Board Member – Volunteer/Outreach
| Our board | EXPECTATIONS OF THE BOARD AS A WHOLE The mission of Generation Organization is to provide all young professionals with world-class networking, mentorship, and career training.. As the highest leadership body of the organization and to satisfy its fiduciary duties, the board is responsible for • determining the mission and purposes of the organization • selecting and evaluating the performance of the CEO/ executive director • strategic and organizational planning • ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management • fundraising and resource development • approving and monitoring Generation NOW Organization’s programs and services • enhancing Generation NOW Organization’s public image • assessing its own performance as the governing body of Generation NOW Organization EXPECTATIONS OF INDIVIDUAL BOARD MEMBERS Each individual board member is expected to • know the organization’s mission, policies, programs, and needs • faithfully read and understand the organization’s financial statements • serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for Generation NOW Organization to advance its mission • leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to fully achieve Generation NOW’s mission • give a meaningful personal financial donation • help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization’s fundraising and reputational standing, and can influence public policy • prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings • participate fully in one or more committees Board Member BOARD MEMBERS ARE ALSO EXPECTED TO • follow the organization’s bylaws, policies, and board resolutions • sign an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure and update it during the year if necessary, as well as disclose potential conflicts before meetings and actual conflicts during meetings https://www.gennowcincy.org/mission-vision-and-values |
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| Position | Review of role, responsibilities and leadership attributes: • Oversee the volunteer recruitment campaign and processes • Monitor the volunteer tracking; strategize and manage volunteer engagement within the Generation NOW • Responsible for overseeing the Volunteer Recruitment committee, Volunteer Tracking committee, and Volunteer Engagement committee • Strategize new ways to develop and grow volunteer recruitment; streamline volunteer tracking process with other committees; oversee volunteer engagement and provide feedback to Director of Member Engagement |
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| Desired skills *required | Branding*, Communications*, Digital Marketing*, Human Resources*, Marketing*, Public Relations*, Social Media* |
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| When | Once a Month, plus committee meetings |
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| Where | Virtual Meetings for now |
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| Commitment | 5 to 7 hours/month |
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| Donation | We require a specific amount of “give or get” for all board members. |
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| Requirements | Passion for volunteering and recruit more volunteers.Specific Responsibilities: • Oversee the Volunteer Recruitment committee o Reach out to members to volunteer & assist with matching members up with volunteer positions; coordinate the volunteer recruitment events, manage volunteer inquiries, work with board to find out what their volunteer needs are • Oversee the Volunteer Tracking committee o Tracking the volunteers monthly through various reports, maintain the volunteer database; keep volunteer positions descriptions up to date; keep the volunteer opportunities up to date on the Generation NOW website • Oversee the Volunteer Engagement committee o Manage the new volunteer introductions to their appropriate committee and follow up with the volunteer or committee when needed; reengage volunteers after 1 month and 6 months to make sure they are happy and connected in their current placement; step in for Volunteer Chair at educational programs when needed |
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| On-boarding | Introduction Meeting Invite to Interview, selection committee approves the new board member, send out acceptance letter, board orientation, and board role training. |
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| Our mission | To invite and inspire diverse Young Professionals to visit, live, experience, and stay in our city long-term. |
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| Causes | Children, Education, Life Skills, Social Justice & Equality |
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