SummerCollab- Board Treasurer

ROLE: Board Treasurer

LOCATION: New Castle County, DE START DATE: Immediate

OUR STORY

SummerCollab co-creates youth programs that energize kids to love learning, play wildly and believe in the power of their unique talents. We envision a world filled with imaginative, confident young people who believe in their unique talents, intelligence and unlimited possibility. Our signature programs, Tyler’s Camp, Literacy Corps and CollabClub, provide new experiences and rich activities designed to narrow learning gaps in low income communities. We focus on cultivating self-worth, self-discovery, and meaningful human connection. Through these programs, kids learn to be vulnerable, persistent and curious while exploring new experiences. A side effect of this work is improved confidence, academic engagement and performance.

ROLE OF THE BOARD

The Board of Directors is legally and ethically responsible for all of SummerCollab’s activities. The Board supports the work of SummerCollab and provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by SummerCollab’s President/CEO, the Board-President relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specifically, the Board:

• Determines SummerCollab’s mission and how the organization will carry out its mission through long and short-range planning
• Adopts an annual budget and provides fiscal oversight
• Develops, guides and engages the organization’s fundraising plans
• Recruits, orients, and develops Board members
• Hires and evaluates the performance of the SummerCollab President/CEO
• Evaluates its performance and overall performance of the organization in achieving the mission
• Establishes policies for the effective management of the organization

BOARD TREASURER ROLE

The Board Treasurer is an executive member of the Board of Directors of the Summer Learning Collaborative and is to be appointed in a manner consistent with the bylaws. The Board Treasurer works closely with the Chair of the Board and the CEO and serves as the Chief Financial Officer of the Corporation.

BOARD TREASURER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and promote the SummerCollab’s mission
• Be familiar with the organization’s programs, policies, and operations
• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings
• Review agenda and supporting documents prior to meetings
• Participate in follow up items and provide feedback as requested
• Maintains custody of the funds and securities of the Corporation
• Meets monthly with CEO and accounting team to review financial statements and cash flow projections
• Works with CEO to prepare annual budget
• Translates financial concepts and information
• Make an annual contribution to the organization commensurate with ability*
• Participate in fundraising activities and special events
• Strictly adhere to conflict of interest policies
• Strictly adhere to confidentiality policies
• Ensure SummerCollab’s commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects the communities the organization serves.
• Financial and Resource Development Expectations: SummerCollab Board Members will consider SummerCollab a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that SummerCollab can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, SummerCollab expects to have 100% of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity. Board Members are also expected to identify and cultivate potential donors and sponsors.

TIME DEMANDS (APPROXIMATE)

• Attend and actively participate in all board all board meetings (11 monthly board meetings, approximately 1-2 hours in length)
• Attend and actively participate in the annual planning retreat (one half day)
• Attend special events such as fundraisers and celebrations
• Attend monthly meeting with CEO and accounting team (1 hour monthly)
• Attend new Board Member orientation (approx. 3-4 hours)
• Meet with potential donors/funders to make a case for funding the organization, answer questions, etc. (approx. 6 hours annually)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector
• A commitment to and understanding of SummerCollab’s beneficiaries, preferably based on experience
• The ability to cultivate relationships and persuade, convene, facilitate, and build consensus among diverse individuals
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion for improving the lives of SummerCollab’s beneficiaries

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SummerCollab is an equal opportunity employer that strives to be a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, partners, community, volunteers, contractors, and vendors. We respect and value diverse life experiences and cultures and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

SummerCollab does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender expression/identity, age, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical ability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.