The National Lottery Heritage Fund Trustee

The National Lottery Heritage Fund Trustee

Department of Culture Media and Sport Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026

Artform: Charity
Role: Creative
Contract: Contract
Ireland

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

The Heritage Fund is looking for a Trustee who in addition to their role on the Board will also serve as the Chair of the Committee for Northern Ireland.

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 Responsibilities

As a member of the Board of Trustees, each Trustee will be expected to contribute to:

- Strategic planning and management of the organisation.

- Our vision for heritage to be valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future.

- Making decisions regarding the allocation or distribution of monies from the Heritage Fund.

- Overseeing the activities and performance of its committees and panels.

- Financial planning and monitoring, including reviewing and approving the organisation's business plans and annual reports and accounts.

- Ensuring the effectiveness and adequacy of the organisation's risk management, internal controls, and governance procedures and processes.

- Managing change within the organisation and organisational development.

- Ensuring the organisation and its executive team meet performance objectives.

- Building relationships with stakeholders and supporting strategic partnerships.

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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
  • Location: Ireland

How to Apply

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Once you are logged into your account, click on 'apply for this role' and follow the on-screen instructions To apply, all candidates are required to provide:

equality information
information relating to any outside interests or reputational issues
a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
a supporting statement
a short professional biography (150 words)

We will ask you to check and confirm your personal details to ensure your application is accurate.

You will also have the opportunity to make a reasonable adjustment request or apply under the disability confident scheme before you submit your application.