Board Director

Company: United Way
Location: Ankeny
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

The Community Support Advocates Board of Directors is seeking candidates for our volunteer Board Director position. Board Directors are elected to a 3 year term. The Board is responsible for

• Approving the strategic focus and mission of the agency and ensures they are in alignment.
• Approving planning goals and objectives, and delegating implementation of plan to staff.
• Reviewing and approving governing policy in areas such as finance, and program operation.
• Selection, evaluation, compensation consideration, and supervision of the CEO.
• Recruiting new board members, participating in board development and fulfilling Board Member responsibilities.
• Approving fund raising goals. Participating in fund raising activities and resource development.
• Representing the Agency to the public. Advocating for the organization and enhancing the organization's public image.
• Approving annual budget and ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
• Hiring auditor, reviewing auditor's report and recommendations
• Assessing its own performance as the governing body of CSA.Expectations of Individual Board MembersEach individual Board member is expected to
  • Know CSA's mission, policies, programs and needs
  • Support CSA's mission and vision, and acts within the values of the organization.
  • Faithfully read and understand CSA's financial statements
  • Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for CSA and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for CSA to advance our mission.
  • Leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve CSA's mission.
  • Give a meaningful financial donation each year.
  • Prepare for, attend and conscientiously participate in board meetings.
  • Participate fully in one or more committee of the Board.

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