Habitot's Board of Directors
On-going Recruitment

Habitot Children's Museum maintains active recruitment of potential new board members. The museum seeks individuals who are passionate about the future of children, education, parenting, and community building, and who believe strongly in Habitot's mission.

Well connected individuals are needed who can help the Museum build it's internal capacity to support growth and stability. If you or someone you know is interested in furthering our mission -- please contact Gina Moreland, Executive Director habitot@lmi.net or call (510) 647-1111 x11.

Job Description

Authority and Responsibility:
The Board of Directors is the governing authority of Habitot Children's Museum, a nonprofit organization. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization.

Qualifications and Skills:
Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board
governance: cultural facilities, property development, legal, finance, marketing/promotion, fundraising.

Term:
Directors are elected by the board at a quarterly meeting. Directors serve for a two-year term with no term limits.

Requirements

1. Commitment to the mission and work of the organization.
2. Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board governance: cultural facilities, property development, legal, finance, marketing/promotion, fundraising.
3. Willingness to serve on at least one committee and actively participate; attendance at Board meetings four times per year, one annual meeting, and periodic committee conference calls or meetings.
4. An estimated time commitment of ten hours per month, (includes Board preparation, meeting and committee meeting time).
5. Stay informed on the programs and services provided by Habitot Children's Museum and publicly support them. Prepare for and participate in the discussions and the deliberations of the Board.
6. Lead by example with Habitot's fundraising efforts. Make an annual monetary contribution that is your most significant charitable giving while on the board.

1. Governing Habitot Children's Museum in accordance with the museum's bylaws.
2. Promote Habitot's mission and help grow audience and membership through community networking.
3. Commit to boosting attendance of yearly fundraising luncheon and other special events.
4. Cultivate and/or initiate relationships with prospective donors and supporters.
5. Establish overall strategic direction, long and short term goals, annual objectives and priorities for the Museum.
6. Demonstrate leadership and commitment to organizational values.
7. Be aware of and disclose any personal and/or professional conflict of interest.

1. The pleasure and satisfaction of helping inspire young children from all walks of life to a lifetime of learning and creative expression.
2. The joys of new friendships among like minded individuals.
3. The fun and excitement of building a world class children's museum for the East Bay.

TO APPLY:
Call us or send a brief email about your interest and we will follow-up.

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