JOIN THE BOARD
In the interest of adhering to our core value of organizational excellence, Latinos in Virginia Empowerment Center is committed to recruiting and working with a diverse group of community leaders that represent different backgrounds and skill sets. Below we have listed a set of duties, skills, and commitments expected from those interested in joining our Board of Directors:
Single Position Description:
Position Purpose: Together with other members of the Board, this position is legally responsible for all activities of the agency.
Board members are responsible for:
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Determining the agency's major policies
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Approving the annual budget and monitoring/approving the corporate finances
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Employing/supervising the agency's CEO
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Providing direction and leadership in order to achieve the agency's philosophy, mission, and strategic plan
Individual Board Member Commitments:
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Prepare for, attend, and participate in at least 3 of 4 Board of Director's quarterly meetings
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Participate in at least one committee
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Ensure legal and ethical integrity and maintain accountability
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Use your skills in a way that advances the mission of Latinos in Virginia Empowerment Center
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Abstain from any actions that might lead to a “conflict of interest”
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Make a thoughtful contribution to the agency
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To actively participate in the fund development/fundraising and other agency activities
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Enhance the organization's public standing by promoting its work within your circles of influence
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Nurture the future leadership and governance of the Board by submitting strong nominees for vacancies on the Board of Directors
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confidentiality
Skill Required:
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Speak Spanish and/or have experience working with the Hispanic/Latino community in Virginia
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Ability to rise above personal bias/prejudice, for the common good and needs of the organization as a whole.
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Competence to judge an idea on its own merit
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Ability to respectfully express frank and honest opinions
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Ability to work in concert with other volunteers and to share partnership with Latinos in Virginia Empowerment
team (staff) members -
Ability to willingly tackle each important and demanding task
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Ability to look at both the present and the future and have vision and perspective
If you are interested in joining the board, a board position should be available,
please contact us hola@latinosenvirginia.org