MenAlive: Board of directors - board Member

Background:

Founded in 2001, MenAlive - Orange County Gay Men's Chorus is a non-profit organization committed to its mission - "that through music, men's voices unite to entertain, inform, bring healing, joy, friendship all while building bridges with the community at large". It accomplishes that mission through a series of choral concerts for the public and community outreach.

POSITION AVAILABLE:

MenAlive’s Board of Directors comprises leaders from the nonprofit and for-profit sector who are dedicated to the organization’s mission and strives to be a model of governance performance. Our volunteer board members champion the importance of exceptional board leadership and believe that the organization needs a strong and effective board to fully realize its potential for good. In addition to the standard roles and responsibilities of a board member, our board members are active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and are fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for MenAlive to advance its mission. Serving on the MenAlive Board of Directors is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about strengthening leadership and governance in the nonprofit sector.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY INCLUDE:

  • Ability to read and understand MenAlive’s financial statements and to otherwise help the board fulfill its fiduciary responsibilities

  • Attend, at minimum, 75% of board meetings per year including reading board materials in advance of board meetings and to coming prepared to ask questions and participate in discussions

  • Serve as the Director of one or more committees of the board and to actively participate in committee work

  • Play an active role in securing the sustainable financial resources necessary for MenAlive to achieve its mission

  • Leverage personal, professional, and community connections to help the chorus form and develop new relationships with new donors

  • Responsibly represent MenAlive to their respective communities and to advocate for MenAlive’s mission, programs, and services as appropriate

  • Attend concerts, attend 50% of the fundraising events and bring others who will contribute, attend 50% of the organization’s other events in support of philanthropy such as recognition, thank you and other related support events

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Connections to the community through volunteerism

  • Experience in Fundraising (Individual or organization)

  • Strong time management skills

  • Strong communication skills through email, phone, and meeting settings

  • Expertise in one or more of the following areas:

    • Development

    • Finance

    • Marketing

    • Patron Services

    • Volunteer Outreach

RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience working in a group dynamic to lead an organization (non-profit preferred)

EXPECTED COMMITMENT:

Board terms are voluntary and last for three years

How to Apply

To apply for the open position, please forward a cover letter and resume to president@ocgmc.org.