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Description: Are you passionate about making a global impact? Hope Springs Africa seeks dynamic and dedicated Visionary Board Leaders to join our virtual board. As a Visionary Board Leader, you will guide our initiatives and ensure we bring hope, dignity, and vital resources to rural Rwanda. This opportunity allows you to leverage your skills and experience to create lasting change.
Responsibilities:
Provide strategic direction and oversight for our programs and initiatives.
Advocate for Hope Springs Africa within your networks.
Participate in quarterly virtual board meetings and additional committee meetings as needed.
Support fundraising efforts, including personal contributions and leveraging connections for donations.
Collaborate with fellow board members to develop and implement impactful projects.
Benefits:
Make a tangible difference in the lives of families in Rwanda, Africa.
Gain a sense of fulfillment from contributing to meaningful, life-changing projects.
Network with like-minded, mission-driven professionals.
Enhance your leadership skills and experience in the nonprofit sector.
Be recognized as a founding member of a global movement.
Time Commitment:
Approximately 10 hours per month, including meetings and committee work.
Attend virtual board meetings (1.5 hours each).
Participate in additional committee meetings as needed.
Ideal Candidates:
Passionate about international development and humanitarian efforts.
Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
Excellent networker with the ability to advocate and fundraise.
Committed to the mission and vision of Hope Springs Africa.
Experience in development, marketing, education, volunteer recruitment, or nonprofit management is a plus.
Join Us: If you're ready to step up and make a global impact, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role. Your vision, commitment, and leadership can help transform lives and bring hope to communities in Rwanda. Together, we can create a brighter future.
Apply now to start your journey as a Visionary Board Leader with Hope Springs Africa. Let's make a difference, one step at a time.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Hope Springs Africa, Inc.
Location:
7 Venture Dr, Suite 104-116, Bluffton, SC 29910, US
Mission Statement
Hope Springs Africa is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing hope, dignity, and essential resources to the rural communities of Rwanda. Founded on a mission to make a tangible difference, we aim to transform lives and empower individuals to achieve their full potential.
Description
Our History: Our journey began with a divine encounter and a call to action. What started as a small initiative has become a movement, touching many lives in Rwanda. We build sustainable solutions that uplift communities.
Our Goals:
Provide clean drinking water
Empower girls through education and mentorship
Support families with essential resources and training
Foster entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency
Promote agricultural development and food security
Establish community centers for education and skill-building
Plant and support local churches for spiritual growth
Our Achievements:
Water Filters: A third of the way to our fundraising goal.
Adopt-a-Family: Enrolled five children in school, provided health insurance, and trained their mother in sewing. This family now thrives with dignity and hope.
CAUSE AREAS
Education & Literacy
Faith-Based
Hunger
Education & Literacy,
Faith-Based,
Hunger
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
(0.000,0.000)
DATE POSTED
August 12, 2024
SKILLS
Capacity Planning
Donor Management
Fundraising
Grant Writing / Research
CSR / Volunteer Coordination
Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 25
Orientation or Training
Approximately 12-15 hours per month
Must complete application on Hope Springs Africa website.
