Trustee For Culture & Arts Organisation

Trustee For Culture & Arts Organisation

Trustee/Governor
J101677
At a glance

Skills

  • Fundraising events
  • Legal
  • HR
  • Volunteer management

Where

London, E8 1HE
Remote opportunity

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week
We ask that you are able to commit to a 12 month period.

Deadline

31 Jan 2025

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Join Cultural Fashion & Arts CIC as a Trustee! Help shape diverse cultural experiences through fashion and art. We're seeking passionate individuals with expertise in funding, events, fashion, art, HR, finance, or law. 

What will you be doing?

Join Cultural Fashion & Arts CIC as a Trustee and help us create experiences and resources that celebrate diversity through fashion and art!

Working with UK-based community groups and organisations, Cultural Fashion & Arts CIC creates experiences and resources that help celebrate, educate, and bring communities together.

Our current offering includes cultural workshops, film, fashion shows, cultural art, and bespoke creative projects with our Cultural Leads from representative backgrounds. 

​We are the official community focussed event delivery partner for Cultural Style Week, an annual event that encourages people across the world to celebrate their cultural heritage through fashion, hair and beauty.

We are about to enter a period of significant growth and we are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Board of Trustees. 

What are we looking for?

Skills and experience in any of the following areas would be beneficial:

  • Funding: Expertise in fundraising strategies, grant applications, and securing sponsorships to support organisational growth and sustainability.
  • Events: Experience in planning, organising, and managing events, with a focus on cultural and community engagement initiatives.
  • Fashion: Knowledge of the fashion industry, including cultural fashion trends, design, and event curation, to contribute to fashion-focused projects and events.
  • Art: Background in the arts, with experience in curation, creative direction, or arts education, to enhance the organisation’s artistic programmes.
  • Finance: Proficiency in financial management, budgeting, and accounting to ensure effective oversight of the organisation’s finances and resource allocation.
  • Law: Legal expertise, particularly in areas such as charity law, contracts, or intellectual property, to provide guidance on legal compliance and risk management.

We ask that you are able to commit to a 12 month period. 

What difference will you make?

As a Trustee, you'll play a pivotal role in our strategic development and project calendar helping us to shape the delivery of enriching experiences and resources including helping to:

  • Guide the strategic direction of the organisation, ensuring alignment with its mission to celebrate diversity and cultural heritage.
  • Enhance the reach and effectiveness of cultural programmes.
  • Advocate for inclusivity, making cultural experiences accessible to underserved groups.
  • Oversee financial stability and resource management.
  • Contribute creative and professional insights to amplify the quality and impact of cultural events.
  • Strengthen the organisation's leadership, accountability, and long-term success.

You will be passionate about diversity and inclusion and open to exploring new and creative ways to celebrate, educate, and bring communities together. 

Before you apply

Please send a short covering note explaining your interest and suitability. 

Causes
  • Arts
  • Black, asian and minority ethnic groups
  • Organisation type: 
    Not for profit

    Celebrating Cultural Diversity Through Educational Experiences 

     

    We are Cultural Fashion & Arts CIC, a community interest company that creates educational and celebratory...