Board Director – Mental Health Nonprofit
Join our team as a Board Director with Greater Nashua Mental Health ( GNMH) Nonprofit and become a driving force behind our mission and agency that’s been giving back and making a difference for over 100 years. We’re currently in search of passionate and enthusiastic leaders who are eager to volunteer their time to influence the transformative path of our nonprofit. The Agency has created a Strategic Direction to champion thriving communities by delivering outstanding care, fostering innovation, and actively engaging with the community. Your valuable experience will play a pivotal role in steering governance, bolstering fundraising efforts, and strategically realizing our vision. Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact while shaping the future of mental health support. Apply now and be a part of our journey towards positive change.
Director Expectations:
• Actively participating in board meetings, providing valuable insights.
• Reviewing materials ahead of meetings, prepared to contribute.
• Upholding confidentiality and disclosing any conflicts of interest.
• Advocating for the organization among stakeholders and the community.
• Collaborating on at least one committee/task force, attending meetings.
• Engaging in fundraising initiatives and fostering donor relationships.
• Advising the CEO on strategic direction and implementation.
• Assessing outcomes and metrics to enhance performance.
• Approving budgets, audit reports, and significant decisions.
• Assisting in identifying and recruiting potential Board Directors.
Philanthropy:
• GNMH Board Directors will consider GNMH a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. This Board support will provide GNMH what it needs to credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals.
• GNMH expects to have 100% of Board Directors make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity.
Board Terms/Participation:
• GNMH Board Directors are elected to serve a (3) year term. Directors will not serve more than (3) consecutive terms.
• Board meetings will be held monthly. As of now we meet 10 times a year.
• Committee/Taskforce meetings will be held monthly, or as needed and determined by the Board Chair and CEO.
• The average amount of time spent for Board Meetings, Committee Meetings, Preparation, and ancillary duties is approximately 4-8hrs a month.
Director Qualifications:
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a board capacity or related roles.
• Passion for mental health advocacy and a strong commitment to our mission.
• Expertise in areas relevant to nonprofit governance, strategy, or fundraising.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Understanding of fiduciary responsibilities and ethical decision-making.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and represent the organization.
• Willingness to actively contribute time, resources, and energy.
• Capacity to evaluate organizational performance and drive improvements.
• Prior experience in philanthropy and donor cultivation is a plus.
• Strong alignment with our values and dedication to community well-being.
• The following expertise is preferable however not necessarily required in: Finance, Philanthropy, Healthcare, Commercial Lending, and Legal
Join us and help shape the future of mental health support. Apply now for this impactful and rewarding opportunity. Non-remunerated role.
**Note: GNMH is a nonprofit agency, and the Board Director positions are voluntary and not monetarily compensated.
