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6 people are interested
Seeking Board Members
ORGANIZATION: CHICAGOLAND MUN CLUB
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6 people are interested
Background
chicagolandmunclub.org
The Chicagoland MUN Club is a nonprofit (501(c)(3)) organization that educates high school and middle school students in leadership, public speaking, negotiation, international issues and professional skills through its programs.
Our programs include:
? The Northern Illinois Model United Nations Conference
? Skills-building weekly training sessions in preparation for national and international
model UN conferences. CMC members have won various awards at national and
international Model UN conferences
With an 8 year history, we have organized 7 successful Northern Illinois Model United Nations Conferences (http://www.nimunweb.com/w/). The 7th annual conference was held November 3, 2017 at the Chicago History Museum.
Invitation to Apply as a Board Member
CMC is undergoing an exciting time of growth. We have four open seats on our Board of 5
professionals and 5 students, and we encourage you to consider applying if:
? You value the educational and social benefits of a Model United Nations Club - you will
play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of future U.S. and international leaders.
? You are motivated to promoting the benefits of educating students in leadership,
professional skills, international issues and politics.
? You are interested in mentoring Teens to run a non-profit.
? You have the time, energy and desire (5-10 hours per month) to serve on an active
board.
? You are a professional with expertise in strategy or fundraising.
CMC is also looking for Advisors to the Board who may not fit the above criteria but are able to contribute to the organization.
Role of the Board Members
In 2020-2021, board members and professional advisors will be involved in one of the following
functions:
? Provide direction and strategy to steer CMC through this next growth phase, including
reviewing and refining a long-term plan;
? Building a public relations and marketing strategy;
? Reviewing and refining a fundraising strategy;
? Provide governance, fundraising and other guidance; or
? Provide accounting, legal and project management support
Possibly revive our middle school training program.
The Board meets monthly but also utilizes online tools to communicate extensively between meetings. Some members may also choose to meet in-person or via call-in between our monthly Board Meetings.
To apply, please send your resume to board.chicagolandmun@gmail.com
More opportunities with CHICAGOLAND MUN CLUB
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About CHICAGOLAND MUN CLUB
Location:
1709 W MELROSE ST, c/o Muge Ayse Celik, CHICAGO, IL 60657, US
Mission Statement
The Chicagoland MUN Club is an independent, student-led, high school Model United Nation club dedicated to the advancement of political science education among the middle school and high school community in the Chicagoland area.
Description
CMC accomplishes this through the attendance of high-school political simulations by our members, their participation in international relations study, and NIMUN, a groundbreaking Model UN conference for Chicago-area middle school students that focuses on providing educational, interactive and fun simulations. Furthermore, CMC aims to remain on the cutting-edge of innovation in IR education, MUN performance, and the development of leadership, management, and communication skills.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
March 2, 2020
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 19
- Minimum 5 hours per month