The role of the Board of the Gallery includes responsibility for the Gallery’s statutory functions, the provision of overall leadership and development of strategy.It ensures that high standards of corporate governance are maintained and that the Gallery has effective control systems, decision-making processes and management in place.The Board complements the executive by providing support and advice while also, where necessary, challenging the status quo.
The Board consists at any time of 12 to 14 Trustees, one of whom is appointed by the Board of Tate and the remainder by the Prime Minister. The Gallery wishes to draw its Trustees from as diverse a range of backgrounds as possible.
Person specification
Essential criteria
* A demonstrable interest in the National Gallery and love of paintings and art
* An understanding of the importance to the Gallery of fundraising and a commitment, as a leader of the Gallery, to work with the development team to contribute to the delivery of the Gallery’s fundraising ambitions
* Excellent judgment and the ability to contribute to Board discussion and strategy and policy development
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent and advocate for the Gallery
* The ability to work collaboratively with other Trustees and senior management of the Gallery
* A commitment to improving opportunities for people throughout the UK and access to people from a diverse range of backgrounds
Desirable criteria
Digital Trustee:
An individual with networks acrossthe tech sector, a good understanding of the digital landscape, including emerging technologies, digital trends, and their potential impact on the National Gallery, both on its internal organisation and its wider audience and the ability to effectively chair the Gallery’s Digital Advisory Board.
Fundraising Trustees:
who can demonstrate any combination of the following:
* Philanthropic experience
* Broad ranging networks
* Ability to strategically assist the Development Department
* Ability to support the Chairman in leading a major capital campaign and the creation of a multi-million pound endowment.
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