Museum Chief Executive
We are seeking a Chief Executive to lead our team. The post holder will ensure delivery of the Museum’s Mission Statement; take overall responsibility for the financial sustainability of the Museum through income generation, fund raising and marketing; maintain the Museum Accreditation standard; and ensure that the curatorial, research and education objectives of the Museum are delivered.
Key responsibilities:
Work with the Board to agree and deliver the Business Plan
Development, production, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of the Museum’s overall Forward Plan
Delivery of the Museum’s Curatorial, Active Archaeology, Education and Volunteering Service, ensuring staff have resources to deliver outcomes
Ensure maintenance of the Museum Accreditation Scheme standard
Work with staff and trustees to lobby and campaign at local and national levels for the preservation and interpretation of Kilmartin Glen’s landscape, archaeological and natural heritage
Oversight of the visitor experience
Delivery of Service Level Agreements in place with partners
Plan and curate the use of the Special Exhibition galleries going forward
Manage all costs
Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including reporting to OSCR and Companies House
Work to create positive relationships within the local community.
Salary is approx. £48,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
Closing date: 8am on Monday 11th May 2026.
1st interviews (online) will be held week of 18th May 2026. 2nd interviews (in person in Kilmartin) will be held week of 25th May 2026.
To apply, please download the application pack below, and return your completed application form along with a covering letter to Jenny Pendreigh by the closing date.
