Board Member

California Immigrant Policy Center

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About The Position

The California Immigrant Policy Center (CIPC) is recruiting volunteer members for its Board of Directors. Board members provide strategic leadership, governance, and stewardship, helping the organization expand its reach and resources. They serve as thought partners to the Executive Director and active ambassadors for CIPC, connecting the organization with strategic partners and funders and helping recruit future board members. Members contribute to a collaborative, accountable board culture and may serve as officers or committee members. Costs associated with board responsibilities, including travel, are reimbursed by the organization.

Requirements

• Commitment to advancing immigrant rights and social justice.
• Collaborative approach and strategic thinking.
• Commitment to equity, accountability, and collective leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in public policy and advocacy.
• Expertise in nonprofit leadership and governance.
• Expertise in finance, accounting, or audit.
• Expertise in legal services or immigration law.
• Expertise in fundraising and philanthropy.
• Expertise in communications, media, or narrative change.
• Expertise in human resources and organizational development.
• Expertise in community organizing and movement building.
• Expertise in technology, innovation, or data strategy.
• Applicants who are immigrants, descendants of immigrants, or leaders who reflect the diversity of California’s communities are particularly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance and organizational oversight.
• Uphold CIPC’s mission, vision, and values.
• Serve as an ambassador for CIPC within professional and community networks.
• Participate in quarterly board meetings and monthly committee work.
• Support organizational fundraising, resource development, and strategic partnerships.
• Introduce CIPC to prospective funders and help cultivate those relationships.
• Identify strategic partnerships within their networks, including prospective board members who can strengthen CIPC’s expertise, reach, and leadership.
• Review and approve key organizational policies, budgets, and strategic priorities.
• Partner with the Executive Director to ensure strong governance and organizational effectiveness.
• Contribute expertise, lived experience, and leadership to strengthen CIPC’s impact.

Benefits

• Costs associated with board responsibilities, including travel, are reimbursed by the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed