Calling all superhumans!

Creative Waikato’s vision is the Waikato prospers with diverse and transformative creative activity. We want arts, creativity and culture. Everywhere. All the time.
We are a non-profit organisation that’s been doing good things to help the arts, support the community, and make creative things happen since 2012.
We are grounded by 4 key pou:
Elevate I Hāpai.
We help you succeed through advice, training and support.
Connect I Tūhono.
We connect you with the right people and places for stronger creative outcomes
Amplify I Whakarahi.
We share stories far and wide and drive engagement with creative activity
Advocate I Taunaki.
We stand up for the arts as they are essential to the wellbeing of our region.
The ideal key skills and experience we are seeking are:
OTHER INFORMATION:
Reports to: Chairperson of the Board
This is a volunteer role as part of the governance of the Creative Waikato Trust.
Responsibilities:
Attributes:
The board ideally needs to have expertise and strengths in the following areas:
*** While it is not expected that every trustee will possess every attribute in equal measure, it is imperative that the cumulative attributes and skill sets of the trust board enable it to maintain a robust execution of its responsibilities.
Commitment required: One 2 hour board meeting per every 6 weeks (10 per year) plus equivalent preparation time and governance decisions via email. There will be an expectation for occasional attendance at other creative activities in the community, as well as representation at Creative Waikato events and other stakeholder engagement.
Term: Three-year term with option to renew.
Geographical considerations: Meetings will be held in Kirikiriroa Hamilton, however, applications within the Waikato region will be considered if they are able to attend meetings via Zoom with at least two per year in person.
To express your interest, please fill in the form below with a copy of your cover letter and CV by end of day Thursday 25 May 2023.