WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Unity Theatre is a values-led venue with a busy programme and a complex funding mix. This maternity cover Executive Director role is central to keeping Unity stable, compliant and financially resilient whilst also strengthening the systems and income pipelines that help the organisation thrive.
You’ll be the organisation’s senior lead for governance, finance controls and trusts/grants fundraising, ensuring the Board has clear information for decisions, the team is well-supported, and Unity’s public work can happen safely and sustainably. This is a hands-on leadership role where good judgement, strong relationships and clear process can make a visible difference within 9 months.
PURPOSES OF THE ROLE
To provide operational and strategic leadership for Unity Theatre during a 9-month maternity cover period, ensuring strong governance, financial oversight, HR good practice, safeguarding policy oversight, and delivery of an effective trusts and grants fundraising programme.
A key focus of this role is not only continuity, but improvement - strengthening income pipelines, decision-making information, and internal systems so Unity is consistently in a better position.
YOUR CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Governance and Company Secretary
1. Act as Company Secretary for Unity Theatre, ensuring strong governance practice and compliance with legal/regulatory re...