We are currently looking to fill the role of President on the American, non-profit board.

Responsibilities:
• Attend and lead regular board meetings and other meetings as required.
• Participate actively in board and related committee work honestly and thoughtfully.
• Work closely with the CEO to ensure that the board’s goals are aligned with the organization’s needs and that the organization’s activities are compliant and in furtherance of its mission.
• Lead the planning process for the organization and board, including the setting of annual goals and monitoring progress.
• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and assessing the organization’s programs, financial management practices, and fundraising practices.
• Delegate projects and tasks to other board members as appropriate.
• Stay informed about board matters, prepare well for meetings, and review and comment on minutes, reports, and other documents.
• Lead and contribute to a positive board work environment and development of the team and organizational culture.
• Developing and maintaining beneficial relationships with donors, funders, supporters, collaborators, allies, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with staff to cultivate and solicit grants and individual gifts.
• Participate in fundraising for the organization, working towards personally set goals.
• Act as a mentor to other board members to keep them accountable to their goals.
• Adhere to all board and organization agreements, rules, and bylaws.
• Accept additional tasks and projects, completing them thoroughly and on time.
• Championing the organization and advocating its mission to internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
• Excellent communication skills (the board operates in English)
• Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively
• Sensitivity, understanding, and appreciation of diverse cultures
• Conflict management skills
• Business/non-profit management experience (>1 year)
• Project management/development experience
• Fundraising/fund development experience (nice to have)
• Prior board experience an asset
• Has spent 6+ months in Zambia or Southern Africa in the last 5 years

Good to Know
• We usually meet every two months for board meetings, usually in early afternoon EST (1.5-2 hour meetings is standard). We hope to move to every quarter for meetings.
• We have board members in west to east coast North America, Europe, and Zambia – some flexibility in meeting times is appreciated to accommodate everyone. We almost always meet on Sundays, sometimes Saturdays.
• We communicate using email and Facebook messenger. Our board meetings use Facebook group calls (audio only).
• We are a small, but mighty team all dedicated to the growth of the organization. There is lots of opportunity to take on projects that will allow you to grow your skills, experience, and personal goals while contributing to the organization’s goals.
• As we are a growing organization, we expect our board members to participate in fundraising and awareness campaigns.

Application Instructions
Please send your resume and completed application form to admin@fhci.org by July 31, 2021 at 8:00 PM (EST). Please note in the subject line what position you are applying to. Application form is available for download here: fhcizambia.org/contact-us