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Executive Director Opportunities – ID:MK

ID:MK (India Day: Milton Keynes) is a registered charity in England and Wales (Charity Number: 1210206).

Our vision is to be the leading institution in Milton Keynes that celebrates and shares Indian arts and culture, fostering connections and unity among all communities. Our purpose is to create a positive impact on the lives of all Milton Keynes communities through Indian arts and culture.

Since 2019, ID:MK has hosted India Day at Campbell Park the largest ethnic community celebration in the region. Building on this success, we are expanding beyond a one-day festival to deliver impact year-round. Guided by our four strategic pillars Celebrate, Community, Connect, and Capability we aim to create meaningful change throughout Milton Keynes.

The Trustee Board holds ultimate accountability for governance, while our Executive Directors provide leadership, delivery, and oversight of our annual programme of events and activities.

We are now seeking four Executive Directors to join our leadership team for a three-year term, beginning January 2026

 

Available Roles

Director of Marketing, Digital & Communications

Responsible for leading marketing, communications, and public engagement for ID:MK.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Marketing and promotion of ID:MK events and initiatives.
  • Developing and maintaining community and partner relationships.
  • Overseeing digital strategy, IT systems, social media presence, and online engagement.
  • Managing internal and external communications, media liaison, and press relations.
  • Commissioning and overseeing print, publishing, and promotional material.
  • Undertaking market research to inform and improve outreach.

 

Director of People & Culture

Responsible for people management and organisational governance.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Recruiting, supporting, and managing volunteers and staff across all four pillars.
  • Developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and safeguarding.
  • Fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing culture.
  • Supporting leadership development and succession planning.
  • Ensuring compliance with charity governance standards.

 

Director of Projects

Responsible for the design and delivery of ID:MK’s programme of events and activities.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the planning, coordination, and execution of projects and events, including India Day.
  • Developing a year-round calendar of events and activities aligned to ID:MK’s strategy.
  • Managing project governance, risk, and quality assurance through a project office approach.
  • Collaborating with the Executive team to design and approve new initiatives.
  • Monitoring progress and reporting outcomes against strategic objectives.

 

Director of Finance

Responsible for financial management and fundraising.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading financial governance, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Preparing annual accounts in line with charity requirements.
  • Managing income and expenditure, including accounts payable and receipts.
  • Leading on fundraising strategy and donor engagement.
  • Supporting grant applications and sponsorship opportunities.
  • Reporting financial performance to the Trustee Board

 

Person Specification (All Roles)

  • Lived experience or strong appreciation of Indian arts and culture.
  • Ability to contribute strategically across all four pillars (Celebrate, Community, Connect, Capability).
  • Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to ID:MK’s values of inclusivity, integrity, and community impact.
  • Minimum age: 18 years.
  • Living or working within the borough of Milton Keynes.
  • Ability to commit at least 4 hours per week (voluntary/unpaid).
  • Willingness to serve for a 3-year term (from January 2026).

 

Desirable:

  • Experience of working or volunteering within the charity sector.
  • Prior experience of governance, fundraising, or event delivery.

 

Recruitment Process

  • Application Window Opens: 25 September 2025
  • Application Deadline: 31 October 2025 5PM
  • Interviews: 22–23 November 2025 (conducted by an independent panel)
  • Appointments: Confirmed by the Trustee Board in December 2025 based on independent panel recommendations ready to start in January 2026

 

How to Apply : 

Please email your CV along with answers to the application questions (below) to joinus@idmk.org

Personal Details

  • Full name
  • Contact Number
  • Contact Email
  • Address
  • Role applying for

 

Essential Criteria

  • Please outline your relevant experience for this role. ( Max 500 words)
  • Why are you applying to be an Executive Director at ID:MK? ( Max 500 words)
  • How will you make a positive impact on ID:MK’s vision and the Milton Keynes community? ( Max 500 words)

 

Desirable Criteria

  • Do you have any experience working with a charity (as staff, trustee, or volunteer)? ( Max 300 words)
  • Please provide any additional skills, knowledge, or experience you feel would benefit ID:MK.(Max 300 words)

 

Optional pre-application conversation: 

If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please feel free to contact Laxman Kastala, Chairman 07919 186048 , or Dr.Jyothi Srinivas, Trustee on 07929 030506

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