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Chair of the Board of Trustees
We are looking for a new Chair of the Board of Trustees
International Documentary Festival Sheffield (DocFest) is inviting applications for a new Chair of the Board of Trustees.
Sheffield DocFest is an internationally renowned charitable organisation, responsible for one of the world’s leading documentary film and arts festivals, and marketplaces, that celebrates, shares and debates non-fiction films. The festival is run by International Documentary Festival Sheffield, an independent registered charity (no. 1184849), whose purpose is to advance the art of film, education and training in documentary filmmaking in all its forms.
Now preparing for its 32nd edition, the festival welcomes approximately 2,300 international industry delegates and 37,000 public admissions from more than 55 countries around the world each year.
Having overseen the organisation through the last five editions, our current Chair is planning to step down and we are now seeking a new Chair of the Board of Trustees. This role is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual with a track record of leadership who is passionate about documentary and non-fiction storytelling, and the value and impact of the screen, broadcast, journalism and arts sectors.
The Chair will lead the Trustees on all aspects of governance and will preside over Board and sub-committee meetings. They will develop, maintain and nurture relationships with strategic partners and major stakeholders. More generally, the Chair will act as public advocate for the festival nationally and internationally.We would welcome applicants with previous experience of charity governance, cultural events, social enterprise, media, independent production, the screen, broadcast, and digital audio/visual industries, community engagement and learning & participation.
The role is voluntary, with travel / expenses covered.
For an informal chat please contact Maria Stoneman, Head of HR & Participation at recruitment@sheffdocfest.com
Deadline for applications: Application deadline extended to 9am, 15 September 2024
Interviews: 7-18 October 2024
Conflict of interest: if your application is shortlisted, we will ask for a declaration of any conflict of interest prior to interview
Our 2024 Festival Report will be coming later this year.
How to Apply
You are invited to apply for this role by submitting an up-to-date CV (no more than two sides) plus a statement on why you feel you are suited to the role. (Between 500 and 1500 words). Please send applications with the subject header: 'Chair of the Board of Trustee application' to the following email recruitment@sheffdocfest.com
If you require further information (including requests for printed forms/access support. Or if have any questions or would like to discuss the role prior to applying please contact, Maria Stoneman, Head of HR & Participation at: recruitment@sheffdocfest.com
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