President and Chair of the US Board of Directors

7 months ago

Singapur, Singapore Restless Development Full time

Please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this role - we will be reviewing candidates on a rolling basis.

(Please note this is an unpaid voluntary role and applicants will be able to work remotely within the US)

About us

is a global non profit agency. We support the collective power of young leaders to create a better world. Our young leaders lead change on some of the world’s biggest challenges - from gender inequality, youth unemployment to climate justice. All our work is co-led by young people in their local communities - and brought together by the Youth Collective, a growing global community for youth-led organisations. Ultimately we know that the best people to support young leaders are other young leaders. 

Restless Development has close to 40 years of experience of youth-led development. Restless Development is repeatedly cited as the model for best practice in youth-led development by the World Bank, UNICEF, USAID, and others. We are independently registered and governed in nine countries (India, Nepal, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe) and a growing Youth Collective with members in 185 countries. We are committed to creating an agency that walks the talk on power shifting, using the power shifting checklist, both internally and externally. Have a look at our . 

Restless Development USA

We are a US non-profit with 501(c)(3) status, working in collaboration with other Restless Development Hubs around the world. We are an essential satellite office of the global agency, with a primary focus on fundraising. Launched in Massachusetts in 2001, Restless Development USA is now entering an exciting new era as we reset our strategy - with multiple opportunities to grow our influence and income streams. 

Over the next 3 years, Restless Development USA expects to:

Significantly increase our US fundraising to over $1.2M per year, especially flexible and unrestricted income - focusing on Trusts and Foundations, Major Donors, and Board Giving. Increase our profile in the US with key audiences, including philanthropists and development sector thought leaders. Catalyze youth power on global causes in the US - using key moments and target audiences to influence.

So how can you help?

We are looking for an ambitious Restless-minded individual with diverse skills to Chair and Preside over the US Board of Directors. We’re looking for someone with excellent partnership and external engagement skills, who is creative and energetic, to lead the board as they lead on the strategy and partnership work to steward support the global Youth Collective and support our important global work through stewardship of Restless Development USA.

Restless Development USA Board of Directors

The US Board of Directors is an active governance board of Restless Development USA, an independent affiliate of the global agency. The Board provides governance and oversight, and offers staff mentorship, advice, practical support, and connections. A top priority of the US Board of Directors is fundraising and profile-raising to sustain and grow the US hub.

The President and Chair of the Board of Directors

The President of the US Board is the same as the Chair of the Board. This role plays an important role in Restless Development USA, a small organization with great potential. As a partner to the Co-CEO, US Snr Manager, the Global Team and US and US Board, the President & Chair will provide leadership to Restless Development USA as it becomes a self-financing and sustainable organization. The President & Chair will support and sustain the work of Restless Development and provide governance, leadership and strategic fundraising support.

Specific responsibilities include:

Be a trusted advisor to the US Senior Manager, as she develops and implements Restless Development USA’s plan of action Developing and managing relationships and communicating with funders and partners Preside over the quarterly board meetings In partnership with the Finance Committee, approving Restless Development USA’s annual budget, audit reports, and material business decisions; being informed of, and ensuring compliance with all, legal and fiduciary responsibilities, including pertaining to the relationship and license agreement with Restless Development International Assisting the Global Team and Board Management Committee in recruiting new board members Periodically consulting with board members on their roles and participation Planning, presiding over, and facilitating board and committee meetings Acting as an ambassador for the organization In collaboration with the staff and Development Committee, generating substantial annual revenue to make Restless Development USA self-funded and sustainable, and to contribute funds to support youth-led development programs and initiatives Personally treating Restless Development USA as a top philanthropic priority reflected in an annual financial gift Identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major individual donors, corporate, and/or foundation gifts

Expectations of all Board members:

Participate in virtual quarterly meetings and attend an annual in-person retreat. Each Board member is expected to be an active member of at least one committee. Board members are expected to initiate and support fundraising, partnership, and profile-raising efforts throughout the year, by providing access to their networks. The Board has a 100% commitment to giving – each Board member makes a monthly, quarterly or annual contribution at an amount that is personally significant. Board members are expected to be ambassadors for Restless Development and our values and goals, and to make connections with and encourage the support of friends, family, colleagues and other networks to advance the work of Restless Development. Attend prospect meetings and events, including hosting and moderating events on behalf of Restless Development.

Desired skills, experience and commitment:

Belief in, and commitment to Restless Development’s mission, vision, and values. In particular, we believe in racial justice, feminist leadership, community engagement, and the power of young people. Interest in international development and Restless Development’s mission, and passion for learning more (experience in Africa or South Asia is a plus). Willingness and/or experience to help with fundraising efforts. Creative and innovative thinking; experience helping to create or grow start-ups or initiatives. A natural networker who builds trust and creates strong relationships easily and across sectors. Experience supporting similar size agencies in the international development sector with fundraising strategy. Strong networks within the trusts & foundations space and/or major donors, and an eagerness to introduce Restless to relevant contacts to significantly grow our donor base. Strong networks in or experience with corporate funders, corporate foundations, and bi- and multi-lateral funding agencies a plus. Restless Development believes in the power of young people to affect change at all levels of the organization, including our Board of Directors. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages, and particularly encourage those 35 and younger to apply.

Restless Development Values: 

Restless Development takes a Power Shifting approach - we are intentional in our approach to shift power and strengthen youth power in the majority world in all that we do. Our work is guided by the .  Restless Development is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

How to Apply

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