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7 people are interested
Wild Paws Board Member
ORGANIZATION: WILD PAWS MIDWEST ANIMAL SANCTUARY
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7 people are interested
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Wild Paws Midwest Animal Sanctuary (Wild Paws)
Board Member Job Description
Mission: To rescue and provide a safe habitat for displaced wild animals while promoting coexistence and preservation of their ecosystems.
This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about wildlife and the environment. The Wild Paws Board of Directors is a working board which provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance, therefore the expectation is to actively collaborate with our team on an ongoing basis.
Specific responsibilities include:
Leadership, governance and oversight
- Active participation and forward thinking to determine the choices for the organization and to to ensure that board resolutions are carried out
- Providing ethical financial oversight and stability by upholding Wild Paws foundation of transparency and accountability
- Strategic planning and regular evaluation throughout the year of Wild Paws goals and outcomes
- Personal accountability and preparation in reviewing agenda and supporting materials prior to board meetings
Fundraising
- Board Members will commit to participating in Wild Paws Mission and to our financial sustainability, ensuring that Wild Paws can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals
Qualifications
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion a commitment to wildlife conservation
- Enthusiasm to educate the public about the preservation of wild animals and their ecosystems
Board terms/participation
- Board meetings will be held monthly; some meetings and events will be in-person, however remote access can be accommodated
- Service on Wild Paws Board of Directors is without remuneration
- Expectation of minimum 5-10 hours per month and more during peak times (i.e. annual planning, summer season, events, etc.)
Please supply letter of interest and resume to contact@wildpaws.org by 5/18/2024
For more information on Wild Paws, please visit wildpaws.org
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About WILD PAWS MIDWEST ANIMAL SANCTUARY
Location:
PO BOX 1027, Anoka, MN 55303, US
Mission Statement
To rescue and provide a safe habitat for displaced wild animals while promoting coexistence and preservation of their ecosystems.
Description
Wild Paws Midwest Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of wild animals. We are a collection of animal lovers passionate about protecting our resources for today and beyond.
Our team has decades of animal rescue and keeping experience collectively, and includes an experienced and passionate veterinarian, a board of directors that have all volunteered or worked for numerous years at other animal organizations, and a variety of talented volunteers all bringing their broad expertise to this organization.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
July 13, 2024
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Strategic Planning
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5-10 hours per month