Founding Board Member – Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships (Volunteer)

About the role

The Founding Board Member - Fundraising & Strategic Partnerships (Volunteer) position at Guideship is an exciting opportunity for individuals with experience in fundraising, philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, corporate partnerships, workforce development, government relations, or community engagement. Guideship is entering a growth phase and seeks to establish a sustainable fundraising strategy to support scholarships, apprenticeships, mentorship programs, and career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance on fundraising and organizational growth
• Identify potential donors, sponsors, foundations, and partners
• Introduce Guideship to prospective supporters and community stakeholders
• Mentor a fundraising intern responsible for developing and executing a 10-week fundraising plan
• Participate in quarterly board meetings and occasional planning sessions
• Serve as an ambassador for Guideship's mission
• Aid in long-term sustainability planning

Requirements

This is a volunteer board position. No specific requirements are listed beyond the desire for individuals with relevant experience and passion for the mission.

Qualifications

We welcome applications from former nonprofit executives and development directors, corporate executives and business leaders, cybersecurity and technology industry leaders, foundation and philanthropic leaders, retired government officials, workforce development professionals, higher education leaders, community advocates and civic leaders, and individuals with significant fundraising or donor development experience.

Skills

Prior fundraising or development experience, experience serving on nonprofit boards or advisory councils, established professional networks that may support workforce development initiatives, passion for creating opportunities for underserved communities, interest in cybersecurity, technology, education, workforce development, or apprenticeship programs, and time commitment of approximately 2-4 hours per month, with flexibility based on availability and interest.

Benefits

No specific benefits are mentioned for this volunteer board position.

Pay

This is a volunteer board position. Compensation is not specified.

Schedule

This is a volunteer board position. No specific schedule is mentioned.

About IBSS Corp.

IBSS, a woman-owned small business, provides transformational consulting services to the Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors. Our services include cybersecurity and enterprise information technology, environmental science and engineering, and professional management services. We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development and giving back to the community and the environment. IBSS is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, paid time off, federal holidays, a matching 401K plan, tuition/professional development reimbursement, and Flex-Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.