National Portrait Gallery: 1 Trustee (Commercial) The role The chief role of Trustees is to assist the Chair in meeting the Board’s overall responsibilities under the Charities Act and in accordance with the guidance issued by the Secretary of State. Trustees offer guidance and expertise on the Gallery’s strategy and its practical implementation. They must be positive advocates for the Gallery, representing it to ministers, officials at DCMS, and others. They must also assist the Chair in ensuring that the Gallery’s affairs are conducted with probity. The person The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria: A good knowledge of the commercial/financial world and opportunities for increased self-generated growth. Experience of fundraising and the ability to act as an advocate of the National Portrait Gallery; a strong interest in the work of the National Portrait Gallery Ability to help the Board provide advice and opinions to staff on the development of the National Portrait Gallery’s Collection through the acquisitions and commissions process; to contribute to future policy and strategic developments with innovative thinking. An understanding of public life and the principles of good governance Excellent communication skills with a willingness to help develop wider audiences for the National Portrait Gallery and to build connections between museums. An understanding of the diverse communities in the UK and a commitment to promoting diversity.
National Portrait Gallery: 1 Trustee (Commercial) The role The chief role of Trustees is to assist the Chair in meeting the Board’s overall responsibilities under the Charities Act and in accordance with the guidance issued by the Secretary of State. Trustees offer guidance and expertise on the Gallery’s strategy and its practical implementation. They must be positive advocates for the Gallery, representing it to ministers, officials at DCMS, and others. They must also assist the Chair in ensuring that the Gallery’s affairs are conducted with probity. The person The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following essential criteria: A good knowledge of the commercial/financial world and opportunities for increased self-generated growth. Experience of fundraising and the ability to act as an advocate of the National Portrait Gallery; a strong interest in the work of the National Portrait Gallery Ability to help the Board provide advice and opinions to staff on the development of the National Portrait Gallery’s Collection through the acquisitions and commissions process; to contribute to future policy and strategic developments with innovative thinking. An understanding of public life and the principles of good governance Excellent communication skills with a willingness to help develop wider audiences for the National Portrait Gallery and to build connections between museums. An understanding of the diverse communities in the UK and a commitment to promoting diversity.
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