Trustee vacancy – Ware Museum

Founded in 1985, Ware Museum tells the story of life in the town from the Mesolithic period to the present day. We are looking for trustees who bring diverse voices to our board, hold strong connections to Ware and the surrounding area, and have a passion for museums and cultural heritage.

The Museum’s mission is to provide a museum service that encourages everyone who works, lives or visits Ware to be engaged by its past, present and future. We do this by enabling people to access and share the collections and heritage of Ware and the surrounding area for inspiration, learning and enjoyment.

Trustee Role Description 

Key duties: 

• To ensure that the CIO complies with its governing document, charity law and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
• To contribute actively to the role of the Board of Trustees, using any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the Board make sound decisions and in particular, take a pro-active interest in any particular areas of expertise.
• To ensure the financial stability of the CIO.

Required skills, experience and values:

Skills

• Governance

• Strategic Perspective
• Communications
• Advocacy
• Interpersonal Skills and Team Work

Experience

• Local historical knowledge
• Experience of the heritage or cultural sector

Values

• Adherence to the Code of Ethics for Museums
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusivity

Ware Museum is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. For more information about the role please visit our website: Help Us – Ware Museum

Number of meetings per annum/time commitment: 6 meetings per annum

Daytime or evening meetings: Daytime/early evening

Closing date for applications: 31 March 2023

Contact details or web link for applicants to find out more: manager@waremuseum.org.uk;

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