Board Secretariat Manager

Board Secretariat Manager

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Position Summary

The Board Secretariat Manager will work directly with the Board Officers, Board Members, and Board Committees assisting with succession and knowledge transfer within the Board. The Board Secretariat Manager is responsible for facilitating administrative detail, managing board and committee workflow and providing highly responsible staff support for the Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience working within the governance function of an organization, supporting board operations, compliance and efficient processes. The primary duty is to manage, record, produce, disseminate and archive the official record of all Board of Directors meetings and to prepare materials and logistics necessary for Board activities. The role requires discretion and independent judgment in handling confidential information and in interpreting and implementing policies and procedures within guidelines set by the Board of Directors and CEO.

This position is not available to residents of California.

Duties and Responsibilities

Governance Compliance

• Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the executive leadership team, Board Chair and Board Secretary to support established governance processes and board operations.
• Responsible for the ongoing management of action items, board policies, and frameworks by leveraging previous experience in governance settings, while promoting accountability and timely completion.

Communications

Meeting Management

Record Keeping

Director Onboarding and Offboarding

Monitoring and Coordination

Board Member Performance Evaluation

Other Duties

Behavioral Competencies

Demonstrated ability to navigate and support the governance processes of a complex organization. Experience collaborating with board members, executives, and stakeholders in a governance context. Ability to deal with high-energy multifaceted board members. Solution Focus : take ownership of requests; tailor solutions to the member / situation; be timely in follow-up; resourceful in information gathering / research. Excellent customer service skills : meeting and exceeding expectations; intuitively understand stakeholders; anticipate needs; provide value. Managing schedules and people with tact, diplomacy and poise. Focused, positive attitude, flexible, and proactive. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. High attention to detail and organizational ability. Ethical conduct and discretion with confidential information. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and board management platforms.

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's degree required. 7+ years of experience supporting or working within the governance function of an organization, such as board administration, compliance or corporate secretariat roles. Membership in a Governance Professionals association and / or a Board Governance designation preferred. Experience with board management and project management software, including Diligent Boards, and paralegal or administrative functions. Familiarity with governance related to membership or trade association is a plus.

Physical and Mental Demands

Ability to work extended hours or overtime as needed. Travel up to 25% for board meetings and events including international travel. Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods. Regular use of office equipment in a remote environment such as a computer / laptop and monitor computer screens. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.