Trustee(s)

with Scarborough Museums, Culture and Creative Trust

This is both an exciting and challenging time for Scarborough Museums Culture and Creative Trust (SMCCT). Our priority is to re-establish the Trust as a leading voice in the cultural life of the North Yorkshire, able to play a central role in the cultural and economic renaissance of Scarborough.

We are therefore seeking 4-5 new trustees to ensure the Board has the diverse range of expertise and perspectives necessary to ensure the effective governance of the Trust. As a Trustee of SMCCT, you will be responsible for ensuring the strategic direction, financial health, and governance of the organisation. Trustees play a vital role in safeguarding the mission, values, and long-term sustainability of the museum and gallery. You will work closely with the CEO, staff, and other Trustees to ensure the organisation thrives and serves its public mission effectively.

For further information and how to apply, please visit our Website https://scarboroughmuseumsandgalleries.org.uk/job-vacancies/
Closing date: Sunday 3rd November 2024

Skills or experience required?:

As well as having a passion for history, heritage, arts and culture we are particularly looking for people who can bring expertise in one or more of the following areas:
• Finance, preferably a qualified accountant or someone with significant experience in financial management.
• Contemporary museum practice, art history, museum studies, or a related field.
• Fundraising.
• Retail, hospitality and/or office rental sector.
• Educational programming and/or community engagement either within a museum, gallery, or in the wider cultural sector
• Legal, ideally with experience in charity law, employment, and/or cultural property law.
• Organisational development and/or HR

You will require?: Criminal Record Check (DBS)

This opportunity is suitable for: Wheelchair users

Frequency of opportunity: Ongoing

Can this opportunity be home based?: No

What are the areas of interest?: Arts, culture & heritage, Business & finance, Fundraising, Trustee & committee

Type(s) of cause supported: Arts, culture & heritage, Education & learning, Local community

Where is the opportunity located?: Scarborough

Includes out of pocket expenses?: Yes

How many hours per week is this opportunity?: Board meetings are usually held on Thursday afternoon, but this varies commitment is equivalent to half a day a month

You can volunteer for this opportunity at the following times:

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Afternoon
Evening