Million Memory Project Zimbabwe (MMPZ)
DUE: 27 SEP 2024
We’re excited to share that Million Memory Project Zimbabwe is seeking candidates
for its board of directors in 2024. As a nonprofit committed to providing psychosocial
support to children and young people living with HIV and other socially vulnerable
youth, the organization serves a critical purpose in our community. It is looking to
recruit several new board members on a voluntary basis. This is an incredible
opportunity to be part of an organization that directly impacts the lives of those who
need support the most.
Why Serve on the Million Memory Project Zimbabwe Board of Directors?
Million Memory Project Zimbabwe’s mission is to empower vulnerable children and
young people to lead healthy and fulfilling lives by providing them with access to vital
resources. By joining the board of directors, you’ll be part of an effort to make a
difference in your local community. This is also an excellent opportunity for personal
and professional development, as you work closely with a dedicated team of likeminded individuals to shape the organization’s strategic direction. If you’re
passionate about supporting socially vulnerable youth and making a direct impact,
we encourage you to consider joining the Million Memory Project Zimbabwe board of
directors.
If you share our passion for young people and children and have relevant expertise
and are eager to contribute to the growth and success of MMPZ ,we invite you to
apply for position on our Board. This is an opportunity to make an impact, collaborate
with likeminded professionals and help shape the future of our organisation.
1. PLANNING, MONITORING, EVALUATION, RESEACRH, LEARNING AND
ACCOUNTABILITY REPRESANTATIVE
Establishes long-range goals
Supports development of long-range strategic plans
Approves or delegates approval of annual objectives
Provides input for goals based on MMPZ needs and potential
Approves annual MMPZ objectives
Monitors goal achievement by MMPZ
Reviews and monitors achievement of MMPZ objectives and goals
2. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ADIMINISTRATION REPRESANTATIVE
(BOARD TREASURER)
Provides Financial and operational oversight
Supports fundraising efforts to finance the organization
Mobilizes Board members to make individual financial/material contributions
Approves MMPZ’s annual operations and budget
Oversees MMPZ’s budget expenditures
Approves the organization’s annual audit
Provides mentoring to ensure reliable financial and accounting services and systems
Monitors the management of MMPZ funds in accordance with general policies
3. PROGRAM DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT REPRESANTATIVE
Provides program oversight and community engagement leadership
Assists in setting standards and approves general standards for MMPZ
programs
Supports guidance for achieving MMPZ program results and related policies
based on community needs
Promotes community participation in MMPZ program initiatives
Ensures MMPZ conducts programs in accordance with general standards and logical framework
Provides technical support for all MMPZ program design and implementation.
4. HUMAN RESOURCES AND CULTURE REPRESANTATIVE
Supports the Executive Director in personnel hiring decisions
Assists the Executive Director in hiring and dismissing staff as applicable
Conducts performance reviews of the Executive Director
Provides input into the performance review process for MMPZ staff
Offers feedback to the Executive Director following performance reviews.
5. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIP BUILDING REPRESANTATIVE (BOARD SECRETARY)
Documents and keeps up-to-date records for the Board and MMPZ in general
Represents MMPZ at local, national, and international events
Represents MMPZ in community and affiliated organizations
Builds local community affiliation and represents MMPZ in the community
Provides technical support for MMPZ’s management of social media
Facilitates content review and strategies to ensure positive visibility and image
among targeted communities and constituencies.
6. LEGAL AFFAIRS, POLICY FORMULATION AND DEVELOPMENT REPRESANTATIVE
Provides policy and legal oversight
Establishes all general policies for MMPZ
Determines matters of policy for MMPZ within the organization’s general guidelines
Alerts the MMPZ Board about any emerging legal needs or concerns
Provides legal counsel and representation for MMPZ when facing litigation
7. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESANTATIVE
Facilitate strategic growth and resource mobilization
Responsible for driving strategic opportunities for MMPZ
Responsible for generating new business opportunities by prospecting
through existing donors and engaging with potential funders
Meeting existing and potential donors and building positive relationships
Responding to calls for proposals and working on new proposals and concept notes
Liaising with MMPZ teams to develop business development, fundraising, and marketing strategies.
8. YOUTH, GENDER AND INCLUSION REPRESENTATIVE
Provide technical leadership on inclusion and diversity
Responsible for maximizing delivery of gender, youth, and inclusion technical aspects of interventions at the organizational level
Responsible for developing strategies which will make young people feel welcome, secure, and comfortable, and participate fully in MMPZ activities
Facilitate innovative strategies to ensure youth celebrate their identity,
especially those aspects that make them different from others such as their
culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ability, gender, and health (including
mental health)
Provide technical support to MMPZ and ensure the organization has gender
equity at all levels and promotes diversity
TO APPLY
If you are interested in contributing your time, expertise and energetic leadership to
help us drive progress and make a difference in our organization email your CV and
letter of motivation to [email protected]
Due date: Friday 27 September 2024