The Gloucester History Trust is looking to add two new trustees to their board of trustees for this exciting charity, which has an annual turnover of c£350,000 from running the Gloucester History Festival in September, its Spring Weekend in April and the King’s Talks programme.
These have become landmark festivals in both city and county since inception in 2011, and been recognised locally and nationally as premier league history events, mostly in the unique setting of Blackfriars.
The trustees seek candidates with a love of history and heritage, great histories, and a desire to build pride in Gloucester through hosting great and interesting speakers, and help take the Festival and related events to the next level – as our digital Winter Warmer programme goes live to international as well as domestic customers.
Applicants with experience in law and/or governance, of statutory reports to the Charities Commission, ensuring diversity and inclusion policies are up to date: with experience of festivals and events and or of relevant technology will be especially welcomed as will younger candidates.
Candidates with physical disabilities or transport challenges should be reassured that most of our meetings are digital and can be done from home.
Appointments are voluntary and unpaid, with monthly meetings, for which many employers should be able to provide time, and an opportunity to be more involved during Festival activity. Trustees also have the chance to meet our speakers and play a part in developing further our charitable aims, which include greater involvement of students and pupils.
Do spread the word and encourage enthusiastic, can do friends interested in this great charitable good cause to apply to: by 30th January 2025.
