To Kaitono ā Mātou | Our Client
Christchurch Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is recognised nationally, and celebrated locally, for the depth of their work. CSO believes music enriches and transforms lives in different ways and provides a wide range of participatory media in which their audience can discover, encounter and enjoy great musical experiences. CSO contributes to the cultural diversity of the community through a full and varied concert season, as the orchestra of choice for many touring artists and partnering with other arts organisations such as the Royal New Zealand Ballet and NZ Opera. CSO’s Ki te Hapori In the Community programme comprises 60% of the orchestra’s output and includes school residencies, Men’s and Women’s Prison programmes, collaborations with Southern Music Therapy and BrainTree Wellness Centre, and interactive performances at libraries, retirement villages, and civic events. The orchestra is based in the purpose-built CSO Centre, co-located with the Christchurch Town Hall, at which they are the Orchestra in Residence.
For more information, please visit: cso.co.nz
Expressions of interest from a potential Trustee are now being sought as CSO looks to the future whilst building on its established legacy. As a Trustee, you will help shape and support the strategic direction of CSO and play an active role in advancing its impact. The Trustee roles are considered “hands-on” and actively contribute skills to the CSO team including in Board sub-committees. To succeed in this opportunity, you will be aspirational in your thinking with a genuine passion for the arts and an appreciation of governance best practice.
Candidates with experience and credibility in some of the following areas are being sought:
- Collaborative Governance experience
- Arts advocacy
- Strong connector with external stakeholders including philanthropy and fundraising
- Strategic in approach
- Effective communicator
If you are energised by the prospect of working within a forward-thinking Trustee environment and are ready to contribute to a purposeful and passionate organisation, then we are keen to chat further.
Ki te Tono | To Apply
Initial confidential enquiries are welcome by phoning Kase Craig on 021 657 328.
