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2023 Board of Directors Application

Overview of the Call for Board of Director Applications

2023 Call for Board of Director Applications

Global Ties U.S. is now accepting applications for our Board of Directors from our Community-Based Members (CBMs). We are seeking to fill one open seat on our Board with a CBM leader. Details for the application process are noted below. This application will close on August 31, 2023.

To apply, please use the form below. Please submit a curriculum vitae (including volunteer and board experience), a one-page statement of intent outlining why you seek to join the board of Global Ties U.S., and list at least two references.  

If you have any questions, please contact Nolan Woodman at nwoodman@globaltiesus.org 
Global Ties U.S. relies on its Board of Directors to drive strategy, assess effectiveness, and ensure adequate financial resources. Prospective members can expect a fast-paced and rewarding experience, helping to lead a dynamic and evolving organization. Board terms are three years in length and require a commitment to ongoing committee work, fundraising, strategic planning, and making financial contributions. Members can serve up to two three-year terms. We are currently seeking one new Community-Based Member (CBM) leader to join the board for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2024.

Based on current composition, the Board of Directors especially seeks a CBM leader from the Midwest, West/Mountain West, or Northeast regions of the United States. CBM leadership is defined as active service as an Executive Director or CEO at a CBM; service on a CBM Board is not sufficient to meet this definition. In addition to current CBM leadership, significant professional expertise is sought in the areas of fundraising, development, and/or foundation engagement. As part of our commitment to building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization, the Board strongly encourages nominations of people of color, people with disabilities, and people who identify themselves within LGBTQ+ communities.
Global Ties U.S. Board members are to perform the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Provide thought leadership, strategic vision, and organizational direction for Global Ties U.S.;
  • Assist the organization with development, partnership formation, and fundraising;
  • Ensure legal and ethical integrity;
  • Satisfy all fiduciary and legal responsibilities;
  • Advocate for the Global Ties U.S. mission and person-to-person exchanges at the local, state, and federal levels;
  • Provide general oversight of the organization and act to strengthen the organization and its affiliates;
  • Attend and participate actively in three board meetings per year (at least two are required to stay in good standing), which take place in the following locations:
    • March – Washington, DC
    • July – Various domestic locations
    • November – Washington, DC
  • Serve on at least one Global Ties U.S. Board committee and attend and participate actively in Board committee meetings;
  • Make a minimum annual contribution of $1,000, support Global Ties U.S. fundraising efforts, and otherwise consider Global Ties U.S. to be a philanthropic priority;
  • Follow all Global Ties U.S. Board policies, including the conflict of interest, confidentiality, and expense/travel policies.
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