RIBA Committees appointments
The RIBA Board was created in March 2020 following constitutional changes. It’s responsible for the management of the Royal Institute of British Architects' business and members are trustees of RIBA as a charity.
The RIBA Board oversees four standing committees: Audit & Risk Committee, Nominations Committee, Remuneration Committee and Standards Committee.
The RIBA Board also has four additional committees to support its work: Cultural Knowledge & Outreach, Education & Learning, Membership and Practice & Policy.
It is an exciting time to join the organisation as we continue to develop our House of Architecture programme. Building on our nearly 200 years of history, this major investment programme will transform our digital technology, world-class architectural collections and London headquarters.
It will reinforce our identity as an outward-looking cultural institution, help us promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of architecture, and celebrate our members’ work.
Each committee has several roles, some that are open to RIBA Members and some that seek specific non-architect expertise.
We want to identify candidates who will bring diversity of thought, background and lived experience to these committees, and who will support the board in effecting culture change.
Find out more about the vacancies and benefits of applying below.
Vacancies
Chair of the House of Architecture Programme (HOAP) Committee
The HOAP Committee Chair is responsible for providing effective leadership and we are looking for an individual to:
- lead the HOAP Committee
- exhibit project and programme management capabilities
- ensure alignment with RIBA's strategic goals and ethical standards
- foster relationships with stakeholders to support fundraising and development
- oversee progress and provide guidance on key initiatives
The HOAP Committee will provide support and appropriate challenges to the steering groups and support the teams in maintaining a network of relationships with key stakeholders. They also play an active role in supporting our fundraising and development objectives.
Working with the Chair of the Board of Trustees and the CEO, the HOAP Committee Chair will lead in setting strategic direction and monitoring the progress of the HOAP by ensuring that RIBA activities focus on advancing our charitable purposes and strategic goals.
Primarily, we are looking for people whose skills and experience will complement those of the current committee and who can work with our executive team to support the delivery of RIBA’s strategic ambitions.
HOAP Committee Chair role description, personal specification and application information (PDF)
Cultural Knowledge & Outreach Committee
Two RIBA Council Members
Two RIBA Student Members and a RIBA Associate Member or individuals who are eligible to become a RIBA Member and not on Council or a Board member
One non-architect, subject-matter experts in (i) arts/culture (including digital outreach), (ii) audience/public engagement and (iii) social impact/public benefit
Membership Committee
Two RIBA Council Members
Three RIBA Members or individuals who are eligible to become a RIBA Member and not on Council or Board member
Members will need to represent a range of: size of practice, specialism, geographical location (including international) and type of membership including students.
Membership Committee role description, personal specification and application information (PDF)
Practice & Policy Committee
Two RIBA Council members
Two RIBA Members or individuals who are eligible to become a RIBA Member and not on Council or Board member. We are looking for a sector specialist and client representative
One non-architect, subject-matter expert in advocacy, public relations, lobbying government and/or measuring impact of campaign/service
One non-architect, client representative - must have regular interaction with architect practices, and commissioning work on a regular basis
Practice & Policy Committee role description, personal specification and application information (PDF)
Why should you apply?
1. To support the profession – by sitting on one of these committees, you will help to position RIBA as a critical community to provide support for architects. This means ensuring high standards both internally and amongst the membership, developing policy and strategy based on member insight and expertise, and amplifying the voices of members to encourage systemic change.
2. To invest in your own personal development – you will meet new people, learn new skills and gain knowledge, listen to and learn from others’ perspectives and play a crucial part in shaping the organisation’s future.
3. To advance architecture and its positive impact on society – by helping RIBA to achieve its goals, you will be ensuring our charitable purpose: the advancement of architecture and the promotion of the acquirement of the knowledge of the Arts and Sciences connected therewith. This means ensuring architects deliver for people and our planet.
Please contact ribagovernance@riba.org with any questions.
Find out more about RIBA Council, including current committee members.
