Postiwyd: 04 Nov 2022
Closing Date: 04 Dec 2022
Newport Live is currently recruiting independent Non-Executive Trustees with a passion for Newport. We are a Charitable Trust, that strives to Inspire People to be Happier and Healthier, through engagement and participation in sport and leisure, theatre, arts and culture.
This role help us deliver our strategic objectives as we seek to continue to respond to the Coronavirus pandemic and support the economic and well-being regeneration of Newport, as we Inspire People to be Happier and Healthier.
Steve Ward, Chief Executive of Newport Live said, “We’re looking to recruit people with a passion for Newport, who have the expertise, energy, and ambition to help us continue our success and deliver strategic objectives that support the economic and wellbeing regeneration of Newport. Especially as we continue to respond to the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic and the cost-of-living challenges that our communities face.”
Trustees are required to support the Chief Executive to lead the governance of the Trust in the provision of well-being, sport, leisure arts and cultural facilities and community intervention and engagement programmes in the interests of social welfare to the local communities. An important part of the role is to steer and lead the organisation to ensure it promotes community participation. Wherever possible positively influencing the behaviours of the public on the benefit of living and practicing an active lifestyle and the value of the arts and physical activity upon their physical and mental well-being and quality of life.
John Harry, Chair of Newport Live said, “As we drive the organisation forward, we are looking for Trustees who are willing to give their time, expertise and experience to help our communities and who will embrace and share our passion, mission, vision and values. There is also the important responsibility to represent Newport Live positively and be a wonderful Ambassador for the charity.”
Newport Live was formed in 2014 and works closely with its partner Newport City Council; the partnership is supported by a 25-year management agreement. Newport City Council continues to own the centres. Newport Live are the custodian of these wonderful facilities and the hugely important inspiring programmes and activities that they offer. Newport Live also work with a wide range of local and national partners, national governing bodies and stakeholders to develop these further.
Newport Live recognises and embraces equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from people from the global majority, women, young people, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community, who are currently underrepresented on our board.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Newport Live enquiries on 01633 656757 and ask to speak with Steve Ward, Chief Executive Newport Live, or email [email protected].
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