Chair Of Board

The Chair will work closely with the CEO / Artistic Director and Executive Director to support the organisation through its next phase of growth, helping to strengthen governance, sharpen strategic focus and champion our mission at a senior level.

This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the direction of an artistically ambitious charity working at the intersection of theatre, social justice and public services. We are looking for a Chair who brings:

– Senior level leadership experience, with the confidence to chair meetings effectively and foster inclusive, productive discussion.
– A strong understanding of good charity governance, or the ability to develop this quickly.
– Strategic thinking skills, with experience of organisational growth, change or consolidation.
– The ability to build trusting relationships with executive staff and fellow trustees.
– A commitment to PlayingON’s mission and values, and a belief in the power of theatre and creativity to effect social change.
– Experience of fundraising, income diversification or financial oversight within the charity or cultural sector.
– Knowledge of one or more of PlayingON’s key areas or work (e.g. care-experienced young people, education, probation, mental health or youth justice).
– Networks that could support PlayingON’s development, partnerships or profile.