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Annual Board Self-Assessment 2023

Annual Board Self-Assessment

Purpose: NAMD’s Governance Committee is asking all Board members to participate in the 2023 Board self-assessment. Periodic self-assessments, like this one, are a best practice in non-profit governance. They allow the Board to reflect on its performance and identify opportunities to strengthen NAMD governance.

The 14-question survey examines Board performance across key domains, including setting the strategy for the association, developing consensus on policy positions, and providing financial oversight to the association. It also asks you to reflect on your individual performance as a Board member.

Data use: Identifiable information will be shared with NAMD’s Board President and the Governance Committee Chair. Aggregate and de-identified data will be shared with the full Board and Governance Committee.
 
Deadline: Complete this self-assessment by Friday, August 25.


Complete the Survey Below
 
2. Rate your level of agreement with the following statements on a scale of 1 to 5 (strongly agree to strongly disagree) or select “N/A: this is not a priority for/not a function of this board.” *This question is required.
Space Cell Strongly AgreeAgreeNeither Agree nor DisagreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeN/A this is not a priority for the board
We participate in establishing the strategy for NAMD. We support the executive director and staff in setting priorities.
We track our progress against our strategic plan. We measure what matters
The board’s executive team sets performance expectations for the executive director (ED). The board is aware of these expectations and informs the executive team’s assessment of the ED’s performance.
We have an effective process for developing consensus policy positions. We maintain a commitment to finding consensus wherever possible through open dialogue on issues.
We strive to act in the best interests of NAMD in our work. We disclose and discuss issues
3. Copy of Rate your level of agreement with the following statements on a scale of 1 to 5 (strongly agree to strongly disagree) or select “N/A: this is not a priority for/not a function of this board.” *This question is required.
Space Cell Strongly AgreeAgreeNeither Agree nor DisagreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeN/A this is not a priority for the board
We participate in establishing the strategy for NAMD. We support the executive director and staff in setting priorities.
We track our progress against our strategic plan. We measure what matters
The board’s executive team sets performance expectations for the executive director (ED). The board is aware of these expectations and informs the executive team’s assessment of the ED’s performance.
We have an effective process for developing consensus policy positions. We maintain a commitment to finding consensus wherever possible through open dialogue on issues.
We strive to act in the best interests of NAMD in our work. We disclose and discuss issues
4. Rate your level of agreement with the following statements on a scale of 1 to 5 (strongly agree to strongly disagree) or select “N/A: this is not a priority for/not a function of this board.” *This question is required.
Space Cell Strongly AgreeAgreeNeither Agree nor DisagreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeN/A this is not a priority for the board
We receive timely and accurate information that enables us to understand the organization’s financial position.
We exercise prudent oversight of budget and of spending decisions above a designated level.
Board members provide effective support and service to other NAMD members. We communicate effectively with Medicaid Directors in our regions.
The executive director and staff, through reports and regular communications, provide the board with the level of information appropriate to support our work as board members.
5. Rate your level of agreement with the following statements on a scale of 1 to 5 (strongly agree to strongly disagree) or select “N/A: this is not a priority for/not a function of this board.” *This question is required.
Space Cell Strongly AgreeAgreeNeither Agree nor DisagreeDisagreeStrongly DisagreeN/A this is not a priority for the board
Board discussions are focused on the right issues at the right level of detail. Neither the board overall nor individual members engage in micromanagement.
The Board fairly represents the diversity of the membership (red states, blue states, small states, large states, etc.). Our process for recruiting and selecting board members ensures diverse representation that reflects the full membership.
We understand what it takes to be an effective board member. We have a board orientation process that covers essential information and ensures board members can succeed and make meaningful contributions early in their service to the board.
6. Please select one (1) area where the board needs the most growth and improvement. You may select from the list below or fill in your own in the “other” category.
  *This question is required.
Individual Performance. This section is intended to help you reflect on your own performance as a board member.
7. On a scale of 1-5 (1 being excellent and 5 being poor), how would I rate my attendance at board meetings? Core Board responsibilities are listed below for your reference.  
  *This question is required.
Core Board Member Responsibilities: These core Board responsibilities are included here for your reference.
  1. Be familiar with the strategic plan
  2. Act as trustees of NAMD’s finances 
  3. Participate in Board meetings 
  4. Inform policy and program decisions
  5. Serve as go-to leaders for other NAMD efforts
  6. Annually evaluate executive director’s performance
  7. Adhere to conflict-of-interest policies
  8. [Regional Representatives] Regularly engage and communicate with Directors in the region to foster bidirectional flow of information
  9. [Finance & Governance Chairs] Lead the committee and make recommendations to the full Board
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