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About Us:

Njiko is an Igbo word meaning "unity". We are a start-up non-profit that is creating an altruistic platform that facilitates the connection and interaction of groups fighting social injustice. We aim to create a sustainable product that can continue the conversation occasioned by the murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. We are looking for volunteers who want to join us in our fight against Racism, Sexual Violence, Bullying, Domestic Violence, and many more. We are a community of like-minded individuals willing to volunteer our time and talents to this important cause. To get there, we are looking for leaders to join our Board of Directors who can drive lasting change for our community and everyone living in it.

Our Mission:

To build an organization that uses technology to fight social injustice in the world.

The Position:

Njiko is seeking members for our Board of Directors from diverse backgrounds to serve for at least one-year term aligning and expanding the mission of Njiko. We need experienced Directors who have a proven track record of board leadership and success in the non-profit arena with access to and relationships with philanthropic-minded donors to super-charge our fundraising efforts. As Njiko grows as a team and scales our solutions, this new board member will work closely with our Founder to take on the vital responsibilities of securing philanthropic and other investments.

We are looking for Board Members who align with our mission and have achieved leadership stature in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector. His/her/their accomplishments will allow him/her/them to attract other well-qualified, high-performing Board Members.

Position Summary:

The Board of Directors will support the work of Njiko and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance and oversight to the organization. While day-to-day operations are led by the organization’s Founder and implemented by staff, the Board-Founder relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected.

The ideal Board Member is passionate about Njiko’s mission in creating platforms to fight social injustice. This candidate is also someone who transforms that passion into compelling storytelling that connects with donors to help them see the opportunities Njiko brings. The experience of expanding a network of funders in Social Justice, especially within the United States, will be one of the crucial skills that Directors will bring to this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF ALL INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS (General Leadership, Governance and Oversight):

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Founder as he develops and implements the strategic plan and assist him in identifying and recruiting other Board Members who can make significant contributions to Njiko; provide moral and professional support, and be available as a resource to the Founder and the board; hold the Founder and other board members accountable and transparent for their actions and decisions

• Partner with the Founder and other board members to ensure that board resolutions are carried out; participate in the generation and approval of policies focusing on mission, finances, and income; ensure that programs are consistent with Njiko’s mission; approve Njiko’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities

• Represent Njiko to stakeholders; acting as an ambassador for its programs; ensure Njiko commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects the communities we serve

• Be loyal to Njiko, always exercising board powers in the interest of Njiko, and not for the interest of self, individual director, or others; ensure legal and ethical integrity to members, funders, donors, other constituents, and the public

• Support and actively participate in fundraising and awareness campaigns set forth to ensure sustainability and mission; be familiar with and follow conflict-of-interest policies and submit an annual Conflict of Interest Report

• Keep up to date on developments in and affecting the nonprofit sector; regularly assess the environment of the nonprofit sector, and develop, in partnership with the Founder and other board members; serve as a model for nonprofits regarding best practices in governance with focus on "what matters most," and apply the knowledge and experience of individual board members to the challenges facing Njiko

• Ensure that the organizational strength and employee base can sustain the mission and achieve long-range goals; respect existing time commitments and priorities of staff

• Avoid involvement in all political campaigns in the name of Njiko, unless directed by the Board or the Founder to question or present an advocacy issue on behalf of Njiko to a potential candidate

• Maintain confidentiality of the Board’s executive actions

• Board Members will serve a one (1) to three (3) year term to be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term. Board meetings will be held quarterly, and committee meetings will be held periodically in coordination with full board meetings. Maintaining good standing as a Board Member requires at least 50% (2/4) Board Meeting and committee meeting participation.

• Board Members will consider Njiko a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that Njiko can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, the Njiko Board of Directors has implemented a monetary give-or-get expectation that each Board Member will either assist the organization in acquiring new funding sources or make an annual personal, tax-deductible contribution at a level reasonable to the individual board

This Ideal Candidate Possess the Following Personal and Professional Attributes:

• Strong belief in Njiko’s mission and culture and be excited at the opportunity to join a Board and our organization; A commitment to and understanding of Njiko beneficiaries, based on experience, preferably on an international level

• Extensive professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector

• Savvy diplomatic skills and a natural affinity for cultivating relationships and persuading, facilitating, and building consensus among diverse individuals; personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion for improving the lives of Njiko beneficiaries

• Ability to embody Njiko’s values of Accessibility, Respect, Diversity, Learning, Possibility, Collaboration, Empathy, Communication and Results; be open minded, have a growth mindset, open to considering diverse viewpoints and unusual strategies

• The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic organization that is building, measuring, and iterating programs and development. She/he/they will be a self-starter who thrives on trying and refining innovative ideas, who has the desire to interact with other Directors as not just colleagues, but as friends, mentors, and mentees

• Service on Njiko for the Future’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for pre-approved administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties

• Individuals from finance/accounting, legal, banking, business, management, film/media production, publishing are encouraged to apply. Other backgrounds are also welcomed to apply. Appointment will be based on an overall fit for the organization not solely based on your professional background

Required Qualifications:

• Strong written communication and compelling presentation skills
• Strategic planning expertise
• Detail-Oriented AND Big Picture-Oriented - able not only to focus on the details of work but also able to see the bigger picture and determine the steps required to get there
• Autonomous / Independent - enjoys working with little direction
• Possesses a High-Stress Tolerance - thrives in a high-pressure environment
• Has Superior Time-Management Skills - can juggle multiple responsibilities and demands simultaneously
• Prefer a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Management / Governance / Oversight, preferably in non-profit arena
• Prefer a degree in complimentary field such as MBA, finance/accounting, non-profit management, legal or similar
• Must demonstrate patience, empathy, and a collaborative and communicative attitude always

Why Join Us?

• Expand your network. You get to work as a part of an innovative, global, and diverse team
• Be part of a movement. We are doing big, much-needed things and dream big about where this all will take us
• Learn and grow. You get to continuously learn and develop your skills. You might join us because of your skills in business development but can contribute to any team’s work if you would like
• Do good. It is a scientific fact that volunteering for a good cause improves your wellbeing.

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Innovative - innovative and risk-taking
• People-oriented - supportive, fairness-focused, and consistent
• Team-oriented - cooperative, empathetic, communicative, and collaborative

Pay: $0.00 per hour (volunteer)

Benefits:

• Work remotely from home
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity to do good and give back

Application Question: Why do you want to volunteer your time, talents, and resources as a member of Njiko’s Board of Directors?

Company’s Website: https://njiko.org/

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule: Day Shift and/or Evening Shift / No weekends (unless you feel like it)

Work Location: Fully Remote

Hours per week: Flexible and Usually Less Than 10 After Early Surge in Activity