Board Member

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Zambia.

📋 Description

• Offer strategic leadership by steering the organization's strategic direction and facilitating the execution of its strategy and priorities in Zambia.

• Ensure governance oversight, which includes aiding in the appointment of the Hub Director, monitoring organizational performance, and guaranteeing compliance with values, policies, and legal obligations.

• Evaluate and oversee annual budgets, financial performance, statutory compliance, and audited financial statements.

• Enhance partnerships and the organization's visibility through professional networks and engagement with government entities, development partners, the private sector, and other stakeholders.

• Aid in resource mobilization by identifying funding opportunities, making strategic connections, and advocating for organizational sustainability.

• Participate in quarterly Board meetings, the Annual Board Away Day, and additional meetings as necessary.

• Serve on a standing sub-committee and engage in meetings as required.

• Provide strategic guidance and oversight to the Hub Director and Leadership Team in between Board meetings.

• Act as an ambassador, representing Restless Development Zambia at selected meetings, events, and stakeholder engagements.

• Prepare for meetings, review Board documents, and contribute to discussions and decision-making processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong professional experience.

• Solid understanding of the Zambian development landscape.

• Dedication to good governance and the vision of Restless Development Zambia.

• Strategic thinking, sound judgment, and integrity.

• Willingness to invest time, knowledge, and experience.

• Commitment to accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership.

• Ability to provide strategic insights and enhance the Board's governance role.

• Capability to expand relationships and influence across government, civil society, development partners, academia, the private sector, youth networks, and other stakeholders.

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: risk management and audit; finance and accounting; legal and corporate governance; resource mobilization and strategy.

• Applications are particularly encouraged from individuals with experience on governing boards, audit committees, finance committees, or senior leadership teams in the public, private, or non-profit sectors.

• Submit a current CV or résumé along with a concise cover letter of no more than two pages.

🏝️ Benefits

• Voluntary role.

• Not compensated.

• Opportunity to contribute to the governance and strategic direction of Restless Development Zambia.

• Chance to support young people and communities across Zambia.