Board TrusteesVoluntary PositionRequired to attend a minimum of four quarterly business meetings per year(travel expenses are available).The organisationSince 1988, Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust (PKHT) has worked collaboratively to preserve, enhance, and increase understanding of the historic environment of the area through a wide remit encompassing historic building conservation and archaeology.PKHT achieves its objectives through the delivery of projects, the provision of grants, information, and advice, and through a programme of outreach and training activities. The organisation's current key projects include the transformative work of the Perth City Heritage Fund and an exciting new programme of community archaeology which aims to engage communities across all of Perth and Kinross. Their aims are to maintain and enhance ‘sense of place’; provide a learning resource for local communities; and to foster sustainable economic development through improvements and events for both local residents and visitors.Perth and Kinross has a rich physical heritage of archaeological sites and historic buildings, and PKHT is committed to delivering projects and activities that increase awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the historic environment for everyone. Supported by a range of funders, the outreach and learning activities are often delivered through funded projects such as the King’s Seat Hillfort Archaeology Project, while they also coordinate the Doors Open Days programme for the area.The opportunitiesPerth and Kinross Heritage Trust is currently seeking new trustees for our board and, to sustain their invaluable work, is inviting new board members who have the right skills, experience, and time to take on the role effectively and impactfully, as well as sharing an affinity with their aspirations to safeguard local heritage and promote it to a wider audience.We are keen to hear from people who have skills in buildings conservation, archaeology, marketing and social media, finance, and general business management, but would welcome expressions of interest from others who share a passion for what the area has to offer - and what is still to be uncovered! People who live further afield from the area are also encouraged to apply, especially if they bring similar experiences from further afield. The Trust is also keen to diversify its board and welcomes applications from younger candidates from a range of backgrounds.Apply Now!Please email us at recruitment@brucetaitassociates.com to request an information pack, full role description, and person specification.Closing Date: 3rd MarchInterview Date: (Late March early April) TBCThis search is being conducted for Perth & Kinross Heritage Trust by BTA. Our leadership team has all worked in the voluntary sector, and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.We are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all staff. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age; ethnicity; gender; gender identity and expression; nationality; parental status; physical, mental and developmental abilities; race; religion; sexual orientation; skin colour; socioeconomic status; and human styles.
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