Diverse City are looking for new Trustees and Chair of the Board.
Trustees play a central role for us, making important decisions about the management of our charity. Diverse City are seeking candidates who are committed to our core mission – achieving equity in the arts. We’re looking for people to work with us on making Diverse City the best it can possibly be.
We’re looking for trustees who have:
- a wholehearted commitment to our values and mission
- a team-focused approach to problem solving and management
- a commitment to fairness and achieving equality, diversity and inclusion
- the ability to listen to and respect the opinions of others
- the ability to think independently, strategically and creatively
- a willingness to learn about the role and responsibilities of a trustee
We’re most interested in these skills:
- Experience working with the Arts Council as a National Portfolio Organisation
- Fundraising
- Finance
- Digital Communications
What will I need to do?
As a Trustee you will be required to:
- attend four board meetings per year (remote)
- attend any additional ad hoc meetings deemed necessary by the board (usually 2-3 per year)
- attend one annual trustee and staff away day (in person)
- attend performances and events where possible (1-2 per year)
As Chair of the Board you will be required to:
- lead the board, set its agenda, ensure legal and financial governance duties are met effectively
- keep in touch with the organisation and its activities
- convene and lead board meetings and attend
- make decisions on matters that cannot be progressed without board authorisation, but cannot wait until the next board meeting.
- ensure the effectiveness of individual trustees and the Board as a whole.
- support the Executive in fundraising
- develop the Charity’s vision and strategy and monitor its implementation
- line manage the Executive team, and work closely with them
How Do I Apply?
To apply, please download and read carefully the Trustee Recruitment Pack and/or the Chair Recruitment Pack – all the information you’ll need is included.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 1st September, 2026.
