Become a Board member
Overview
Responsible to: The Chair of the Board
Responsible for: Artistic Director / Executive Director (Joint CEOs)
Key Relationships: Trustees, Senior Management Team
Contract: Voluntary
Citizens Theatre Board
We’re looking for Non-Executive Directors/Trustees to help drive the long-term sustainability of the Citizens Theatre by strengthening its earned and contributed income, alongside providing strong governance and strategic oversight, and ensuring it delivers its artistic mission and public value.
The Citizens Theatre is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee. We are governed by our Board, who serve as Directors of the Company and Trustees of the Charity. The Board delegates management of the of the company to its joint CEOs, Artistic Director Dominic Hill and Executive Director Kate Denby. They are supported by the Senior Management Team, who are responsible for operational decision-making across different areas of the organisation. The Board have overall responsibility for the governance of the company. They oversee the strategic direction of the company, ratify all major policy decisions, approve allocation of resource, monitor the financial management, and safeguard its reputation and values.
Board members are appointed for a period of four years, which can be renewed for a second term of four years. Appointments are ratified by Members of the Citizens Theatre Company at the Annual General Meeting. The Board elects the Chair and Vice Chair.
The Citizens Theatre Board meet four times a year in March, June, September and December. We also typically host an away day once or twice a year to look at areas of the business in depth.
Non-Executive Director/Trustee Role Description
Purpose of the Role
To help drive the long-term sustainability of the Citizens Theatre by strengthening its earned and contributed income, alongside providing strong governance and strategic oversight, and ensuring it delivers its artistic mission and public value.
Key Responsibilities
Governance and Strategy
- Contribute to setting and monitoring organisational strategy to deliver a sustainable business model
- Support strategies that grown ticket income, secondary spend (bar, events), venue hire and philanthropic income.
- Ensure strong governance and regulatory compliance, in line with the company’s Memorandum and Articles of Association
- Monitor financial health & risk
- Act as a custodian of the organisation’s mission and values
Income Generation
All Board members are expected to:
- Actively support income generation
- Contribute networks, insight or expertise
- Champion fundraising and audience growth
Advocacy and Ambassadorship
- Act as an ambassador for the Citizens Theatre
- Build relationships that support the organisation’s profile and impact
Specialist Contribution
We are particularly seeking individuals with experience in at least one of the following priority areas:
- Ethical Philanthropy and fundraising
- Hospitality, trading and sustainable commercial business development
- Marketing, audience and data-driven decision making
- Financial Management
Person specification
Essential
- Commitment to the mission of the Citizens Theatre
- Strategic thinking and sound judgement
- Ability to work collaboratively at Board level
- Willingness to contribute actively beyond Board meetings
- Understanding of governance responsibilities (or willingness to learn)
Desirable (aligned to current gaps)
- Proven track record of growing income or audiences
- Experience at senior leadership level
- Strong networks relevant to the Citizens Theatre
Time Commitment
- Approximately 4–6 Board meetings per year
- Committee participation
- Occasional events and strategic sessions
Remuneration
Voluntary (reasonable expenses reimbursed)
Term of office
4 years, renewable with a maximum of 2 terms
Applying for the role
Board recruitment information
If you are interested in joining our Board, additional information about the Citizens Theatre and our Board is available in different formats.
Take a look at our online board recruitment information page
How to Apply
Please apply with a CV and cover letter (up to 2 pages) detailing why you are interested in applying for the Citizens Theatre Board to Marissa Trott, Theatre Administrator at marissa.trott@citz.co.uk by Wednesday 15 July, 10am.
Following shortlisting, potential Board candidates will be invited to an interview on either Monday 10 or Wednesday 12 August 2026. If you won’t be available to meet on those dates, please let us know in your cover letter.
Candidates who are offered a Trustee role will be invited to observe a Board meeting in September prior to making a commitment.
Please let us know of any access requirements. If we can make this application process easier for you please get in touch with Marissa. The Citizens Theatre is committed to making trusteeships accessible and will reimburse personal access costs as required (e.g. support worker, caring costs). If this applies to you, please confirm these costs with Marissa ahead of submitting your application.
If you would like an informal conversation with the Chair, Vice Chair or Executive Director prior to application, please get in touch at the email above to arrange a time.
Board recruitment information
Visit our information page to learn more about the Citz and our Board