Job Description

Synergy Theatre Project is looking to appoint a new trustee to join our Board and chair our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee.

Synergy is an award-winning arts and criminal justice organisation. Over the 25 years since the company was founded, we have developed a ground-breaking, interrelated programme of artistic work that builds a bridge from prison to social reintegration, prevents young people from entering the criminal justice system, and inspires change by capturing the imagination and affecting the feelings, behaviours and attitudes of participants and the public. We also seek to influence systemic change in the arts and criminal justice sectors.

Applicants for the role should have a chartered accountancy qualification or the equivalent, experience of working within the Creative Arts or Charity sectors and be prepared to chair our Finance, Audit and Risk Committee. They should also have an interest in the arts and social justice and a belief in the transformative power of theatre.

The role of Finance, Audit and Risk Committee Chair is crucial to ensuring we meet our legal responsibilities and, as a trustee, you will help to shape the growth and direction of the organisation.  Our Board meets quarterly, ideally in person at our office at Brixton House, and attends our events and productions during the year.

Essential criteria for the role

• Understanding of finance, audit and risk management, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit organisation
• Membership of the CCAB (Consultative Committee of Accountancy Bodies) and/or a qualified accountant
• Experience of chairing meetings

Desirable criteria

• Experience in the arts and/or charity sectors
• Understanding of the criminal justice sector
• Experience of holding a trustee or board level role

We are committed to bringing together people with diverse skills, knowledge, and experience to reflect the work of the company and the change we seek to make.  As some groups are under-represented on our board, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, in particular members of the Global Majority.

Please follow the link to our website to download the trustee recruitment pack with full details of the role and application process.