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Job Announcement

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Deadline to apply: August 31, 2021.

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Mercy Hands recognizes the importance of gender diversity in the board of directors; therefore, Mercy Hands is looking for two qualified women candidates to serve in the Board of Directors. 

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Title

Board of Directors Member

 

Name of NGO

Mercy Hands for Humanitarian Aid

 

NGO Website

www.mercyhands.org

 

Location

Baghdad, Iraq.

 

Membership Duration

1 year, renewable.

 

Employment Type

Volunteer

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Salary

Board members will be reimbursed for their service expenses - according to Mercy Hands' Remuneration Policy.

 

Responsibilities​

  • Actively participate in all Board meetings;

  • Serve in Board's committees as needed;

  • Work with the other Board members to review the organization's policies and SOPs;

  • Review the organization's audit and annual activities report

  • Actively monitoring the organization’s performance towards goals;

  • Recruit and supervise members of the Executive Administration, including the Executive Director;

  • Represent the organization and contribute to its fundraising effort.

 

Qualifications

  • Iraqi nationality and lives in Iraq.

  • College degree.

  • Previous nonprofit board experience preferred.

  • Philanthropy/Fundraising/Special Events skills.

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How to Apply

This job is open only to Iraqi women. Send your CV and Letter of Intention via e-mail to director@mercyhands.org with the subject field stating: Volunteer Board Member Application.

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Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

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