Overview

We are seeking new Board Directors to work alongside our Chair and Executive team in an exciting new chapter for our organisation, as we transition from a social enterprise model (CIC) into a charitable structure (CIO).

What difference will you make?

OUR IMPACT: As a small grassroots organisation, we have a disproportionately large – and growing – impact. Our audiences are growing year on year, with diverse representation and positive visitor feedback. We are focused on responding to real need in the local community and expanding our reach and influence in the cultural sector.

What are we looking for?

QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE: We are seeking inspiring and engaged individuals who share our values, help ensure best practice across the organisation, raise our profile locally and nationally, and work alongside our board and staff. We are particularly interested in people with the following experience:

• Previous experience of a Board and an understanding of good governance in the business, public or not-for-profit sector, and the duties and responsibilities of Board Directors.
• Experience of leading an organisation through significant change amid financial challenge and sector unpredictability.
• Strategic vision, creative thinking, independent judgement and the ability to focus on practical issues.
• Passion for the visual arts and the power of art and creativity to transform lives.
• A willingness to play an active role in fundraising and capital project planning.
• A connection to Eastbourne or the wider Southeast region.
• Diverse professional networks to support organisational objectives.
• Knowledge of and interest in environmental responsibility.
• Objectivity, fairness, integrity, wisdom, discretion and good judgment.

What will you be doing?

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Board provides entrepreneurial leadership within a framework of prudent and effective controls to enable risk to be assessed and managed. It sets Devonshire Collective’s strategic aims with the Executive and ensures the necessary financial and human resources are in place for the organisation to meet its objectives. It participates in the preparation and approval of the business plan, and monitors progress against key performance indicators. It ensures compliance with the organisation’s articles, company law, and current not-for-profit best practices. It supports and guides activities by attending Board meetings, committees, and related events. It participates in subcommittees and appoints the Director and approves remuneration. It safeguards financial stability, approves annual accounts, and ensures resources exist to deliver current and future activities. It acts as an ambassador for the organisation.