We are looking for community centered stakeholders to join our Board of Directors. All are welcome to apply. However, we will give special consideration to individuals interested in serving as Treasurer or Secretary, and those who have a background in economic development, real estate development, finance, and resource development.
Members of the Board of Director will support the work of Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by our Executive Director, the Board relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both critical and expected. Specific Board Member responsibilities include:
Leadership, governance and oversight
Serving as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director and help develop and implement Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation’s strategic plan.
Reviewing outcomes and metrics created by Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation for evaluating its impact, and regularly measuring its performance and effectiveness using those metrics; reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings
Approving Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and meeting all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities
Work with board to ensure stability of organization, including resource development and capacity building.
Contributing to an annual performance evaluation of the Executive Director
Assisting the Executive Director and board chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members
Serving on committees and taking on special assignments
Representing BHCDC to stakeholders; acting as an ambassador for the organization
Ensuring BHCDC’s commitment to a diverse board and staff that reflects our community
Board terms/participation
Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation’s Board Members will serve a two-year term to be eligible for re-appointment for one additional term. Board meetings will be held monthly and committee meetings will be held in coordination with full board meetings.
Qualifications
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation’s mission and who has a track record of board leadership. Selected Board Members will have achieved leadership stature in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector. Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:
Extensive professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in business, government, philanthropy, or the nonprofit sector
A commitment to and understanding of BHCDC’s beneficiaries, preferably based on experience
Savvy diplomatic skills and a natural affinity for cultivating relationships and convening, facilitating, and building consensus among diverse individuals
Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion for improving the lives of Benton Harbor residents
Service on Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation’s Board of Directors is without remuneration, except for administrative support, travel, and accommodation costs in relation to Board Members’ duties.
Board Terms/Meetings:
A full term is a two year period.
Monthly, every last Tuesday, from 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Note board does not meet July, August, or December.
