Board Member, Board Committee Member

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The East Meets West Foundation is currently recruiting individuals to serve on our Board of Directors and Board committees. The East Meets West Foundation is one of the largest and most successful nongovernmental organizations in Vietnam, with 22 years of experience addressing issues that face the country\'s most disadvantaged populations. EMW is in an exciting phase of growth and development. Since 2003, our operating budget has grown from $6 million to its current $26 million. Our staff has increased from 20 employees in central Vietnam to over 100 in four countries, working on dynamic programs that are advancing the cause of clean water, global health and equal access to education. The EMW Board of Directors wants to build on these strengths and enhance the global and strategic capacity of our Board. The Board recognizes the value of a wide range of perspectives among its membership and is seeking the nominations of candidates who will enhance its diversity, both geographically and professionally. To see our current Board, please visit our Board of Directors web page. EMW Board Member Duties This is a volunteer position with a three-year term. The Board provides oversight and policy direction for EMW\'s president and senior staff, and is not involved in day-to-day management. Board member duties include: - Attend and actively participate in four annual Board meetings: February, May, August and November. - Devote sufficient time to fully engage with EMW, including serving on one or more of the Audit, Finance, Fundraising and Governance/Nominating Committees. - Be able to travel to Southeast Asia to visit project sites and attend EMW functions. - Play an active role in fundraising, either through personal donations or by working on the Fundraising Committee. - Connect EMW senior staff to other relevant global networks where possible.

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