What are the responsibilities and job description for the Board Member position at Susan G. Komen?
**CALL FOR NEW COMMUNITY BOARD MEMBERS FOR THE GEORGIA MARKET (YOU MUST LIVE IN GEORGIA FOR CONSIDERATION)**
About Our Organization
At Susan G. Komen®, our vision is a world without breast cancer. Our mission is to save lives by funding research breakthroughs for breast cancer, and ensuring all people receive the care they need.
Komen Community Boards exist to further the Komen Mission and to fuel that Mission by driving revenue generation in communities. Board members serve as brand ambassadors, fundraisers, mission and advocacy partners, and champions in the community.
Key attributes of Community Board members:
Being Komen’s go-to resource in their local community.
Participating in state/federal public policy initiatives.
Funding the mission of Komen by participating in the full cycle of development planning and plan execution to meet Community revenue goals and objectives.
Embracing Susan G. Komen as one of their top charities of choice.
Utilizing your influence and resources to engage more people in supporting the mission.
Sharing their unique knowledge, talents, and connections (i.e., corporate partners, individual donors and foundations, elected officials, health care providers) to optimize Komen in the local community.
Sharing Komen’s mission and impact in their daily interactions.
Criteria for Membership on the Community Board:
Supports Komen’s Vision and Mission
Is a high-impact leader
Utilizes contacts in the community
Demonstrates community leadership and knowledge of community resources
Has a history of fundraising on boards with other nonprofit organizations
Is willing to make a personal and meaningful gift
Has the ability to identify and make the ask of donors and other volunteers
Attends Community Board meetings
If you are ready to contribute your skills and expertise to our mission and want to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve, we encourage you to apply for this meaningful volunteer position. Together, we can shape the future in our quest to end breast cancer.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume/cover letter or your LinkedIn profile outlining your interest in this position and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications listed above.