The magic of music and a search for a Managing Director

alandavidlaw
Oct 29
2 min read

A huge thank you to the organisers of the Richmond Jazz Festival for fundraising for the Moormead pavilion.

It was music to our ears. The kind folks behind the Richmond Jazz Festival decided to donate all proceeds of their October event to help build a new pavilion at Moormead Park.

This is just the kind of community support and spirit that drives ambitious projects forward.

Gariesh Sharma, our lead trustee, went along to the event at the Turk’s Head. He met many wonderful people, including the event organiser Sarah Meyer, from the The Jazz Sanctuary.

“Sarah is a fantastic example of someone in our community reaching out and helping us get this project done,” says Gariesh.

He was also thrilled to see Emily Saunders giving the project a big shout out.

The next Jazz Festival is on 19 November. Be sure to get your tickets.

Speaking of helping us get this project done…

We’re searching for a volunteer to be our Managing Director. You just need a few hours a week and, in return, you’ll help shape the pavilion’s future, secure funding and choose its operator.

Here’s the full job spec. Join us!

Job Summary

The Managing Director will lead the operations and strategic development of Moormead Pavilion Ltd., a wholly owned trading subsidiary of Moormead Community & Sports Pavilion.

This role will play a pivotal role in shaping the future success of the Pavilion, ensuring its efficient operation, financial sustainability, and alignment with the goals of our community.

Responsibilities

Procurement and Contract Management:

Lead the selection process for the Pavilion Operator, ensuring a fair and transparent evaluation of candidates
Negotiate and finalise a Service Level Agreement with the selected Pavilion Operator

Community Engagement:

Build strong relationships with local stakeholders, including residents, community groups, and Richmond Council – recruit team members to assist you as necessary

Qualifications

A passion for community engagement and a commitment to creating a vibrant and inclusive space for all
Proven experience in a senior management role within the retail or commercial sector, preferably with experience in food and beverage operations
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate plans and ideas to diverse audiences

Time Commitment

This role requires 3 hours per week for the first 3 months, followed by 2 hours per month for the next 21 months.
This is an unpaid role. Reasonable expenses will be agreed in advance.

To Apply

Make the most of this opportunity to make a real difference in your community by shaping the future of a valuable local asset.

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to gariesh@mcsp.org.uk

The Moormead Pavilion Team