BCA search for new Chair as Dawn Hill CBE retires
BCA’s current chair, Dawn Hill CBE is retiring. Dawn Hill has executed the role with distinction for 7 years, delivering a successful £7 million capital campaign, securing interim support from DCMS, recruiting an executive team and leading the BCA’s support for those affected by the Windrush scandal.
BCA is now looking for an exceptional Chair with a strong network who is dynamic, creative and compelling to work with our Managing Director and Board of Trustees to guide our unique organisation through the next stage of its development, including the implementation of its 2030 vision.
About BCA
Inspired by Pan-African civil rights leader Queen Mother Moore, the founders established Black Cultural Archives in 1981 with a mission to create Britain’s first museum dedicated to representing the culture and history of Black people in Britain.
Today BCA is a national institution dedicated to collecting, preserving and showcasing the histories of black people in Britain and their place in British history.
BCA opened its landmark HQ at 1 Windrush Square, Brixton in 2014.
Its strategic objectives up to this year have been:
• to grow its collection
• to provide inspiring learning experiences
• to change the teaching of British history by leading the debate and inspiring others to play an active role in reshaping the national narrative
• to develop a sustainable organisation
The Board of Trustees has undergone renewal bringing in new governance capability in readiness for the next critical phase of BCA’s evolution for the next 10 years. A new Managing Director, was appointed in March 2019.
BCA will launch its new 10 year strategy, currently in draft form pending stakeholder consultation, in Spring 2020. This is an exciting time to join a unique, valued and internationally significant organisation on the brink of transformation.
About you
You will be joining a talented and committed Board of Trustees and should be able to attract funding or hold events that generate substantial revenues for BCA as well as bring your time and skills to complement the current Board of Trustees.
If you are passionate about leading a unique African and Caribbean heritage organisation which has a significant role in Black British History then this role could be a perfect fit for you. Current board members may apply for the role.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Saturday 29th February 2020.
If you would like to apply, please send your CV and covering letter to
The covering letter should highlight your interest in BCA and motivation for joining our Board. Please also detail your availability and relevant experience.
Download the full recruitment pack at https://blackculturalarchives.org/vacancies