We are looking for two new Board Members!

About I Am Somebody! 

I Am Somebody! uses the art of storytelling to build diverse communities committed to supporting the development of youth leaders. Its goal: to build a network of strong relationships among individuals and organizations that results in integrated solutions to young people’s needs. It does this through a Partner Exchange Program, Community Building Program, Mentorship Program and Young Adult Rites of Passage Program. It currently reaches 250 individuals, 10 young adults and 15 non-profit organizations directly.

What does being on the board entail? 

I Am Somebody!’s board plays a key role in enabling the organization to succeed in its work and Board Members are seen as part of the integrated community we are creating. The Board offers oversight of legal and financial compliance but it also serves as a hands-on support structure for the staff team implementing the vision and work. This support structure may involve volunteering, problem solving at meetings, offering access to networks and resources or providing mentorship and advice to staff. The board meets every other month with email and one on one communication in between.

Who are we looking for?

To ensure continued diversity on the board we are currently looking for two non-white male board members; however, we will consider applications from any individuals who have a passion for this work.

We are looking for an individual who brings some of the following qualities:
- Assertive, active, decisive
- Quick to act
- Courageous, Perseveres, not stopped by hearing “NO”, risk taker
- Good motivator of others
- Driver, leader, passionate, integrity and is authentic
- Experienced with detail oriented tasks and large projects
- Seen as practical, dependable and thorough in task situations
- Helpful to others by providing planning and resources
- Moves carefully and follows procedures and guidelines
- Objective, evaluator, follows up

As a bonus, we would benefit from an individual who has expertise in any of the following areas:
- Marketing
- Legal Sector
- Fund raising
- Business/Corporate Sector
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Organizational development

Application process
To apply to join the Board, please submit a letter of intention and Curriculum Vitae to yesiamsomebody@gmail.com by 1 September. 2013.