Board of Directors

Are you interested in making an impact and getting on board?! 

The Youth Collaboratory Board of Directors is accepting applications for committed youth development experts who are interested in helping influence and strengthen the youth service field through participation on our board of directors. The Board of Directors supports the work of Youth Collaboratory by providing leadership and strategic governance to the organization and Executive Director. 

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about influencing and strengthening the field of youth development. It also provides excellent opportunities for professional development, networking, and civic engagement.

You’re right for this opportunity if you: 

• Are committed to Youth Collaboratory’s mission, equity and liberation, and anti-racism
• Believe youth can be a catalyst for change 
• Want to help improve the lives of young people, their families, and their communities  
• Wake up every day ready to collaborate and innovate  
• Are not afraid to ask why, test new strategies, experiment, and appreciate what it means to fail forward 
• Have professional or lived experiences in programs focused on youth and young adult homelessness, trafficking prevention, or mentoring 
• Are an organizational member of Youth Collaboratory or are willing to become one. If you’re not an organizational member, but you’re still interested, let us know. As we expand our search we’d love to be in touch. 
• You have lived experience and/or you work in a senior role at your organization. Bottomline, we’re not just looking for executive directors! Deputy directors, program managers, and emerging leaders are encouraged to apply! 

What we can offer you: 

• Opportunities to expand your network in the youth service field 
• Firsthand experience in strategic planning, organizational management and governance, finance, and development 
• The chance to see the big picture intersections of public policy, public funding, and youth programming 
• Exposure to high performing youth serving organizations, institutions, and thought leaders 
• The ability to help shape and frame the national dialogue around youth development 

General requirements:

• Attend 75% of board meetings and participate in one sub-committee. Meetings are held quarterly, and sub-committee meetings are held monthly, bi-monthly, or as needed. Meetings are generally held virtually with 1-2 in-person meetings per year.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director on strategic and financial objectives of the organization  
• Act as an ambassador and represent the organization to outside stakeholders and potential supporters 
• Review outcomes and metrics, evaluating impact, measuring performance, and effectiveness 
• Regularly review and annually approve Youth Collaboratory’s annual budget, financial statements, audit reports, and aide in all material business decisions, which include being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities
• Serve on a committee and take on special assignments, as needed 
• Contribute to an annual performance evaluation of the Executive Director  
• Use your community and/or professional networks to share Youth Collaboratory’s goals and outcomes with the goal of expanding support for its mission
• Consider Youth Collaboratory as a philanthropic priority 

The deadline for applications is rolling. If you have any questions about this role, please contact YouthCollabBOD@youthcollaboratory.org. 

Get on board; submit your application today!

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