Chair of Trustees
Dunedin Consort Voluntary Closing date 20 July 2026
As Chair of the Board of Trustees, this is a Trustee and Non Executive Director role offering the opportunity to help shape the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of one of Scotland’s most internationally respected classical music ensembles.
The Chair of Trustees is responsible for the leadership of the Board and for ensuring its effectiveness. In addition to the responsibilities and duties of any trustee, the Chair plays a leading role in setting the Board's strategic direction, creating a culture of accountability, improving performance and in ensuring the highest standards of probity and governance.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and other Board members, this role ensures that collectively, the organisation fulfils its governance, legal, charitable and financial duties and responsibilities, maintaining good practice in all areas. The Chair will also be an active advocate for the charity with potential partners,
funders, and other networks.
The vacancy has arisen, as the current chair steps down after nearly 2 complete terms in post.
Typical time commitment approximately 2 days a month.
• Meetings: attending 4 board meetings per year, plus a strategy away day, and attending subcommittee meetings (e.g., risk committee meetings) as needed
• Preparation: reviewing board packs, financial reports, and strategic documents
• Support to the CEO and team as and when required
Board meetings are currently held alternately in Edinburgh and Glasgow, with a hybrid option available to support remote participation.
This is a non-remunerated role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Appointments are for a four-year term, with the potential for re-appointment for a second term.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please email Mark Batho (trustee) at markbatho@dunedin-consort.org.uk
Application Process
Please send a short covering letter (maximum one page) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience. Include a link to your LinkedIn profile or your CV, and details of two referees. Send to Mark Batho (Trustee) at markbatho@dunedin-consort.org.uk by 12 noon on Monday 20th July
0131 516 3718
77 Montgomery Street
Edinburgh
EH7 5HZ
The Chair of Trustees is responsible for the leadership of the Board and for ensuring its effectiveness. In addition to the responsibilities and duties of any trustee, the Chair plays a leading role in setting the Board's strategic direction, creating a culture of accountability, improving performance and in ensuring the highest standards of probity and governance.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and other Board members, this role ensures that collectively, the organisation fulfils its governance, legal, charitable and financial duties and responsibilities, maintaining good practice in all areas. The Chair will also be an active advocate for the charity with potential partners,
funders, and other networks.
The vacancy has arisen, as the current chair steps down after nearly 2 complete terms in post.
Typical time commitment approximately 2 days a month.
• Meetings: attending 4 board meetings per year, plus a strategy away day, and attending subcommittee meetings (e.g., risk committee meetings) as needed
• Preparation: reviewing board packs, financial reports, and strategic documents
• Support to the CEO and team as and when required
Board meetings are currently held alternately in Edinburgh and Glasgow, with a hybrid option available to support remote participation.
This is a non-remunerated role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed.
Appointments are for a four-year term, with the potential for re-appointment for a second term.
If you would like an informal conversation about the role, please email Mark Batho (trustee) at markbatho@dunedin-consort.org.uk
Application Process
Please send a short covering letter (maximum one page) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience. Include a link to your LinkedIn profile or your CV, and details of two referees. Send to Mark Batho (Trustee) at markbatho@dunedin-consort.org.uk by 12 noon on Monday 20th July
Contact details
markbatho@dunedin-consort.org.uk0131 516 3718
77 Montgomery Street
Edinburgh
EH7 5HZ