Advisory Council seeks new members
15 Apr 2014 11:44 AM
The Lord Chancellor's Advisory Council
on National Records and Archives is looking to appoint eight new
members
The
Council advises the Lord Chancellor on records and archival matters, in
particular access to historical information under the Freedom of Information
Act (FOI), and on policy issues relating to archival records.
It
is chaired by the Master of the Rolls, Lord Dyson and its 17 members include
experts with knowledge and experience in archives, digital archives, academic
research, information management, social and cultural history, Parliament and
the civil and diplomatic services.
Criteria
We
are looking for individuals who can demonstrate a proven ability to form an
independent view, have the ability to weigh up the balance of arguments,
scrutinise and influence policy and engage and facilitate in strategic
thinking.
Applicants should have a track record of contributing to
senior level discussions and also demonstrate expertise in one of the following
areas:
- archives policy and information
management
- use
of archives, e.g. as an academic or independent researcher, or journalist/media
professional
- public policy and government, e.g. through experience of
offering advice and undertaking scrutiny within the national political and
administrative framework of government
How
to apply
If
you fit the above criteria and would like to apply, you can find more
information on the Cabinet Office public appointments web pages and
our Advisory Council web pages. The closing
date for applications is 12 May
2014.