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2 people are interested
Board member
ORGANIZATION: Walk Oakland Bike Oakland
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2 people are interested
About WOBO: WOBO is a dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable transportation and community empowerment in Oakland. Our vision is to make Oakland the most accessible city in the world by providing world class safe and sustainable transportation options for everyone. We do this by Improving the quality of life in Oakland through advocating for safe, inclusive, equitable, accessible and fun walking and bicycling.
Position Overview: WOBO is looking for a new Board Member with expertise in one or several of the following areas:
- Grassroots Organizing,
- Community Engagement,
- Advocacy Campaigning
- a strong understanding of the Oakland City Government landscape,
- Human Resources
- Foundation management.
This individual will play a crucial role in guiding WOBO's strategic direction, expanding our reach, and ensuring the organization's continued success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Board to shape WOBO's strategic vision and goals.
- Leverage your expertise to build and strengthen partnerships within Oakland communities.
- Advocate for sustainable transportation and mobility solutions at the local, regional, and state levels.
- Provide insights and guidance on advocacy campaigning strategies to advance WOBO's mission.
- Support the organization's initiatives
- Contribute to fundraising efforts and grant application processes
Qualifications:
- Strong commitment to WOBO's mission and values.
- Demonstrated experience in one or several of the above areas of expertise
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, nonprofit board environment.
If you are passionate about sustainable transportation, community empowerment, advocacy and taking action for positive change, and you possess the skills and qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply for this position. It would also be helpful for us to know which area of Oakland you live in/ which communities of Oakland you engage with and are familiar with.
Note: This position is a voluntary, unpaid board position. Board members are expected to attend regular board meetings, engage actively in organizational decision-making, and provide support as needed.
More opportunities with Walk Oakland Bike Oakland
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Walk Oakland Bike Oakland
Location:
P.O.Box 10308, Oakland, CA 94610, US
Mission Statement
Walk Oakland Bike Oakland's (WOBO) mission is to improve neighborhood quality of life in Oakland by making walking and bicycling safe, accessible, easy and fun.
Description
The goal of WALK OAKLAND - BIKE OAKLAND (WOBO) is to galvanize interest in improving Oakland's pedestrian and bicycling infrastructure by educating residents, workers, business owners, and commuters.
WOBO was founded in 2007 on the heels of a neighborhood that successfully engaged neighbors, businesses, schools and senior centers around a proposed new Whole Foods store. Together, the coalition won design changes that included new crosswalks and pedestrian amenities, and bike parking and bike access on and around the Whole Foods site.
The initial focus around a specific development project soon expanded to the mission of improving neighborhood quality of life by engaging residents and businesses to champion smart policies that make walking and biking in Oakland safe, easy, accessible and fun. We envision an Oakland in which people of all abilities, ages, and socio-economic situations have the choice to walk and bicycle to jobs, school, shopping, and for recreation, and thus, to enjoy the privilege of health.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O.Box 10308Oakland, CA 94610
DATE POSTED
November 14, 2023
SKILLS
- Organization Design
- Human Resources Assistance
- Public Advocacy
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training