Board of Directors for Global Nonprofit (Volunteer Position)

About the job

United Planet (www.unitedplanet.org) seeks a diverse set of board members with experience in business, non-profits or international relations to join our Board of Directors. Our Board is a volunteer board, and members dedicate their expertise, time and money to support United Planet and its mission. We are looking for mission-aligned individuals with strong collaboration, communication, implementation, and strategic skills and expertise in one or more of the following areas: fundraising, marketing, finance or HR.

An ideal Board member is a committed, passionate, and respected individual who brings expertise, diversity, and influence; actively participates as a working member; represents the organization with dedication; and balances developing its health with promoting its mission and programs.

What is United Planet?

United Planet is an international non-profit organization with a mission to create a global community, one relationship at a time. United Planet connects people who want to make a difference in communities across the world through cross-cultural experiences and service, overseas volunteering, gap years, group programs, corporate partnerships, global virtual internships & volunteering, and project-based virtual exchange programs. With opportunities in more than 40 countries, United Planet connects people across the globe through shared goals and mutual learning, enabling participants to immerse themselves in a culture outside of their comfort zone.

Board Member Responsibilities:

1. Understand and Support the Mission – Familiarize yourself with United Planet’s values, policies, programs, and community needs while serving as an advocate and ambassador to promote its mission.
2. Commit to Philanthropy and Fundraising – This includes a significant personal financial contribution, as well as assisting in fundraising by leveraging connections and networks to meet board-established goals.
3. Provide Strategic Oversight – Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, approve the annual budget, evaluate organizational performance, and ensure financial objectives align with its mission.
4. Engage in Governance and Compliance – Uphold legal, financial, and fiduciary responsibilities while supporting CEO evaluations and maintaining ethical standards.
5. Participate in Board Meetings and Committees – Prepare for and attend meetings, review materials in advance, and actively engage in at least one committee or task force. Commit to a renewable three-year and make time for your board responsibilities.
6. Strengthen Leadership and Team – Assist in recruiting new board members and provide expertise, connections, and resources to enhance the organization’s work.
7. Honor Commitments and Organizational Policies – Adhere to conflict of interest and confidentiality agreements while fulfilling board responsibilities in a timely manner.
8. Foster Learning and Inclusivity – Seek opportunities to understand the community served and respect the voices and experiences of all stakeholders.

Important: United Planet is partnering with VireUp, our amazing pro-bono technology sponsor, to streamline the application process for both applicants and our team at United Planet. The VireUp video interview platform uses a unique human-led AI analysis to perform an unbiased assessment and collect the best insights to get to know you as a valuable candidate.

Please start your application at https://platform.vireup.com/application/?jid=683431ce0e948580d40b2cc2.

(Only applications through VireUp will be considered).