About the Board
We're looking for Non‑Executive Directors/Trustees to help drive the long‑term sustainability of the Citizens Theatre by strengthening its earned and contributed income, strengthening governance and strategic oversight, and ensuring it delivers its artistic mission and public value.
Purpose of the Role
To help drive the long‑term sustainability of the Citizens Theatre by strengthening its earned and contributed income, strengthening governance and strategic oversight, and ensuring it delivers its artistic mission and public value.
Key Responsibilities
Governance and Strategy
- Contribute to setting and monitoring organisational strategy to deliver a sustainable business model
- Support strategies that grow ticket income, secondary spend (bar, events), venue hire and philanthropic income
- Ensure strong governance and regulatory compliance, in line with the company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Act as a custodian of the organisation’s mission and values
Income Generation
- Actively support income generation
- Contribute networks, insight or expertise
- Champion fundraising and audience growth
Advocacy and Ambassadorship
- Act as an ambassador for the Citizens Theatre
- Build relationships that support the organisation’s profile and impact
Specialist Contribution
- Experience in at least one of the following priority areas: Ethical philanthropy and fundraising; Hospitality, trading and sustainable commercial business development
Person Specification
- Commitment to the mission of the Citizens Theatre
- Strategic thinking and sound judgement
- Ability to work collaboratively at Board level
- Willingness to contribute actively beyond Board meetings
- Understanding of governance responsibilities (or willingness to learn)
Desirable
- Proven track record of growing income or audiences
- Experience at senior leadership level
- Strong networks relevant to the Citizens Theatre
Time Commitment
- Approximately 4–6 Board meetings per year
- Committee participation
- Occasional events and strategic sessions
Remuneration
Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Term of Office
4 years, renewable with a maximum of 2 terms
