Trustee - Classic Boat Museum
- Contract Term: Casual
- Location: Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Part time
- Salary: Voluntary
Closing Date: December 20th 2024
Classic Boat Museum
Situated in Cowes and East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, the Classic Boat Museum has been telling visitors its wonderful maritime story since 1996. The Museum is across 2 sites and consists of the Boat Shed and the Gallery.
We are looking to appoint 4 new Trustees to help move the Classic Boat Museum forward as we continue to engage in our mission for the preservation of our historic collection, alongside our commitment to education and the local community.
THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
We are seeking candidates who have skills and experience in one or more areas:·
- Fundraising and sponsorship
- Marketing and social media
- IT and interactive displays
- Education and community engagement
- Maritime heritage
- Collections management
- Financial, particularly accountancy
- Experience as a legal practitioner relevant to Trusts
TIME COMMITMENT ·
A Trustee is expected to attend 6 Board meetings a year (usually Friday mornings 10 pm – 12 noon), including an Annual General Meeting in June.
To commit to participate in working groups relevant to their skills/expertise and to be proactive in their suggestions for the betterment of the Trust and its overall objectives.
Take an active interest in the activities of the museum and support events.
Undertake any necessary Trustee training and safeguarding courses and qualifications.
Support the work of the volunteers and freelance practitioners.
Please email your expression of interest to mark@maritimeisle.org with a brief CV and reasons why you are interested in the role as soon as possible. Following this, formal application details will be provided for submission by the closing date. Please also ask if you need further information.