Elizabeth Gaskell’s House have several vacancies on their board of trustees. They want to take this opportunity to widen the range of skills and backgrounds on their board. As they enter their second decade they have with ambitions to reach wider audiences, develop their visitor offer and play a full part in the cultural life of Manchester.
They welcome applications from people with a wide range of skills and experience and will look positively on applications from people from all backgrounds to create a board that reflects the city and our commitment to equality and diversity.
You don’t need to have had any former trustee experience. If you have experience in charity governance or leadership then that’s fantastic. However, it is not a requirement as they will provide induction and opportunities for development to support you in your role. All our trustees must be willing to learn about charity governance and be committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.
Currently, they would like to strengthen their board in the following areas;
- Fundraising
- Commercial income generation.
- Audience development
- Community engagement
- Access and inclusion
- Business management
- Legal
They welcome applications from individuals with these skills but other skills are also welcome.
Closing date: 24 May 2024
Full details on the role, about Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, how to apply and what it means to be a Trustee at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House can be found in the Trustee Recruitment Pack on their website:
https://elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk/get-involved/the-board-of-trustees/trustee-vacancy-fundraising/