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Duties of the Board of Directors
IFCAE recognizes that serving on our
Board of Directors is a voluntary act done out of kindness and a
commitment to our Mission, and we are grateful for the time and energy
that our Board has put forth toward making IFCAE a successful
organization.
We have now reached a stage in our evolution in which we wish to expand
our Board of Directors. We recognize that strong boards usually include
members with diverse skills, such as fundraising, legal expertise,
financial planning, public relations, etc. Therefore, we are looking for
a few skilled people who believe in our mission and who wish to help us
become more visible, effective, and financially secure.
Application Process
If you are interested in joining our Board, here is how to get
started:
- Review the "IFCAE Board of Directors
Overview" posted below to gain an understanding of the roles and
responsibilities of our Board members.
- Explore our website to get a feel for
our mission, programs and partners to make sure your interests match
with our organization.
- Download, print and complete the Board
Service Application
DOWNLOAD LINK
The Board meets monthly and will review your materials and get back to you in the first
week of the new month. After everyone has had a chance to read over your
application we will make arrangements to meet. Feel free to contact us at
anytime with questions. Thanks for your interest!
IFCAE Board of Directors Overview
- Board members are elected for two-year
terms.
- The commitment is typically around 5-10
hours a month and includes six two hour evening Board of Director meetings in the Portland area each year.
Minimal Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide for the general stewardship of
the organization
- Regularly attend Board meetings
- Participate in email discussions
in-between monthly meetings
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Provide oversight of Management decisions (Staff provides
updates at Board meetings)
- Vote on Board related matters (e.g.,
approving involvement in major project)
- Provide oversight of organizational
finances (Treasurer provides updates at Board meetings)
As Possible
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Participate in fundraising efforts
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Participate in IFCAE community service projects
and events
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