Trustee vacancy – Bow Street Police Museum

Trustee Vacancies

Bow Street Police Museum opened in May 2021 and is one of London’s newest independent museums. We are currently looking to recruit two new Trustees to join our Board, specifically to take on the role of Treasurer, and to support the museum to develop a fundraising strategy.

Museum Overview

Located in the former Police Station and Magistrate’s Court on Bow Street, our exhibitions are filled with rich stories of investigations, arrests and justice being served. From the earliest watchmen and Bow Street Runners, to the modern Magistrates presiding over cases of international renown – peoples’ stories are at the heart of our content.

As a museum, our purpose is to engage audiences in an ongoing conversation about the history of policing on Bow Street. Through our exhibitions, talks, workshops and events we aim to explore the impact of law and order on the culturally rich and diverse communities of Covent Garden, both throughout history and today.

As an organisation, we are committed to providing opportunities that are inclusive and accessible to all. We strive to ensure our work reflects and represents the voices of everyone connected to our history.

Roles and Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new organisation linked to a unique London story. We are currently looking for Trustees to take on the following roles and responsibilities.

Treasurer

• Oversee the financial affairs of the museum to ensure they are legal, constitutional and within accepted accounting practices.
• Oversee the production of financial reports and accounts for internal and independent examination.
• Oversee the production of an annual budget, and work with the Museum Manager on cash flow projections and budget setting.
• Monitor the financial health of the museum and regularly report the museum’s financial position at board meetings, ensuring all board members have a clear understanding of the accounts.
• Appoint and liaise with any third parties providing financial services to the museum.

Charity Fundraising

• Support the work of the Treasurer.
• Oversee the development of the museum’s fundraising strategy.
• Work with the Museum Manager on increasing opportunities for individual donations, sponsorship and/or project funding.

Commitment

We are looking for Trustees who will take an active role in the governance of the museum, attending regular board meetings (up to eight per year), reading papers, contributing to key discussions, offering guidance on new initiatives, and helping to deliver results related to their specific area of expertise.

In addition to the specific responsibilities of their role, we ask that all Trustees contribute to:

• The establishment of a clear strategic direction for the museum.
• The development of operational and legal policies and procedures.
• Defining goals.
• Setting targets.
• The evaluation of the museum’s performance and activities.
• The oversight of risks and opportunities for the museum.
• Practices that ensure the financial stability of the museum.
• The effective administration of the museum – ensuring resources are used well and for their intended purpose.
• The establishment of a Code of Conduct.

To apply

To apply for a role as Trustee please email an expression of interest, accompanied by your CV, to [email protected]

Deadline for applications extended to 12noon Monday 3 October.

Interviews will be conducted during October, with a view for successful candidates to formally take up their position by the end of 2022.