Leitrim Sculpture Centre (LSC) is seeking expressions of interest from experienced individuals to contribute to the strategic direction of the organisation by joining its Board of Directors.

Skills Required:

LSC welcomes applications from people with expertise in the following areas:

• Legal and Corporate Governance
• Accounting and Finance
• Human Resources
• Diversity and Inclusion

LSC particularly welcomes applicants with robust knowledge of governance principles and structures, preferably in the art, non-profit, and charities sectors in Ireland.

Responsibilities of LSC Board Members:

• Actively participating in board meetings, discussions, and decision-making processes;
• Sharing expertise and insights gained from the arts, non-profit, and charities sectors;
• Contributing to the strategic direction and development of LSC;
• Ensuring the compliance of LSC with its charitable purpose;
• Supporting LSC’s philosophy, vision, and core values.

Commitment:

• Board Meetings: Three per year (1-2 hours) online;
• AGM: One per year, in person (County Leitrim);
• Subcommittee Meetings: 1-2 per year (1-2 hours) online;

Board membership is a voluntary, unpaid position. Board Members will serve a three-year term, renewable to a maximum of six years.

How to Apply:

LSC is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are invited to send:

• CV or Biography – outlining relevant experience, including any previous or current directorships;
• Expression of Interest (max. 200 words) – describing how they would make a positive contribution to the LSC Board.

Please send applications to:

• Email: info@leitrimsculpturecentre.ie
• Subject: LSC Board of Directors
• Deadline: None

About LSC:

Leitrim Sculpture Centre (LSC) was established in 1997 as a charity to support the practice and understanding of the Fine Arts in Ireland. Based in Manorhamilton in north County Leitrim, LSC provides one of the most comprehensive technical resources in the country for the creative development of new work across all contemporary arts media.

Further Reading:

LSC Current Board, Staff and Studio Holders: https://www.leitrimsculpturecentre.ie/info/about-us/meet-our-board-staff-and-studio-holders

LSC Governance: https://www.leitrimsculpturecentre.ie/info/about-us/governance

The Arts Council of Ireland, A Practical Guide for Board Members of Arts Organisations:

https://www.artscouncil.ie/uploadedFiles/BoardMembers-June15.pdf