Board Member at Sense International

Purpose of the Role:

We are seeking 2 new members to join our multi-disciplinary Board. Board members are responsible for the overall governance of the organization. They provide guidance on strategy; ensure compliance with laws and policies such as safeguarding; guide the Director; assist with fundraising; and help to raise the profile of Sense International Kenya’s work. Board members have the opportunity to serve and learn about how to ensure the rights of people with deafblindness and complex disabilities are realised. Board meetings usually take place quarterly in Nairobi or virtually.

General Responsibilities

• Commitment to the vision and mission of Sense International
• On a quarterly basis, attends board meetings and other board activities.
• Provides oversight to the organization.
• Stays informed about governance matters, prepares themselves well for meetings, and reviews and comments on minutes and board papers.
• Participates strategic planning and organizational development.
• Provides remote support during annual audits ad routinely reviews organizations budget and expenditure.
• Supports in fundraising and acts as an ambassador to the organization’s vision.

Qualifications:

We want to recruit 1 Board member with an interest in our work and experience in one or more of the following:

• Finance and Accounting
• Grants Management
• Fundraising and Resource Mobilization
• We are looking for people with a minimum of 5 years’ experience especially in leadership positions on the areas mentioned above.