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Chair of Board of Trustees of Music Charity working in Pentonville Prison

East London Metropolitan Opera

Chair of a Board of trustees with experience of charity governance needed for a music charity working in Pentonville Prison.

Detailed Description

We are seeking a new chair of our board for a charity that runs music workshops in Pentonville Prison. The project called Music in the Ville (under the umbrella charity ELMO) employs professional musicians of all genres to work with the men, encouraging self expression which in turn improves well being, helps alleviate mental health problems and thus improves behaviour and relationships between the men and staff. The Chair needs to have experience in charity governance, an appreciation of the beneficial effect of the arts on well being, and an ability to work with others. Financial and. fundraising experience is desirable but not essential. You will be expected to act as ambassador at events.

Activities you will be doing

Administration,Finance & Accountancy,Trusteeships & Committees,Legal

What skills are required for this role

Admin, Evaluating & Reviewing, Managing People, Organising & Planning

Why these skills are required

Financial management charity governance risk management Charity law

What is in it for you

The Music in the Ville project is run by a dedicated team of musicians overseen by the artistic director and founder of the charity. This is an exciting time to be joining a dynamic and successful charity and have the satisfaction that you will be part of an organisation playing an important role in improving the life chances of men in prison.

Time Commitment

From one hour up to five hours a month, depending on whether there is an event happening.

E9 7DY

4o Chelsfield House, Penshurst road

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
16+
We Welcome
We particularly welcome candidates with lived experience of prison. We also welcome applicants from a multi-ethnic background.
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