Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) Board of Directors’ Vice Chair is a volunteer (unpaid) leadership role that serves as a member of the organization’s Board.
EFCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located in Macomb County, Michigan. We service youth, families, seniors and adults in Macomb/Wayne counties and Detroit Metro Area. We aim continuously to provide services, resources and support that will enable under-represented families, individuals and youth to overcome social, economic, educational and other barriers in which they face by gaining and sustaining successful outcomes in life.
Summary of Role: The Vice Chair supports the organization's Community Engagement & Outreach Plan and partners with the Board of Directors in overseeing board engagement activities and related Board reporting. The Vice Chair shall preside at formal meetings of the Board in the absence of the President.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attends all board meetings.
- Maintains knowledge of the organization and personal commitment to its goals and objectives.
- Plays a key role in fundraising activities for the organization.
- Engages in community events/activities to increase visibility; Manages Board of Directors' community engagement activities.
- Understands financial accounting of the organization.
- Performs special duties assigned by the Board Chair and President.
- Serves in the final selection process for new Board Officers.
- Performs all duties incident to the office and other duties assigned by the President.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:
- Understands the mission of the organization, has a clear vision and has a passion for community service.
- Understands governance and leadership for organizations.
- Exhibits personal standards with regard to honesty, reliability, and commitment to the role.
- Mentoring/coaching skills; exhibits resiliency.
- Knowledgeable laws governing nonprofit organizations.
- Knowledgeable of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Ability to effectively chair meetings in the absence of the president, engage Board members, volunteers and community members.
Education/Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, urban planning, social work or a related field.
- 3-5 years in business, urban planning, social services or related experience, preferably working in a nonprofit setting.
- Experience reviewing/assessing financial reports, financial statements and participating in organizational annual audits.
- Experience serving in a Board of Directors or Advisory role is preferred.
Commitment:
The successful candidate must be available to attend Board of Directors meetings every second Monday monthly and a monthly commitment of approximately 5 hours. May require additional hours during the first month and the organization's budget development period from July - October annually.
Term: This appointment is for the 2025 term, with the opportunity for two 2-year appointment renewals.
Visit our website at elms family and community services.org to learn more about the organization.
- Fundraising
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