipted expenses incurred will be reimbursed.

The average time commitment is approximately 9-12 days per annum. The new appointees will join the Board formally on 1 October 2026.

The closing date for applications is 17.00 on Thursday 9 April 2026.

Equality Statement

Scottish Ministers value highly the benefits of diverse Public Body Boards. People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply for public appointments.

Find out more about our commitment todiversityand how we offer and supportrecruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.

Further Information

For further information regarding these appointments please contact Michelle Eaves Corporate Support Manager National Museums Scotland by email at: .

Find out more about public appointments here:Public appointments

If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the appointments process or further support with your application please contact the Public Appointments Team by email at.

About Us

Public appointments are made by Scottish Ministers. The appointments process is regulated by the Ethical Standards Commissioner you can find out more about the Commissioner here:Public appointments Ethical Standards Commissioner

Appointed on merit; committed to diversity and equality.