The challenges facing the planet have never been greater. The next decade will be crucial in determining our future, and we at WWF are committed to creating a world where people and nature can thrive together. We’re acting now for a better future – finding ways to help transform the future for the world’s wildlife, rivers, forests and seas; campaigning urgently to tackle the climate crisis; and championing measures to help people live sustainably. As a Trustee, you will help us make a difference. You will play an essential role in applying your skills and experience to ensure that we have robust governance and a secure future. You will work with us to engage with a wide range of national and international stakeholders to increase our impact. We are committed to building a strong, diverse and inclusive Board, equipped for the future. If you are a collaborative, strategic leader with specialist skills and experience in international capital markets or safeguarding and human rights, we want to hear from you.

The Watermill Theatre seeks three new Board Members to join our Board of Trustees. Acting as Trustees of the Charity and Directors of the Company, Board Members are responsible for the governance of the theatre and for helping us to continue achieving our artistic ambitions. We would like to hear from candidates with experience and skills in; Artistic/Creative Work, Marketing, Outreach/Community Participation, Digital, Property Management/Development or Environment Sustainability. All candidates must be committed to diversity and inclusivity within the arts.

Salary: Voluntary – Unpaid. Travel Expenses covered.

Closing Date: Midday Friday 12 March 2021

To view the full job description and download an application form please visit https://www.watermill.org.uk/work_for_us

The Watermill Theatre is committed to equality of opportunity and access for all. We aim to create a working environment which values and respects the variety of lifestyles and cultures found within theatre and within our local community. The Watermill Theatre is a registered charity no.261430"

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Could you join The Parish Trust family as a treasurer? Since founding in 2019, we have grown exponentially and we now need someone who shares our vision and ethos to help drive our finances forward. You might be the person for this exciting role!

The Board is seeking to appoint two or three new trustees in the first half of 2021. This is an exciting time to contribute to shaping an influential, growing and high-profile organisation – at a time when our focus on social equality has never been more important.

The Board is also keen to benefit from the perspectives of young trustees. We offer a full induction programme and access to relevant training to all trustees."

The British American Drama Academy (BADA) was founded in 1984 to enable students from across the world to study classical theatre with leading actors and directors of the British theatre.

BADA is seeking two new Trustees who share our passion for theatre, theatre education and intercultural learning without barriers.

Of particular interest will be candidates with skills and experience in the following areas: • Diversity and equality • Educational planning/US education particularly study abroad • Partnerships and outreach • Financial or legal supervision • Digital Communication

We want our Trustees to share our passion for theatre and British theatre training, and have a strong empathy with our vision to enable US and other international students to participate fully in our courses, irrespective of barriers they may face linked to ethnicity, class, disability, gender, sexuality, socio-economic or any other.

We particularly encourage applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to achieve a more dynamic company.

We are looking for new Trustees to join our Board at an exciting & challenging time. We want to meet dynamic individuals who share the belief that the arts can change people’s lives and shape the places where we live. We are looking to appoint several new Board members who can bring fresh perspectives during this period of change.

"Our trustees are the guardians of our community, vision, values and strategy. Their role is to support and challenge GCA to deliver the best possible support to the community it serves and to act in the best interests of the organisation.

Strategy

· To set the vision, mission, values and overall strategy in close collaboration with the GCA operational team.

· To put our vision and outcomes for our beneficiaries ahead of GCA corporate interests and where these are in tension and to have the courage to challenge.

· To agree GCA’s goals and targets and ensure performance is evaluated against these targets.

Support

· To ensure GCA has fit-for-purpose systems and infrastructure, and that the staff are effectively recruited, developed, retained and given appropriate authority to act.

· To act as an advocate and representative of the centre at all times.

Stretch

· To challenge and stretch the organisation to be appropriately ambitious about outcomes, quality and value-for-money and to balance short term imperatives against a longer-term perspective.

Scrutiny

· To scrutinise plans and proposals to ensure they are robust and informed by evidence.

· To ensure that GCA complies with its Articles of Association, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.

Stewardship

· To appoint senior staff, support and performance manage them.

· To be guardians of GCA’s values, reputation and key relationships

· To approve the budget and accounts and ensure financial stability and value-for-money.

· To listen and take into account the voices of all stakeholders when making key strategic decisions.

· To comply with the legal duties of a charity trustee and company director, the Charity Commissioner’s Charity Governance Code."