Essential Attributes
Commitment to the Arts and Community
- Demonstrable interest and a strong commitment to both the arts and community engagement.
Strategic Thinking and Vision
- Ability to contribute to long-term planning with insight and innovative thinking.
Governance Experience
- Understanding of and familiarity with trustees’ duties and the principles of good governance.
Financial Acumen
- Ability to understand financial reports and contribute to financial discussions.
Risk Management
- Competence in identifying and managing organisational risk.
Advocacy and Communication
- Effective communication and advocacy skills and able to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to serve as an ambassador for the Theatre to partners, funders, and the wider community.
Diversity and Inclusion
- Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity within the board and the organisation.
- Awareness and understanding of the social and cultural contexts in which the Theatre operates.
Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a meeting setting.
- Skills in consensus-building and conflict resolution.
Desirable Attributes
Professional Expertise
- Background in areas such as education, media, performing arts/entertainment, tourism, capital development, finance, fundraising, and income generation.
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Leadership Experience
- Proven leadership skills in previous board or management roles.
- Experience in guiding strategic initiatives and leading organisational change.
Environmental Sustainability
- Experience or an interest in environmental sustainability practices, aligning with the Theatre’s commitment to becoming Scotland’s first net-zero theatre.
Community Connections
- Strong networks within the community that the Theatre serves or in the broader networks within which it operates.
- Ability to leverage connections for the benefit of the Theatre’s development and outreach efforts.
- Ability to engage with and contribute to diverse cultural and community settings, promoting inclusivity and community integration in the Theatre’s operations.
