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Title

Magpie Dance: Trustee with Fundraising Experience

Organisation

Magpie Dance

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What you will be doing

We are looking to appoint a new trustee with an understanding of fundraising and the charity sector.
The incoming trustee will support the board by advising on opportunities within the wider charity sector and how we can leverage these at Magpie. The trustee will also bring strategic insight alongside our experienced fundraising professional and investment-focused board members.
The appointed trustee will also champion Magpie Dance as an active ambassador, helping us build connections and raise our profile across fundraising, charity and arts sector networks.

Activities

Fundraising,Trusteeships & Committees

Skills & Attributes

Fundraising

Skills Description

* Solid experience within the fundraising and charity sector * Some experience of multi-channel marketing is desirable. * Commitment to the vision and mission of Magpie Dance * Understanding of the legal duties, responsibilities, and liabilities of Trustees c Willingness to devote the necessary time, thought, and energy to the role c Great communication and interpersonal skills * Willingness to listen, contribute, and collaborate as part of a team * Tact and diplomacy * Ability to make balanced and adequately informed decisions, thinking about the short term as well as the long term * Willingness to make use of your specific skills and experience to benefit Magpie Dance * Commitment to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership * Previous experience on a Board is not essential.

What is in it for you

Our mission is to enable people with learning disabilities to reach their full personal, social and artistic potential through dance. We make a difference to over 1,200 participants every year and they are at the heart of everything we do!

Time Commitment

Trustees are appointed for an initial term of three years and are eligible for re-appointment to an additional term of three years by mutual consent. This is an unpaid, voluntary role. Trustees are expected to attend five Board meetings per year, which last around 2 hours and take place in the evenings. Trustees are also encouraged to attend Magpie Dance classes, performances, and events throughout the year.

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Directions

Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

https://www.magpiedance.org.uk/trustee-recruitment/

Application Process

Application Form

ID Check

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

References

Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

Magpie Dance is committed to working flexibly to meet the needs of a diverse Board, and we are open to discussing any support that a candidate may require to fully contribute and undertake their duties as a Trustee, such as access requirements, digital/technical support, training, and reasonable expenses such as travel or childcare.