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14 people are interested
Make a global impact as a member of MAP's Board of Directors!
ORGANIZATION: Mangrove Action Project
Please visit the new page to apply.
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14 people are interested
Board Member Expectations: MAP is comprised of a Board of Directors with at least 5 members, a Board of Advisors, office staff, and volunteers. Board members are diverse individuals with experiences from all around the world. The Board of Directors includes the positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. These members accept additional responsibilities, including fiscal and managerial, that coincide with the mission of MAP. They are responsible for decision-making, delegating work, and follow-up with intended decisions. Board members serve for three year terms, with potential renewal of a second term following evaluation.
Position Summary: The Board Member is responsible for active participation in the governance of MAP while putting the best interest of the organization before any personal concerns in order to avoid conflict of interest. Other responsibilities include meeting attendance, committee service, and advocacy for the organization.
Reports to: All Board members and Executive Director
Position Responsibilities: In addition to the board member-at-large responsibilities, Mangrove Action Project Board Member has the following specific responsibilities:
- Ensures the effective action of the board in governing and supporting the organization, and oversees board affairs. Acts as the representative of the board as a whole, rather than as an individual supervisor to staff.
- Makes sure each committee has a chairperson, and stays in touch with chairpersons to be sure that their work is carried out; identifies committee recommendations that should be presented to the full board.
- Confirms that board matters are handled properly, including preparation of pre-meeting materials, committee functioning, and recruitment and orientation of new board members.
- Adheres MAP policies applicable to board members, including maintaining the confidential information and conflict of interest disclosure procedures; supports the philanthropic goals of MAP.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of an associates degree in related field
- An overall professional experience of at least 5 years
- Prior nonprofit experience involving fundraising, marketing/branding, or fiscal management
- Prior nonprofit board experience
- Strong commitment to the professional development of MAP and staff
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience with international development
- Experience with program management and/or development
More opportunities with Mangrove Action Project
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About Mangrove Action Project
Location:
606 Maynard Ave. South, Suite 102, Seattle, WA 98104, US
Mission Statement
Partner with mangrove forest communities, grassroots NGOs, researchers, and local governments to conserve and restore mangrove forests and related coastal ecosystems, while promoting community-based sustainable management of coastal resources.
Description
The Mangrove Action Project is an international NGO focused on conserving and restoring mangrove forests around the world. Mangrove forests are among the most biodiverse habitats on earth. They are also among the most efficient absorbers of carbon and they protect coastal communities from hurricanes and tsunamis. But the world has already lost half its mangrove forests.
Witnessing firsthand the rapid devastation of the world’s mangrove forest wetlands and their associated coastal ecosystems, the founders of the Mangrove Action Project (MAP) decided in 1992 that it was time to form a global network to address the problems of mangrove loss worldwide. MAP’s pro-active approach to long-term mangrove conservation involves: education, advocacy, collaboration, conservation and restoration, as well as sustainable community-based development.
One of the major contributors to mangrove loss is industrial shrimp farming in the developing world. The high demand for cheap farmed shrimp is stripping mangrove forests from our coasts. Most people are simply unaware of this connection, so the Mangrove Action Project has launched the "Question Your Shrimp" campaign which allows consumers to make informed decisions about what they eat.
Please click on the "Opportunities" link to the right to browse our volunteer positions!
To learn more about mangroves & read further about the campaign, visit: www.mangroveactionproject.org
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606 Maynard Ave SouthSuite 102Seattle, WA 98104
DATE POSTED
January 2, 2018
SKILLS
- Strategic Planning
- Resource Development / Management
- Fundraising
- Donor Management
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 10 hours per month
- Bachelor's or Associates degree