Overview
Governance
Much of this work is new. Board Member candidates need to be willing to learn about applicable laws and non profit best practices and develop new processes and systems.
Operations
This is the established work that we’ve been doing for years. Roles and processes are mostly defined and documented. Roles within operations cover a broader range of topics.
Requirements
Governance
- Serve on at least 2 board committees
- May serve one additional role or be on one team in operations
- Cannot be a Department Head (large role in Operations)
- Cannot be Director of Operations (large role in Operations)
Operations
- Serve within at least one department
- May work on multiple departments within operations
Selection Procedures
Governance
- Elected by general membership for a 3-year term
Operations
- Chosen by Operations Leadership Team (Director of Operations and Department Heads)
- No specified term length, but recommend at least a 1-year commitment
Committees / Departments
Governance
- Policy Committee
- Development Committee
- Finance Committee
Operations
- Events Department
- Outreach Department
Tasks
Governance
- Appoint and oversee Director of Operations
- Set strategic vision
- Review and develop governing documents for consistency with applicable laws and organizational practices
- Develop KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for the organization
- Oversee UCG budget and financials
- Research other non-profit best practices
Operations
- Plan and execute nationals and other events
- Communicate with UCG membership
- Promote UCG brand and implement growth initiatives
- Oversee UCG technology
- Oversee Internship program
- Identify sponsorships and grants