Volunteers Board Members (Remote)

Purpose for the Board of Directors position:

The Board of Directors is responsible for steering the organization forward, fundraising, and ensuring the nonprofit has the resources it needs.

Mission:

Girl Now Woman Later works to increase the graduation rate for middle school girls and high school girls in Burkina Faso by equipping them with menstruation health knowledge. We strongly believe that an educated girl will develop into an emancipated woman. An all-volunteer organization, we promote science-based outreach and education through workshop series, coaching, and collaborative projects.

Girl Now Woman Later seeks new board members who enjoy hands-on engagement with skills and expertise in event planning, fundraising, management, marketing, governance and strategic planning, or community exhibits. For more information about Girl Now Woman Later visit: https://www.girlnowwomanlater.org Share your interest and volunteer at: VOLUNTEERS - GIRL NOW WOMAN LATER

Members of the Board of Directors shall contribute to the organization in many ways including:

• • Asking their networks to financially support the organization.
  • Connect the organization with their company's foundation or community relations program, which often needs an inside person to get the gift.
  • Plan a fundraising event such as a golf tournament, bowling tournament, and other competitions to raise funds.
  • Host an intimate dinner party at their home and ask their friends to donate.
  • Connect the organization with leaders of other organizations to create partnerships.
  • Promote the organization's campaigns.
  • Monitor and evaluate the job performance of the Executive Director. (Should this be kept, or not...why is only the executive director being monitored and evaluated...)
  • Govern the organization and ensure adequate financial resources and stability.
  • Assist with the identification, cultivation, and recruitment of potential new board members.
  • Stay informed about board matters.
  • Attend meetings every two months.

Members of the Board of Directors shall contribute to the organization in many ways such as:

• • Asking their networks to financially support the organization.
  • Connect the organization with their company's foundation or community relations program, which often needs an inside person to get the gift.
  • Plan a fundraising event such as a golf tournament, bowling tournament, and other competitions to raise funds.
  • Host an intimate dinner party at their home and ask their friends to donate.
  • Connect the organization with leaders of other organizations to create partnerships.
  • Promote the organization's campaigns.
  • Monitor and evaluate the job performance of the Executive Director. (Should this be kept, or not...why is only the executive director being monitored and evaluated...)
  • Govern the organization and ensure adequate financial resources and stability.
  • Assist with the identification, cultivation, and recruitment of potential new board members.
  • Stay informed about board matters.
  • Attend meetings every two months.

QUALIFICATIONS:

We are seeking individuals who bring passion, commitment, and diverse expertise to help advance Girl Now Woman Later’s mission. Ideal candidates will have:

• • A demonstrated interest in gender equity, education, and community empowerment.
  • Experience or skills in one or more areas such as fundraising, event planning, nonprofit governance, finance, marketing, advocacy, or strategic planning.
  • A willingness to actively contribute time, talent, and networks to support GNWL’s mission.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of an all-volunteer team.
  • Integrity, accountability, and a desire to create sustainable, community-led impact.

BENEFITS:

THIS IS A VOLUNTEER BOARD POSITION.

Board members do not receive financial compensation but gain valuable experience in nonprofit leadership, governance, and strategic development. The role offers meaningful opportunities for personal fulfillment, professional growth, and community impact such as:

• Contribute directly to advancing menstrual health equity and education for girls in underserved communities.
• Strengthen your leadership profile through active participation in decision-making.
• Connect with a diverse group of leaders, professionals, and advocates committed to gender equity and education.
• Leave a positive mark by helping build a sustainable future for an all-volunteer nonprofit organization.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this volunteer board position, please email the following to info@girlnowwomanlater.org:

1. 1. A brief statement of interest explaining why you’d like to join the board and how your experience aligns with the role.
   2. A current résumé and your LinkedIn profile link.

APPLICATIONS ARE REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS.

Selected candidates will be invited for a brief Zoom interview. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share a passion for sustainable, community-led impact and a commitment to advancing menstrual health equity.

🙏 Thank you for helping us advance this vital mission.

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