Board of Directors
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Exec. / Management
- Schedule:Full-time
- Salary: Negotiable
Composition and Term of Office
In accordance with the GADC Statute :
- A Board Member may serve a maximum of two consecutive three-year terms (total maximum of six years), subject to re-election and Board approval.
- After completing two consecutive terms, a Board Member may reapply after at least one full term break.
Board Members serve in their individual capacity and not as representatives of any institution.
Time Commitment
Board Members are expected to:
- Attend at least two regular Board meetings per year.
- Participate in extraordinary meetings if required.
- Serve on sub-committees (Finance, Governance, HR, etc.) as needed.
- Commit approximately 5–8 working days per year, including preparation time.
Members missing three consecutive meetings without valid reason may be deemed resigned in accordance with the Statute.
Conflict of Interest and Ethics
Board Members must:
- Declare any potential or actual conflict of interest.
- Refrain from participating in decisions where conflict exists.
- Not hold paid staff positions within GADC.
- Uphold high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Remuneration
This is an honorary, non-remunerated position, in accordance with the GADC Statute .
- Board Members do not receive salary or financial compensation.
- Reasonable expenses incurred for official Board duties may be reimbursed in accordance with GADC policy.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Board of Directors is the highest responsible authority of the organization.
- The Board provides strategic oversight, fiduciary governance, and institutional accountability, and shall:
- Governance and Strategy
- Define and safeguard the organization’s vision, mission, and strategic direction.
- Approve strategic plans and annual operational plans.
- Ensure alignment with feminist values and gender-transformative principles.
- Safeguard the organization’s integrity, reputation, and independence.
- Executive Oversight
- Recruit, appoint, evaluate, support, and if necessary suspend or remove the Executive Director.
- Conduct annual performance review of the Executive Director.
- Provide guidance and strategic advice to senior management.
- Financial and Fiduciary Oversight
- Approve annual budgets and financial reports.
- Ensure sound financial management and internal controls.
- Review audited financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with Cambodian law and donor regulations.
- Prevent and address corruption, misconduct, or financial malpractice.
- Resource Mobilization
- Support fundraising and resource mobilization efforts.
- Act as ambassadors of GADC and leverage professional networks when appropriate.
- Policy and Safeguarding Oversight
- Approve key organizational policies (HR, safeguarding, financial, anti-harassment, conflict of interest).
- Ensure ethical standards and accountability mechanisms are upheld.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
- English - Good
- Khmer is required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree is preferred
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Commitment to feminist principles, gender equality, human rights, and social justice.
- At least 5–7 years of senior professional experience, preferably in: Governance and leadership, Law and policy, Finance and audit, Fundraising and resource mobilization, Development, gender, or social justice work, Academia or research, Corporate leadership or social enterprise
- Strong understanding of Cambodia’s socio-political and gender equality context.
- Ability to read and communicate in English (Khmer required).
- No conflict of interest with GADC’s operations.
- Women-identified candidates.
- Experience serving on Boards or governance committees.
- Experience in safeguarding, anti-corruption, financial oversight, or institutional development.
- Young feminist leaders and women from diverse backgrounds (including disability, ethnic minorities, LGBTQI+ communities) are encouraged to apply.
