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Board Member - Board of Directors Location: Remote, United States Position Type: Volunteer, Part-Time
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation and the future of our oceans? Aeon for Ocean is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to educating and influencing the younger generation to take a leadership role in ocean conservation. Join us as a volunteer and be part of a passionate team that’s creating change by promoting “Kids teaching kids to lead the way in protecting the world’s oceans”. If this cause excites you as much as it does us, then apply today! You can learn more about our amazing mission here.
Position Description:
As a Member of the Board of Directors at Aeon for Ocean, you will be instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the organization. You will oversee organizational policies, financial health, and overall governance, ensuring we fulfill our mission effectively and ethically.
Your Impact on our Mission:
This position is critical to our mission and the key responsibilities you will perform as a part of our Board of Directors include, but are not limited to:
- Providing governance and oversight for the organization's operations
- Contributing to the development of the strategic plan and monitor its execution
- Ensuring the financial stability and accountability of the organization
- Advocating for the organization's mission and engaging in community outreach efforts
- Attending and actively participating in mandatory quarterly remote board meetings and relevant committee meetings
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
Along with their passion for our mission, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Proven leadership experience in a board role or similar capacity
- Strong commitment to the organization's mission and strategic objectives
- Experience in governance, finance, fundraising, and/or nonprofit management
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to think critically and engage in constructive dialogue with other board members
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
- Background in environmental/watershed/ocean stewardship is preferred
- Prior experience with a non-profit organization is highly preferred
- Location within the 48 contiguous United States is highly preferred
Applicants must also have the ability to attend periodic meetings conducted during regular business hours in the Central Standard (CST) Time Zone. We are looking for someone who can dedicate about eight hours a month, attend mandatory quarterly remote Board meetings, and can commit for at least two years (though we’d love to have you even longer)! The quarterly Board meetings are generally advertised well in advance and are usually held on Sunday afternoons or evenings for approximately two (2) hours.
Why Join our Team?
This role will benefit you with hands-on experience in your field while you work alongside like-minded professionals who are also passionate about our mission. You’ll have the opportunity to develop valuable skills like teamwork, leadership, and project management. The hours are flexible and you will have the opportunity to build valuable connections as you see your work come to life!
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply using the link on this page. You must include at least three (3) professional references with your resume, and they must be included in one document along with your resume.
If you have any questions or need assistance with applying, please email [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in joining our Team, we look forward to learning more about you!
As part of Aeon for Ocean's standard process, some candidates might undergo a background verification check before an offer is extended. These verification checks will be conducted either by Aeon for Ocean directly or by a professional third-party firm at no charge to the applicant.
Aeon for Ocean is an Equal Opportunity Organization. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.
Upon successful completion of a minimum of two (2) years of service, a letter of recommendation will be provided to the volunteer upon his/her request.
