Hope Rising Farm Board Member

Our recent strategic review resulted in a clear strategic plan and objectives, and the need to appoint three new board members to guide its implementation. In particular, we are seeking board members who can bring at least one of the following to the table:

• Māori cultural understanding to help ground our programmes in authentic tikanga (customs) and te ao Māori (Māori worldview).
• An understanding of the New Zealand education system, including current trends and initiatives.
• Direct experience or an understanding of delivering, or working within, community-based social services in NZ.
• Ability to advise the board in achieving fundraising targets and securing sponsorship within the NZ landscape.

As a formal board member, you will fulfil the next tasks:

• Act as a sounding board for executive management regarding your area of expertise, challenging assumptions and offering independent, evidence-based recommendations.
• Monitor the implementation of the strategic plan at each board meeting. Review key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress against strategic goals.
• Oversee the organisation’s compliance to both secular laws and Christian guidelines that govern Christian tradition.  
• Track responsible use of financial and other resources against mission and strategic goals, and ensure transparent reporting to stakeholders

Send your governance CV and short cover letter to nicodewitt@hoperisingfarm.org.nz