BlackFest – Chair

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This is a voluntary role.

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Hours: Equivalent to 2 and a half days per month.
Reporting to: BlackFest Board.
Location: Liverpool.

Employer Bio

BlackFest is an annual grassroots homegrown combined Black arts festival founded in 2018 which platforms and develops work by Black creatives and communities in established arts venues and community spaces, bridging the gap between institutions and marginalised communities. The festival answers a crucial need in Liverpool’s cultural offer: celebrating Black arts. BlackFest is committed to presenting a diverse and innovative programme of new writing which speaks to and reflects British contemporary society and changing the status quo.

Job Description

BlackFest is seeking an inspiring and dynamic individual to join their team of committed and proactive directors and passionate team of freelance staff as Chair of the company. The position is unpaid, although reasonable travel and other expenses will be reimbursed.

They welcome all applicants who are willing to commit their time, energy, and experience to provide strategic support to the organisation. Furthermore, they are particularly interested in people who would bring an understanding of one or more of the following fields:

• Finance and accounting
• Legal services
• Sustainability and environmental concerns
• Learning and Communities
• Fundraising

Role Purpose

• Lead the Board and organisation through areas of development, expansion and artistic vision
• Ensure trustees fulfil their responsibilities to allow smooth Governance of BlackFest LTD
• Support the Artistic Director in working collaboratively with the board.

To read the full job description and to apply, please click here.

Deadline: Friday 17 February 2023.

Interviews: Week Commencing Monday 27 February 2023.

Contact Details: jubeda@blackfest.co.uk.