The Stringcredibles is looking to recruit two trustees to join its Board. We are looking for people willing to bring energy, enthusiasm and commitment to the role, and who will broaden the diversity of thinking on our board.
Our priorities are to increase our public reach, diversify our audiences and secure additional income streams across earned and fundraised income.
Who we are
The Stringcredibles is a string quartet delivering work to support the connection between musicians and audiences, mostly in schools and community settings. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience classical music played to an excellent standard and communicated creatively. It is our duty as performers to understand our audience needs and to perform in a way that makes a lasting difference. In our work we are constantly refining how best to do this.
Our activities include performances in schools and community settings, creative music making, partnership work with Music Hub teachers and students, delivering continuous professional development (CPD) for music professionals and engagement with conservatoires and specialist music schools. We have a website, a digital learning platform, social media presence and a YouTube channel.
The Stringcredibles has received funding from Arts Council England project funding since 2015. We are also supported by varied trusts and foundations, as well as generous individuals. We have very low overheads; we fundraise and work project by project. For further information, please visit https://www.thestringcredibles.com/
Current trustees
Chair of trustees: Isabel Churcher
Trustees: Louise Braithwaite; Michele Deeks; Seb Lovell-Huckle; Eluned Mansell; Philip Mills https://www.thestringcredibles.com/about/
Who we are looking for
We are looking for Trustees who can:
- Provide advice on The Stringcredibles’ strategic planning and activities.
- Develop and approve policies and procedures to support The Stringcredibles.
- Oversee The Stringcredibles’ financial plans and budgets and monitor and evaluate progress, managing the resources responsibly.
- Comply with our charity’s governing document and the law, and contribute to regular governance reviews aligning with the Charity Governance Code.
- Develop and sustain effective external relationships which support the charity’s mission, through generating partnership opportunities and/or income.
- Attend Board meetings, adequately prepared to contribute to discussions.
- Attend The Stringcredibles events.
- Advocate – be able and willing to champion our work through personal networks, social media, and other channels.
- Passionate about music and the potential of young people.
- Willing and able to understand and accept the responsibilities and liabilities as Trustees and to act in the best interests of the organisation.
- Able to think creatively and strategically, exercise good, independent judgement and communicate effectively as a Board member.
- Able to think creatively and be solutions-focused.
- Strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.
- Enthusiastic about our vision, mission and values
- Committed to Nolan’s seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
- Education, in particular music education and safeguarding, and with an understanding of the diverse communities in Birmingham and surrounding area
- Charity finance
The commitment
We will provide induction and training, dependent upon the new Trustee’s knowledge and experience
- Trustees are appointed for an initial three-year term of office
- We estimate the overall time commitment at 24 hours over a year i.e. 2 hours a month
- This is a voluntary position, but reasonable expenses will be reimbursed in negotiation with the Treasurer
- Attending five Board meetings annually, usually one and a half hours long, and preparation for meetings, and occasional attendance at events.
- Currently meetings are usually held in person at the CBSO Centre, Berkley Street, Birmingham, B1 2LF (online attendance for those unable to attend in person), dates arranged dependent on diaries.
- Annual review with the Chair
Recruitment process
Key dates:
- Application deadline: 9am Monday 24th February 2025
- Proposed interviews: (online) Tuesday 11th March 2025
- Proposed start date: April 2025
How to apply
Email your CV and a letter (no more than 2 pages) to Seb Lovell-Huckle at projects@thestringcredibles.com outlining:
- Why you are interested in the role of Trustee with The Stringcredibles?
- Details of your skills, interests, personal qualities, and experience relevant to the roleFor an informal chat about the role you are welcome to contact Seb Lovell-Huckle at projects@thestringcredibles.com.