Ethics Committee member role

We are looking for one new committee member to join the existing committee to uphold the principles of the Code of Ethics for Museums and oversee the effective and consistent operation of the code.

The aim of the Ethics Committee is to:

• Develop and champion the application of sound ethical principles and behaviours within the museum community


• Give advice and guidance on ethical matters to the museum community, including MA Board and staff


• Review the code and recommend to the MA Board amendments to the Code of Ethics, where necessary

The role involves attending approximately four meetings per year (one in person at the Museums Association’s offices in London and three online) and liaising as a committee via email and telephone. The role is not remunerated but expenses are reimbursed.

We welcome applicants from museum professionals from all backgrounds and parts of the sector. We would particularly welcome applicants that have museum operations experience including front of house, workforce and security, and people from a range of diverse backgrounds including people with disabilities, people of colour, people who identify as LGBTQI+ and people from a range of socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

All applicants must be individual members of the Museums Association.

If you are interested in this role, please complete the below application form and equality and diversity monitoring form via our website.

Deadline for applications is 5.00pm on 23 February 2024.