Modern Electric Tramways \u2013 the charity who operate Seaton Tramway \u2013 are looking to strengthen their board membership to help with their continued development in the coming years. They want to increase numbers, knowledge, understanding and representation on the board and are welcoming applications from people from groups that are under-represented in the heritage railway sector, including young people, people with disabilities, people from diverse ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds and people from the LGBTQ+ community.<\/p>\n
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The Tramway is led by Chief Executive, Jenny Nunn, with support from her management team and four current directors. The directors \u2013 the same as a trustee at other charities \u2013 sit on the charity board and help to make decisions on a wide range of things, ensuring that they are able to run a modern, safe and successful charity. Meetings include everything from finances of the charity to making sure they operate safely. Most importantly the board, with support from the Chief Executive, sets the direction of travel for the charity and how they will grow strategically.<\/p>\n
Modern Electric Tramways wish to strengthen the board by not only appointing additional Directors but also finding some from other backgrounds and with different skill sets. This will help them become both a better business and a better charity.<\/p>\n
Details of exactly what they are looking for and the commitment involved, as well as how to apply are available on their website at https:\/\/www.tram.co.uk\/news\/view\/modern-electric-tramways-charity-board-opportunity<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Modern Electric Tramways \u2013 the charity who operate Seaton Tramway \u2013 are looking to strengthen their board membership to help with their continued development in the coming years. They want to increase numbers, knowledge, understanding and representation on the board … Continue reading