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 RoleTo 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
- Actively support income generation
- Contribute networks, insight or expertise
- Champion fundraising and audience growth
- Act as an ambassador for the Citizens Theatre
- Build relationships that support the organisation's profile and impact
- Experience in at least one of the following priority areas: Ethical philanthropy and fundraising; Hospitality, trading and sustainable commercial business development
- 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)
- Proven track record of growing income or audiences
- Experience at senior leadership level
- Strong networks relevant to the Citizens Theatre
- Approximately 4-6 Board meetings per year
- Committee participation
- Occasional events and strategic sessions
Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Term of Office4 years, renewable with a maximum of 2 terms
