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Could you help The Reader further its mission? We are looking for four people to join The Reader Board of Trustees and/or Community Interest Company (CIC) Board of Directors. Of those:
- Two people will be required to join the Board of Trustees and the Audit Committee.
- One person will be required to join the Board of Trustees, the Community Interest Company (CIC) Board of Directors and Chair the Audit Committee.
- One person will be required to join the Board of Trustees.
We are looking for people with particular skills and experience in:
- Accountancy.
- Technology – in particular cybersecurity and AI systems, platforms and applications.
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
- Brand management, audience development or corporate partnerships.
- Experience of leading membership organisations or networks.
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If you feel like you would meet the above criteria but have no prior experience of being a Board Trustee or Director, we would encourage you to apply and will provide support and access to training if you were successful in your application.
We offer all candidates an exploratory call with a member of the Executive Team ahead of submitting an application. Please email jobs@thereader.org.uk to arrange.
How to apply (Deadline: midnight Sunday 9 August)
Please submit your CV alongside a covering letter which articulates how your experience connects to the role description and requirements, along with your completed Equal Opportunities Form to: jobs@thereader.org.uk by midnight Sunday 9 August.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to attracting a diverse range of candidates. Applicants who meet our minimum criteria and identify as one of the following will be guaranteed an interview: Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, LGBTQ+, those with disabilities, those with unconventional life experience or educational background.
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Section process and interviews
Shortlisting will take place on 20 August. If shortlisted, you will be invited to an interview on 14 September at our home in Calderstones Park, Liverpool where you will:
- Participate in a Shared Reading session (30 mins)
- Attend a panel interview (60 mins)
Please visit https://www.thereader.org.uk/job/86961/ to view a full job description and recruitment pack. Any questions about the role or completed applications/cv/cover letter should be directed to jobs@thereader.org.uk.
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