Trustees

The London Canal Museum is an independent and self-financing museum in London’s vibrant Kings Cross area, and we are currently looking for two additional Trustees to join our Council of Management.

In particular, we are seeking Trustees with experience in General Management, Education and PR/Publicity.

What will you be doing

·        Be part of the Museum’s management team, running the museum as a business, and formulating and implementing plans for the future as a member of the Council of Management

·        Hands-on participation in your specific area of expertise, delivering results that matter

·        Working with the other Trustees, our team of volunteers, the Training & Recruitment Manager, and the Learning Manager to better improve the museum’s operation and delivery of visitor experience

·        The museum has experienced a highly successful bounce-back from Covid, with higher than prior visitor numbers, and thus has a continual growth and improved financial sustainability agenda – in particular, the success of our new co-owned canal boat’s Regent’s Canal guided trips means the museum is busier than ever

What are we looking for

·        A self-starter, hands-on in your specific area of expertise, and able to turn your hand to other tasks

·        Enthusiasm to contribute and work as part of the team, and as a valuable member of the Committee of Management

·        Commitment of sufficient time dedicated to the role

We would welcome particular skills, including but not limited to the following, and applicants with knowledge or experience in one or more these areas are desirable :

•       General Management in a commercial organisation

•       Visitor attraction management

•       Facilities Management experience

•       PR / Publicity background

•       Education (in schools or museums)

•       Museum collection & curation, exhibition management

An interest in canals/waterways and London industrial history is very welcome but by no means essential

What difference will you make

·        As a member of the committee of management, contribute directly to effectively and efficiently improve the running of the museum, bringing new skills to the table

·        Enable the museum to meet the challenges of continues growth and the long-term future

·        Help ensure the future of the museum’s development and sustainability

What benefit does the new Trustee get

·        Learn about the history of London’s canals, the people who lived and worked on them, and their place in the industrial revolution, as well as the ice trade and the unique history of our building

·        Be part of the operation and future planning for an important self-funded independent museum

·        Meeting new people – you will be a part of a community of volunteers of all ages and backgrounds

·        Build your experience of working in museums, heritage and visitor engagement

·        Regular opportunities to participate in social events including our summer boat trip, museum events, reciprocal visits to other museums, and volunteer discounts, etc.