Trustee

To strengthen our board, we particularly need expertise in:

• Fundraising & Development (trusts/foundations, corporate partnerships)
• Climate & Emissions Efficiency (sustainable practices, carbon reduction)
• Corporate Property & Venue Management (leasing, facilities, asset optimisation)
• Hospitality & Commercial Operations (income generation, marketing, events)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Team in realising Alphabetti’s vision and long-term sustainability
• Ensure robust governance, financial health, and risk management.
• Act as an ambassador, championing Alphabetti’s missions to funders, stakeholders and communities

INTERESTED

Send an email with a one-page letter or three minute video, alongside a completed equal opportunities form to: support@alphabettitheatre.co.uk, with ‘Trustee Recruitment’ in the subject line.

In your letter or video you may wish to consider the following questions:

- What about being a trustee for Alphabetti interests you?

- What expertise or experience could you bring to the board of trustees?

- How would you describe your relationship (if any) to Newcastle and the North East?

- How would you describe your relationship (if any) to theatre and the arts?

If you would like any further information, or if you would like to arrange an informal conversation with a member of the team prior to applying, please contact via the email address above, or call us on 01912619125. If there is anything we can do to make the application process more accessible for you, please let us know

Skills

• Attend 4 board meetings yearly (hybrid/in-person) and contribute to subcommittees.
• Take part in training and development in line with Alphabetti’s vision and mission (e.g. anti racism training, deaf awarreness training)
• Warmly encouraged to regularly attend performances and key events at Alphabetti throughout the year
• Communication skills in preson and in writing