British Council Vacancies – Arts and Creative Economy Advisory Group

Job Description:

The role of the Chair is non-executive. The Chair leads the Arts and Creative Economy Advisory Group which advises the Arts leadership team and influences how the British Council’s vision and strategy are developed. The ACEAG is one of four advisory groups. Members of these groups and committees serve in an advisory capacity and have no decision-making responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Leading the group to fulfil its purpose and objectives as outlined in the terms of reference
• A capacity to attend occasional functions and participate in UK and overseas visits would be an advantage
• Maintaining reasonable contact with senior staff of the Arts and Creative Economy team
• Acting as an advocate for the British Council’s work
• Chairing group meetings: normally three a year
• Advising on the development of the Arts and Creative Economy strategy

Job Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and highly effective communication skills
• Capacity to act as a ‘critical friend’ to the Arts leadership team
• Experience of a senior role within a major private, public or voluntary sector organisation in a management and/or Board capacity
• Strong international background and/or interests
• Varied range of contacts
• Significant recent experience in the Arts or Creative Industries

Job Details:

Company: British Council

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Brighton, England, UK

Application Deadline: N/A

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