Department of Culture Media and Sport
Job Summary
Job Description
The role of Trustee represents an exciting and challenging opportunity for an individual with a strong commitment to, and enthusiasm for, the UK’s diverse heritage, to make a lasting contribution.
In addition to serving on our Board, the trustee will also chair the Committee for Northern Ireland, which oversees the distribution of National Lottery funds within parameters delegated by the Trustees, and acts as advocate for the Heritage Fund in Northern Ireland.
The Chair of the Committee will work closely with the Northern Ireland Director to promote and represent the Heritage Fund in Northern Ireland. The successful appointee will be required, consistent with the Heritage Fund’s strategic objectives, to engage actively with stakeholders in the heritage and cultural sectors in Northern Ireland and the Northern Ireland Executive. The Chair of the Committee will also ensure that the other Trustees have visibility of, and are able to engage with, key issues and opportunities that are specific to the Heritage Fund’s work in Northern Ireland.
Number of vacancies: 1
Time commitment: 5 days per month
Renumeration: £20,749 per annum
Length of term: 3 years
Application deadline: 7pm on 30 April 2026
Job Requirements
Essential criteria
– Knowledge: a clear understanding and commitment to the work, priorities and challenges of the National Lottery Heritage Fund
– Leadership: the ability to set strategic vision, ensure effective governance is maintained and drive forward priorities of the Committee for Northern Ireland
– Judgement: effective decision-making skills
– Communication: strong communication and interpersonal skills
– Collaboration: ability to work closely with the executive board and other key stakeholders
– Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
The Chair of the Committee for Northern Ireland must live or work primarily in Northern Ireland.
Desirable criteria
– Knowledge and experience of policy and legal environment in Northern Ireland, including knowledge of The Northern Ireland Executive, and/or local government.
Job Overview
- Job Title: The National Lottery Heritage Fund Trustee
- Salary: £20k-£25k
- Hours:
Part time - Artform: Charity
- Role: Creative
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
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Location:
Ireland
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