Director & Chief Executive Officer

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 and 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: £60-65kThis is a full-time role, mostly remote with some travel required.Location: All Scotland, England, Wales, Northern IrelandApplication Deadline

The deadline is Monday 29 September 2025 at ..... full job details .....