NESsT Board Member Opportunity in CEE

AboutNESsT
NESsT invests in social enterprises in emerging market countries that provide quality jobs for underserved communities while sustaining the planet.

The Opportunity
We areseekinga passionate and dedicated leader to join our volunteer Board of Directors. As a board member you will play a vital role in shaping our strategic direction ensuring financial sustainability and championing our mission.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Governance:Participatein setting the strategic vision approving annual budgets and evaluating the organizations progress.

• Fiduciary Duty:Ensure the organizationcomplies withits legal obligations andmaintainsfinancial integrity.

• Advocacy & Ambassadors:RepresentNESsTin thecommunity helping to build networks and raise awareness for our cause.

• Resource Development:Activelyparticipatein fundraising efforts either through personal contributions introducing the organization to potential donors orassistingwith events.

Ideal Qualifications & Expertise
We are actively looking for candidates whopossessa personal commitment to our mission and bring experience in any of the following areas:

• Strong network of corporate investment developmentphilanthropicinstitutionsand/orHNWIs/Family OfficesinEurope including Belgium Germany the Netherlands Spainand Switzerland with a focus on supporting Central Europe and/or Latin America.

• Experience and/or commitment to impact investing; particularlywith a focus onCentral and Eastern EuropePoland Romania.

• Passionate about opening doors and making introductions to your networks.

• Understandingthe social enterprise and small enterprisesectorsin theregion is a plus.

Time Commitment & Terms

• Term:Board members servea 3-yearterm with the opportunity for renewal.

• Meetings:The board meetsthree to four times per year virtually with one in-presencemeeting.

• Committee Work:Members are expected to serve on at least one committee requiring anadditional2hours per month.

Serving on the board ofNESsTis an opportunity to make a tangible lasting differenceamong social enterprises and SMEs serving vulnerable peoplein theemerging market countries while collaboratingwith a network of dedicated professionals. This is a non-compensated volunteer leadership role.

How to Apply
Interested individuals are invited to upload a resume/CV and a cover letter with a brief statement of interest.

Required Experience:

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