Appointment as Ordinary Member to the Board of Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 19 Nov 2026
About the Role
The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Ordinary Member to the Board of Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA).
Requirements
Essential
Candidates wishing to apply must demonstrate in their application evidence of experience as a Professional artist or arts practitioner with international experience, with knowledge and expertise in at least one of the following areas:
- Recognised experience in relation to contemporary visual arts in Ireland and internationally
- A deep understanding of the role of the artist and of professional arts practice nationally and internationally
- A broad understanding of curation, programming, producing and presenting arts events
- Knowledge and experience of arts management
Desirable
It is also desirable that candidates demonstrate evidence of experience in at least two of the following:
- Current practising artist.
- Knowledge and experience of arts management.
- Knowledge of the Irish language.
- Knowledge and lived experiences in matters relating to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), such as advocating for greater diversity and inclusion in public services, or the delivery of programmes and/or projects, with participation of, for example, multicultural, minority and disadvantaged groups in mind.
- Knowledge and experience in delivering capital projects.
- Experience of sustainable practices or Climate Action Plans.
- Experience in the areas of IT and digital innovation.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong relationships between the Board, the Executive and the organisation’s stakeholders.
- Crisis and strategic risk management experience, and a capacity to manage a crisis or potential crisis in a transparent way.
- Excellent knowledge of IMMA’s public sector duties; and of the national policy landscape as it impacts on the role and remit of IMMA.
Details
Location: Dublin
Closing date: 15:00 on Thursday 19th of November 2026
Frequently asked
- What are the essential requirements for this role?
- Candidates must demonstrate experience as a professional artist or arts practitioner with international experience, and knowledge in at least one of the following areas: recognised experience in contemporary visual arts, understanding of the role of the artist, understanding of curation and arts events, and knowledge of arts management.
- What are the desirable requirements for this role?
- Candidates should demonstrate experience in at least two of the following areas: current practising artist, knowledge of arts management, knowledge of the Irish language, knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion, experience in delivering capital projects, experience in sustainable practices, experience in IT and digital innovation, strong communication skills, crisis management experience, and knowledge of IMMA’s public sector duties.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 15:00 on Thursday 19th of November 2026.
- Where is the role located?
- The role is located in Dublin.