Looking for a new challenge? We are seeking three new trustees to join the board. A background in classical music is not required just a willingness to support this exciting charity.
What difference will you make?
The trustees play an integral role in steering the charity towards its strategic mission to transform perceptions of classical music and ensuring that the organisation continues to grow, adapt and improve.
What are we looking for?
The Board supports the work of MishMash Productions and provides leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by the MishMash Productions' Artistic and Executive Director, the Board-Senior Leadership relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. We are looking for individuals who share our passion for live music and inclusive practice. We need board members to Be an advocate and ambassador Be present and participate Bring your expertise Give your time Trustee duties will include Contributing to, reviewing and updating charity policies and strategic plan. Monitoring the charity's compliance to all statuary and government regulations. Acting as an ambassador and advocate for the charity's mission and vision. Taking a lead role with a sub-group. Supporting our fundraising and networking through the identification and connection with potential donors and partners. Trustees will be expected to attend quarterly board meetings as well as any other emergency meetings and attend charity activities and events throughout the year. We estimate the time commitment of a Board Member is approximately 10 hours per month. The position is voluntary and you will receive no remuneration for this work, but reasonable expenses (such as travel to meetings, additional childcare costs etc) may be reimbursed. In addition, the Chair of Trustees will be expected to Lead meetings of the board of trustees Support the Artistic and Executive Director, acting as a channel of communication between board and staff. Meet monthly with the Artistic and Executive Director. Carry out annual Performance Reviews for the Artistic and Executive Director according to the Charity's policy. Acting as a figurehead for the charity, representing it at functions, meetings and events etc Challenging trustees to be appropriate custodians of the charity's vision, mission and founding principles Ensuring appropriate and timely regulatory reporting and that key strategic decisions are taken. Creating and maintaining an inclusive and effective working environment during board meetings Modelling the Nolan principles and expecting other trustees to do the same Taking urgent action between board meetings where necessary and required.
What will you be doing?
MishMash Music exists to reimagine classical music for young people and families – making it inclusive, engaging, and relevant. Following the transition to charitable status in April 2025 we are looking to recruit up to three new trustees to join our board. We are particularly looking for individuals with strategic leadership and financial experience to fill roles as Chair and Deputy Chair and to provide additional expertise in financial management. Please note that first-hand experience of classical music isn't essential to be a trustee. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and understand the value of a board with a range of perspectives and backgrounds. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, principally those from the following groups global majority ethnicities and identities, Disabled, LGBTQIA+ and those facing social barriers to accessing the arts. Please see the recruitment pack here for more information on trustee roles and on how to apply. Closing date of Friday 17th October at 5pm.