Board Member
Application Information
2026
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Position(s): 2 Run of the Mill Board Members
Engagement: 4 quarterly meetings, 1 annual away day, plus ad hoc
engagements with company members
Responsible to: The Board of Directors
Run of the Mill is an award-winning inclusive arts organisation.
As we enter a new phase of growth, we are seeking to appoint two new
board members who will play a key role in shaping the organisation’s next
chapter.
We are currently recruiting for two distinct roles:
1. Fundraising & Strategic Growth – We are seeking an individual with
strong experience in fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, or
organisational growth. This individual will support Run of the Mill in
diversifying income streams, building strategic relationships, and
strengthening long-term sustainability.
2. Artistic & Sector Leadership – We are seeking an experienced arts
leader, producer, or senior practitioner who can bring high-level artistic
insight, sector knowledge, and advocacy to the organisation.
We strongly welcome and encourage applications from individuals with
lived experience of disability.
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Who are we looking for?
Board Member Responsibilities
As a Board member, you will contribute to the strategic direction and
long-term sustainability of Run of the Mill. Responsibilities include:
1. Strategic Leadership
Contribute to the development and delivery of the organisation’s strategic
vision.
2. Governance and Oversight
Ensure strong governance practices, compliance, and safeguarding standards.
3. Organisational Development
Support the organisation’s continued growth, sustainability, and visibility.
4. Advocacy and Ambassadorship
Act as an advocate for Run of the Mill, building relationships and raising the
organisation’s profile.
5. Artistic and Programme Insight
Support the ongoing development of high-quality, inclusive artistic work.
6. Drive positive change
Contribute to advancing a more inclusive arts landscape through active
engagement and leadership at board level.
Skills & Experience
We are particularly interested in individuals with experience in one or more of
the following areas:
Social Care and Disability
Experience working in/with social services, disability service provision, or
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related fields, with a strong understanding of care policies, disability advocacy,
and safeguarding practices.
Fundraising & Strategic Growth
● Experience in fundraising, philanthropy, or income generation
● Experience supporting organisational growth or scaling
● Strong networks across relevant sectors and the ability to support the
development of strategic partnerships
Artistic & Sector Leadership
● Senior experience within the arts sector
● Experience in producing, programming, or organisational leadership
● A strong understanding of the contemporary arts landscape
For both roles:
● A clear commitment to inclusion and accessibility in the arts
● Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively at
board level
Inclusion
We are committed to building a board that reflects the diversity of the
communities we work with.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and from those
currently underrepresented in arts leadership and governance.
Run of the Mill
Run of the Mill is an inclusive
arts organisation committed to
supporting people with
intellectual disabilities to access
high quality experiences in the
arts as artists, makers and
participants.
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At Run of the Mill we collaborate to make work that gives voice to the lived
experiences of our participants. Intellectually disabled artists are
underrepresented, on our screens, and on our stages — we aim to redress that
imbalance by making work that puts the stories and ideas of our artists and
participants front and centre. We champion the rights of our participants to be
involved in the arts and we lobby for increased access for disabled artists to the
arts in all capacities — as audience members, participants, artists and paid
professionals. We work towards making the landscape of arts practice in
Ireland a more inclusive one.
In recent years, the work of Run of
the Mill has grown in scope, ambition
and visibility. Led by Artistic Director
Aisling Byrne alongside Executive
Producer Killian Coyle and the bold
creative vision of our artists, the
work has evolved from grassroots
beginnings in our local community to
the presentation of award-winning
productions on mainstream stages and screens, numerous high profile national
media appearances and significant investment and support from the Arts
Council of Ireland and Kildare County Council across numerous projects. Recent
work includes the Oscar-Qualifying Mary is Missing (Winner of Grand Prix Best
Irish Short, 70th Cork International Film Festival), the critically acclaimed REAL
LIFE (Project Arts Centre, 2024) and the multi-award winning Making a Mark
(National Tour, 2022). Media appearances include The Tommy Tiernan Show
(Season 4), Ireland AM, The Oliver
Callan Show and more.
In 2026, Run of the Mill will
continue to leverage our practice
across multiple high profile
projects whilst developing
meaningful and sustainable artist
development programmes for our
participants and supporting them
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to forge a pathway to future professional practice. Run of the Mill receives
support from creative production support agency field:arts, The Arts council of
Ireland and Kildare County Council.
To find out more visit www.runofthemill.ie
As a board member, you will play a key role in shaping an ambitious,
inclusive arts organisation at a pivotal stage of its development.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making the arts accessible to all, want to make a
significant impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities and
contribute to the growth of Run of the Mill, we encourage you to submit your
application.
Whether you have previous board experience or are eager to embark on this
journey for the first time, we value your unique perspective and dedication.
To apply please submit your resume or biography (a statement outlining your
roles, responsibilities and achievements in the organisations in which you
currently and previously worked), and a brief statement outlining your relevant
experience, and how you can contribute to Run of the Mill’s mission – please
include details of any service as a Board Director, Trustee or any other
voluntary/community work, but please note that no previous experience as a
Board Director or Trustee is required.
Should you wish, we would also be happy to accept video applications of no
longer than 3 minutes stating the relevant information outlined above.
Please use wetransfer.com and email us a link to your video application.
Here is how to do so.
Run of the Mill welcomes applications from everyone but we would like to
encourage applications by people from a diversity of national, ethnic or cultural
groups — we strongly encourage applications from individuals from the
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disabled community who can bring much needed insight and guidance to our
board.
You should email your application or video to [ killian@runofthemill.ie &
aisling@runofthemill.ie ] –
Please use “ROTM Board Member Application” in the subject line.
If your application file is too large for email, you can also use WeTransfer
(www.wetransfer.com).
● Applications must be submitted by Friday 15th of May 2026.
● Shortlisting will take place and candidates called for interview will be
contacted on/by 4th of June 2026.
● Interviews will be held on Thursday 11th & Friday 12th of June 2026.
● Final decisions will be communicated to all applicants by 19th of June
2026.
Together, let’s transform the arts landscape into a truly inclusive space for all
individuals.
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