At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team to inspire creativity and tackle societal issues through the arts.
- Company: Scotland’s leading arts charity focused on transforming lives through creativity.
- Benefits: Gain invaluable experience, network with creative professionals, and make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a diverse board of volunteers dedicated to creativity and community regeneration.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of social change and empower communities through artistic engagement.
- Qualifications: Experience in leadership, passion for the arts, and commitment to social impact.
Impact Arts Chair Non-remunerated Established in 1994, Impact Arts is Scotland’s leading arts charity and social enterprise, whose vision is for a Scotland where people benefit from life transforming creativity that tackles inequalities and addresses poverty.
We transform people’s lives through participation in creative activities, and we use creative engagement to build people’s confidence and empower them to achieve their potential.
We place innovation, enterprise and creativity alongside outstanding delivery, sound management and a strong ethos of partnership to tackle society’s big issues.
Our talented in-house and freelance artists across Scotland and beyond ensure that our artistic programmes, exhibitions, performances and events are of the highest quality.
We exist to inspire creativity in people and regenerate our communities through a deep and rewarding relationship with the arts.
We are governed by our Board that comprises up to 13 Trustees.
All Trustees, including our Chair, are volunteers and uphold and represent our purpose, vision, values and mission in a personal and professional capacity.
They come from a range of backgrounds with experiences including youth work, equalities, mental health, social enterprise, placemaking, finance, HR and creative arts.
As a result they bring a wealth of experience and skills to the role.
In order to take the organisation forward, the Trustees wish to appoint a new Chair who will lead the organisation over the coming years.
Impact Arts has been through a period of significant growth
Chairperson employer: Impact Arts
Impact Arts is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead a pioneering arts charity that transforms lives through creativity. With a strong commitment to social impact and community regeneration, our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and empowers individuals from diverse backgrounds. As Chairperson, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our organisation while benefiting from a rich network of passionate professionals dedicated to tackling inequalities in Scotland.
