Board od Directors

Role Description: Board of Directors members serve in a part-time capacity, providing strategic guidance and governance for Living in Synergy®. In this hybrid role based in the United States, board members attend scheduled meetings in person and virtually, review organizational performance, and contribute to long-term planning. Day-to-day responsibilities include participating in committee work, offering oversight on budgets and policies, and supporting fundraising and partnership development efforts as needed. Board members help shape priorities related to media literacy, public health scholarship, and community engagement, ensuring alignment with the organization’s mission and values. This role also involves mentoring organizational leadership, upholding ethical standards, and representing the organization in professional and community forums.

Qualifications: Ability to contribute to organizational strategy, governance, and policy oversight, with experience in nonprofit or public sector leadership preferred. Background or strong interest in public health, media literacy, health communication, or related fields, with familiarity with research and evidence-based practice. Strong analytical, financial, or legal acumen to support budgeting, compliance, and risk management activities at the board level. Effective communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills to engage with diverse stakeholders, including community members, partners, and funders. Commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical standards in decision-making, with the ability to navigate complex social and health issues thoughtfully. Capacity to dedicate consistent time for board meetings, committee work, and periodic events in a hybrid (in-person and remote) environment within the United States. Prior board experience, fundraising exposure, and networks in public health, academia, or media sectors are highly beneficial.