Trustee Vacancy at South Asian Arts-uk

January 9, 2026 Off By

Opportunity to Join Board Supporting South Asian Arts

South Asian Arts-uk (SAA-uk), an organisation focused on promoting performing arts and culture within the South Asian diaspora in the UK, has announced a vacancy for new Trustees to join its Board. The role involves helping to guide the organisation’s vision and influence the future of South Asian arts across the country.

About South Asian Arts-uk

SAA-uk works to amplify diverse voices, nurture creativity, and strengthen representation of South Asian communities in the arts sector. The organisation is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equitable governance in its operations.

Who Can Apply

The organisation welcomes applications from both emerging professionals and experienced leaders. They are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in the following areas:

Fundraising, especially individual giving
Capital development
Human resources and/or legal expertise
Interest in non-formal performing arts education
Strong knowledge of the UK arts sector and cultural policy

Applicants should demonstrate passion, commitment, and skills that can contribute to the organisation’s mission.

Application Process

Applications close on 6 February 2026. The recruitment process includes the following steps:

Review the Trustee Recruitment Pack for detailed information on the role and responsibilities.
Submit a completed application form, including a CV and two referee contacts. If unable to upload the CV online, applicants can email it directly to SAA-uk.
If shortlisted, attend a 30 to 45-minute interview with the Chair or Vice-Chair, one Trustee, and one senior staff member.
Complete a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which will be arranged by SAA-uk.

To support fairness, the organisation uses an anonymised shortlisting process focusing on skills, experience, and motivations. Adjustments can be made during the interview process for those who require them.

Information and Support Sessions

Prospective applicants can join “Let’s Talk Board!” sessions to learn more about the Trustee role. These sessions include:

Online group or one-to-one sessions lasting 20–30 minutes during the week starting 19 January 2026.
In-person sessions at the organisation’s office available on request during the week commencing 26 January 2026.

Interest in these sessions can be indicated via the application form.