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About the job Board Member, Mid-Hudson Energy Transition
Job Title : Board Member, Mid-Hudson Energy Transition, Inc.
Location : Based in Kingston, NY, accepting applications throughout the region
Purpose : Through the activities of the Board, or its committees, Board Members help lead Mid-Hudson Energy Transition (MHET) by determining organizational mission and purpose, hiring and evaluating the Executive Director, ensuring effective planning, monitoring and strengthening programs and services, ensuring adequate resources through fundraising, protecting assets and providing financial oversight, building a competent and diverse board, ensuring legal and ethical integrity, maintaining accountability, and enhancing the organization's public standing.
About Us : MHET is a New York not-for-profit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization formed in 2021. Our mission is to empower municipalities, their residents, and businesses to own and share renewable energy, create healthier buildings, and join in community wealth-building to strengthen the resilience of the Hudson Valley in the face of climate change.
Our approach is centered on compassion, local knowledge, and fostering community ownership of shared clean energy resources that advance meaningful climate action. We engage and build on the active involvement of communities, and their elected and grassroots leaders, with particular emphasis on low-income, Black, Indigenous, and communities of color that have been disproportionately harmed by the extractive energy economy and continue to experience the effects of climate change first and worst.
Responsibilities :
- Board Meetings and Committees
Attend quarterly board meetings (preferably in-person in Kingston, NY) and annual retreats.
Collaborate with fellow board members and leadership to define and implement strategic priorities aligned with the organization's mission and vision.
Actively engage with local communities to understand their needs, ensuring initiatives align with the diverse perspectives within the communities we serve.
Provide financial expertise and oversight to optimize investment strategies, ensure prudent risk management, and maximize returns.
Champion DEI principles within the organization and actively seek opportunities to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.
Advocate for the organization's mission within the community, fostering partnerships and representing MHET at relevant events.
Contribute legal expertise to ensure strict adherence to federal, state, and local regulations governing community investment and financial operations.
Duty of Care : Act in good faith, stay informed, disclose material information, and exercise independent judgment.
Qualifications :
Term :
Board members serve an initial 1-year term, after which they are eligible for subsequent three-year terms to provide continuity and foster a long-term commitment to MHET's mission and vision.
Time Commitment :
Board members are expected to attend quarterly board meetings and an annual board retreat, participate in committee work, and engage in occasional community events. The estimated time commitment is approximately 2-4 hours per month.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement :
Our Board of Directors strives to be a diverse group of clean energy experts and community members local to the Hudson Valley or the larger region. As we continue to work towards a more equitable and inclusive future, it is important that our Board and staff reflect the diversity of the community we serve. Our objective is to ensure strong representation from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities, with special attention to those who are also non-binary, genderqueer, or transgender, LGBTQI , from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, and local to the Mid-Hudson region. Through a dedicated effort to prioritize the recruitment of Board members possessing diverse intersectional identities and unique skill sets, MHET aims to enhance its ability to fulfill its mission and positively impact the communities we serve.
Application Process :
The application deadline is April 5, 2024. Please include a resume and a cover letter detailing your alignment with MHET's mission and values. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. For inquiries or assistance with the application process, please reach out to Emily Mauro at emily@mid-hudson.energy.
We look forward to receiving your application and appreciate your interest in joining MHET's dedicated Board of Directors!