Sheffield Heritage Charity seek Trustees

General Cemetery Co; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local heritage charity in Sheffield is seeking Trustees to support its governance and strategic direction. Candidates should have skills in organizational management, research, and fundraising. The role involves contributing to community activities and preserving a historic cemetery site. The Trust encourages diverse applicants, especially younger candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in organizational or business roles.
• Understanding of landscape biodiversity and ecology.
• Skills in research and storytelling for heritage.

Responsibilities

• Support and shape strategic direction of the Trust.
• Oversee activities related to research and interpretation.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts for the Trust.

Skills

Organisational skills

Research and interpretation

Landscape biodiversity and ecology

Fundraising skills

Job description

Sheffield General Cemetery Trust — Trustees

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Overview

The Sheffield General Cemetery is a fascinating and historic 13-acre green space in the heart of Sheffield. The Trust is volunteer-led with almost 100 volunteers and three part-time staff, restoring and maintaining the site and delivering a wide range of heritage, environmental, educational and community activities. The Trustees support and shape the strategic direction of the Charity and help safeguard its future.

Responsibilities

• Support and shape strategic direction of the Trust and contribute to its smooth and safe operation.
• Use past and present skills to help the Charity achieve its core purposes and plan for the future.
• Oversee activities including research and interpretation to tell the stories of the site.
• Support fundraising efforts, including grant bids.

What we are looking for

• Trustees ideally should have general organisational or business experience.
• Specific skills in:
• Research and interpretation – ‘telling the stories’
• Landscape – biodiversity, ecology
• Raising funds by grant bids

Commitment to diversity

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our Board. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including BAME communities and people with a disability, and encourage applicants aged 18 to 35 to apply to ensure young representation on the Board.

What will you be doing?

The Sheffield General Cemetery Trust has restored key historic buildings and maintains the landscape and public access for service users and visitors. Trustees will contribute to governance, strategy and fundraising to support ongoing preservation and community use of the site.

How to apply

To apply for this Trustee role, please submit your application through the platform. We encourage referrals as they increase your chances of interviewing.