The Inuit Art Foundation (IAF) is seeking applications for 2-3 new positions on its Board of Directors, which plays a vital role in ensuring the IAF fulfills its mission. The Board determines policy, strategic direction, programming priorities and oversees senior management.
Not an artist? That’s ok! While board experience is helpful, it is not necessary and you don’t need to be an experienced artist either. We only expect that you have a passion for Inuit art and genuine desire to help us guide our mission of supporting Inuit artists and connecting them with opportunities.
The IAF Board is Inuit-led and must be at least 2/3 Inuit, including all members of the Executive Committee. Therefore, we are looking for both Inuit and non-Inuit applicants.
Ideally we would like candidates to apply before November 20th, 2025. However, we will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
Check out our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan and see what we are all about. We are seeking interested individuals with a broad range of skills and interests, but it is a special priority to have comprehensive representation from various artistic disciplines and all four regions of Inuit Nunangat (including Inuit living in the south). As such, we are strongly encouraging applications from individuals who:
- Reside in Inuit Nunangat
- Are Nunavummiut or Inuvialuit
- Speak any dialect of Inuktut (fluency is an asset but not required)
- Practice any form of visual art or are curators or museum professionals
- Have legal or HR expertise and knowledge
We are also seeking a Director-in-Training: a young, emerging arts leader interested in being mentored and learning about Board work (this position is an advising, but not voting, role)
Board terms are normally for 3 years. IAF Board of Directors dedicate approximately 2-3 hours per month for meetings and preparation. Remote participation is possible, however the board aims to gather in-person twice per year in the North and the South (expenses paid).
This is your chance to provide vital strategic leadership for the future of Inuit art.