It is crucial to understand the responsibilities and scope of each position before applying to be a board member or director. A clear definition of roles will help reduce the chance of conflicts-of-interest and encourage an efficient board.
Typically, boards for nonprofit organizations are made up of individuals who give their time in support/direct mission fulfillment roles and collectively serve as an authoritative governing body. The board may also include committees which perform a significant portion of its responsibilities and improve the productivity and efficiency.
A typical structure includes a Fundraising Committee, Governance Committee (which sets policies and programs), Finance or Audit/Risk committee, Nominating committee and other Ad-Hoc committees. Each organization will have its own committee structure.
The majority of nonprofit organizations also have a CEO/Executive Director who is a manager, not a board member. While many people think that these two positions are equivalent and that they are, in reality, different roles. President is a role in governance and the role of the CEO/ED is more of a management role.
The best way to find members is to actively search for those in the community with the talents and knowledge which can benefit your organisation. Nonprofits can search for potential members via a variety methods such as a board matching program, networking events, and platforms like LinkedIn. Nonprofits should also have a system to onboard new members on their specific responsibilities. Furthermore, nonprofits must have strong board governance procedures and D&O protection in place to reduce their risks and ensure success.
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