Board Member at Large Board of Directors

JOB SUMMARY

The Member-at-Large is a member of the Board of Directors and will ensure we are in alignment with our mission by providing leadership, oversight and support to the organization and participating in committees and discussions. The Member-at-Large will participate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as be a strong advocate for the mission of Rainbow City Performing Arts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Board Leadership
  • Actively participates by attending all board meetings and contributing your unique perspective and insights to discussions.
  • Serves on at least one committee and collaborates with committee members
  • Contributes to the organization’s success in a way best fitting with your expertise
  • Maintains a supportive team approach even when disagreeing with specific decisions and keeps alignment with board resolutions.
• Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Networks and builds relationships with key stakeholders, such as community leaders, potential partners, and sponsors.
  • Acts as a spokesperson and advocate for the organization, promoting its mission and programs
  • Represents the organization at events and conferences, establishing and nurturing partnerships
  • Regularly communicates with stakeholder groups to maintain transparency, gather feedback, and align goals
• Fundraising and Resource Development
  • Contributes to fundraising efforts such as donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship by working closely with the Executive Director and development staff.
  • Collaborates with fellow board members to achieve fundraising goals
• Other Duties
  • Collaborates with board members to develop and implement the organization’s strategic plan.
  • Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills that align with and support the organization’s Mission and Core Values.
  • Complies with the organization’s by-laws, policies, procedures, and code of conduct; seeks clarification and guidance as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Ability to work collaboratively and work effectively on a team
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Commitment to fostering inclusive environments for individuals from diverse backgrounds and LGBTQIA+ identities.
• Familiarity with the arts sector or community-based organizations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work involves walking, talking, and hearing; using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The individual may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 15 pounds.
• The noise level in the environment varies widely depending on the work location.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.