August 8, 2015
Amnesty
International, USA is seeking applicants to serve a three-year term
beginning Fall 2016 on the AIUSA Board of Directors. An intensive,
nationwide search is being conducted to assemble a qualified, diverse,
and representative slate of candidates for the Board of Directors
election. Individuals who are willing and able to dedicate considerable
time and energy to upholding the AIUSA mandate, and growing the human
rights movement are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have insight
into domestic and international human rights trends and issues with
particular interest in those relevant to AIUSA; a thorough understanding
of legal and ethical expectations for a 501(c)(3) organization;
previous involvement in management and/or governance; experience in
financial and budget review processes, and have knowledge of the mission
and vision of AIUSA. Applicants must be members of AIUSA in good
standing at the time of the application deadline.
The
Board of Directors develops a clear vision for the organization through
policies that set goals and priorities for AIUSA. Each Board member is
responsible for being an active participant in the work of the Board of
Directors; providing stewardship to the organization; serving as an
ambassador for AIUSA; establishing, evaluating and revising
organizational policies to realize the organizational vision;
establishing appropriate and constructive working relationships with
members, volunteers and staff and members; and ensuring the financial
health of the organization through fiscal oversight and support of
fundraising efforts.
Interested
applicants should submit an application questionnaire (download at the
link below) and résumé or curriculum vitae, due by September 1, 2015, to Michelle Menzel, Board and Governance Liaison, at MMenzel@aiusa.org.
A cover letter is optional. Please contact your regional
representative of the AIUSA Nominating Committee (list below) if you
have any questions about the application process.
Nominating Committee Representatives:
Mid Atlantic: Simon Billenness (simon.billenness@gmail.com)
South: Rodrick Colbert (rodrickcolbert@gmail.com)
West: Cosette Thompson (cthompson9418@msn.com)
Youth Representative: Jessica Evans (jevans15@murraystate.edu) 