*NEW | Job opportunity at Akademi | Trustees

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Vacancy: Trustees

As part of our ongoing board development, we are welcoming new trustees in the coming months. This period of transition will see the departure of some long-serving board members, whose contributions have been invaluable over the years. This process is an exciting opportunity to inject fresh perspectives and expertise into our organisation, with lived experience in the fields within which we operate, to strengthen our impact and shape our future direction.

Our trustees play a pivotal role in providing strategic leadership and governance for the charity. While the organisation gains from their skills and ideas, it is an ideal opportunity for someone who is aspiring for professional development as well as wishing to make a significant contribution to culture in our society.

We wish to continue to develop a board that is reflective of our stakeholders and participants which will expand and diversify the experience and voices on our board of Trustees. We are recruiting new trustees particularly with expertise or lived experience in the following fields.

  • Environment and sustainability (research, advocacy,
    policy)
  • Education including Special Education Needs and
    Disabilities
  • Work with local authorities and community settings
  • National Health Service (NHS)
  • Legal
  • Artistic background (particularly with knowledge of
    South Asian dance)
  • Development / Fundraising


Akademi is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and recognises the importance and advantages of diverse workplaces, boards and communities. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and perspectives to join us and connect with us about the role of Chair or Trustee opportunities.

If you’d like this call-out in any other accessible format, please get in touch with us.

Remuneration

In compliance with charity law, the role of trustee is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although reasonable expenses may be claimed.

Duration

3 years renewable for a further 2 by negotiation

Time commitment

  • Minimum of 4 board meetings per year 
  • Up to 4 sub-committee/working group meetings per year  
  • At least 1 board away day and/or training event each year 
  • Attendance at Akademi events
  • Background reading and preparation as required  

Location

Meetings usually take place in London. There is a provision of virtual/ hybrid meeting as well.

Application timeline

  • Deadline for application – rolling deadline over the few months. If you are interested in the role, please apply as soon as possible.
  • Initial meetings – will be held with the Nominations Committee by mutual agreement

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