Are you passionate about preserving our maritime heritage and ensuring it enriches communities across the UK? Could you lead the Maritime Heritage Trust in making more people aware of, care for, and share this rich heritage in all its dimensions?
Keep our heritage afloat! The Maritime Heritage Trust is seeking a new Chair and additional Trustees to lead our unique national charity. We support the UK’s historic ships, boats, ports, coastal structures, and sites while promoting the cultural, social, and environmental dimensions of our rich maritime heritage.
The Maritime Heritage Trust is at an exciting point in its development. A recent governance review, growth in membership, and increased income have positioned us to expand our impact. Our aim is a society where maritime heritage—from historic vessels and ports to traditions and knowledge—is valued and accessible to everyone.
The Trust is the only national, membership-based body spanning the UK’s historic vessels and wider maritime heritage. The Trust wants to continue pushing forward the process of renewal, strengthen board operations, help members adapt to current preservation and sustainability challenges, and build stronger links to maritime and inland water communities.
Number of meetings per annum/time commitment: 4 Board Meetings pa usually online, plus two or three extra (e.g. AGM) in person ; time commitment -12 days pa for Chair and 6 days for Trustees.
Daytime or evening meetings: Mainly evening
Closing date for applications:
For applications for Chair: 16 May
For applications for Trustees: 20 June
Contact details or web link for applicants to find out more: [email protected]
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