Call for Board Members
2025-07-04T20:59:17+00:00
A Chance for Change Foundation
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https://www.achanceforchangezm.org/
FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Nonprofit, and NGO
Management
2025-07-30T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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JOIN US IN TRANSFORMING LIVES
At A Chance for Change Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of opportunity. We are committed to ending extreme poverty in Zambia by equipping vulnerable communities with skills, resources, and sustainable economic pathways. Through innovation and entrepreneurship, we empower individuals to become agents of change in their own lives.
We are now inviting passionate, qualified, and mission-aligned individuals to join our Board of Directors and help shape a future of dignity, equity, and opportunity.
WHY SERVE ON OUR BOARD?
As a board member, you will:
- Influence strategic decisions that impact communities across Zambia
- Apply your expertise to strengthen governance, sustainability, and advocacy
- Champion innovation, partnership, and accountability in a dynamic nonprofit
- Join a collaborative and values-driven leadership team committed to transformation
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Governance and Oversight
- Define strategic direction and organizational priorities
- Ensure ethical, legal, and transparent operations
- Monitor risks and institutional performance
Financial Stewardship
- Review and approve annual budgets and financial reports
- Guide fundraising strategies and financial integrity
Policy and Advocacy
- Support development and review of organizational policies
- Actively represent and promote the Foundation’s work
Leadership and Succession
- Help recruit, onboard, and mentor new board members
- Contribute to leadership transitions and capacity-building
Community Engagement
- Represent the Foundation in stakeholder and donor engagements
- Leverage networks to promote the Foundation’s mission and goals
Evaluation and Accountability
- Monitor program impact and effectiveness
- Promote organizational learning and alignment with strategic goals
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES & REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Applicants must apply under the Strategic Priority that best matches their experience and qualifications.
Strategic Priority 1: Agriculture & Agribusiness
We seek individuals with:
- Expertise in smallholder farming and out-grower schemes
- Understanding of cash crop cultivation and climate-smart agriculture
- Experience in value chains and agribusiness market linkages
Strategic Priority 2: Partnerships & Resource Mobilization
Ideal candidates will have:
- Proven capacity to build networks with donors, NGOs, and corporates
- Knowledge of CSR strategy and stakeholder engagement
- Skills in fundraising, partnership development, and grant acquisition
Strategic Priority 3: Education, Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Growth
We welcome individuals with:
- Experience in vocational training and workforce development
- Expertise in supporting startups, SMEs, and business incubation
- Familiarity with microfinance, seed funding, and enterprise scaling
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
We are seeking board members who are:
- Committed to participating in quarterly board meetings and committee work
- Able to serve an initial three-year term
- Willing to contribute time, skills, networks, or financial support
- Demonstrated leaders with integrity and a strategic mindset
- Passionate about community empowerment and inclusive development
Financial Stewardship Review and approve annual budgets and financial reports Guide fundraising strategies and financial integrity Policy and Advocacy Support development and review of organizational policies Actively represent and promote the Foundation’s work Leadership and Succession Help recruit, onboard, and mentor new board members Contribute to leadership transitions and capacity-building Community Engagement Represent the Foundation in stakeholder and donor engagements Leverage networks to promote the Foundation’s mission and goals Evaluation and Accountability Monitor program impact and effectiveness Promote organizational learning and alignment with strategic goals STRATEGIC PRIORITIES & REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Applicants must apply under the Strategic Priority that best matches their experience and qualifications. Strategic Priority 1: Agriculture & Agribusiness We seek individuals with: Expertise in smallholder farming and out-grower schemes Understanding of cash crop cultivation and climate-smart agriculture Experience in value chains and agribusiness market linkages Strategic Priority 2: Partnerships & Resource Mobilization
Strategic Priority 3: Education, Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Growth We welcome individuals with: Experience in vocational training and workforce development Expertise in supporting startups, SMEs, and business incubation Familiarity with microfinance, seed funding, and enterprise scaling ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA We are seeking board members who are: Committed to participating in quarterly board meetings and committee work Able to serve an initial three-year term Willing to contribute time, skills, networks, or financial support Demonstrated leaders with integrity and a strategic mindset Passionate about community empowerment and inclusive development
Strategic Priority 3: Education, Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Growth We welcome individuals with: Experience in vocational training and workforce development Expertise in supporting startups, SMEs, and business incubation Familiarity with microfinance, seed funding, and enterprise scaling ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA We are seeking board members who are: Committed to participating in quarterly board meetings and committee work Able to serve an initial three-year term Willing to contribute time, skills, networks, or financial support Demonstrated leaders with integrity and a strategic mindset Passionate about community empowerment and inclusive development
JOB-686840a51f921
Vacancy title:
Call for Board Members
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Management]
Jobs at:
A Chance for Change Foundation
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 30 2025
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 4 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
JOIN US IN TRANSFORMING LIVES
At A Chance for Change Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of opportunity. We are committed to ending extreme poverty in Zambia by equipping vulnerable communities with skills, resources, and sustainable economic pathways. Through innovation and entrepreneurship, we empower individuals to become agents of change in their own lives.
We are now inviting passionate, qualified, and mission-aligned individuals to join our Board of Directors and help shape a future of dignity, equity, and opportunity.
WHY SERVE ON OUR BOARD?
As a board member, you will:
- Influence strategic decisions that impact communities across Zambia
- Apply your expertise to strengthen governance, sustainability, and advocacy
- Champion innovation, partnership, and accountability in a dynamic nonprofit
- Join a collaborative and values-driven leadership team committed to transformation
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Governance and Oversight
- Define strategic direction and organizational priorities
- Ensure ethical, legal, and transparent operations
- Monitor risks and institutional performance
Financial Stewardship
- Review and approve annual budgets and financial reports
- Guide fundraising strategies and financial integrity
Policy and Advocacy
- Support development and review of organizational policies
- Actively represent and promote the Foundation’s work
Leadership and Succession
- Help recruit, onboard, and mentor new board members
- Contribute to leadership transitions and capacity-building
Community Engagement
- Represent the Foundation in stakeholder and donor engagements
- Leverage networks to promote the Foundation’s mission and goals
Evaluation and Accountability
- Monitor program impact and effectiveness
- Promote organizational learning and alignment with strategic goals
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES & REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Applicants must apply under the Strategic Priority that best matches their experience and qualifications.
Strategic Priority 1: Agriculture & Agribusiness
We seek individuals with:
- Expertise in smallholder farming and out-grower schemes
- Understanding of cash crop cultivation and climate-smart agriculture
- Experience in value chains and agribusiness market linkages
Strategic Priority 2: Partnerships & Resource Mobilization
Ideal candidates will have:
- Proven capacity to build networks with donors, NGOs, and corporates
- Knowledge of CSR strategy and stakeholder engagement
- Skills in fundraising, partnership development, and grant acquisition
Strategic Priority 3: Education, Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Growth
We welcome individuals with:
- Experience in vocational training and workforce development
- Expertise in supporting startups, SMEs, and business incubation
- Familiarity with microfinance, seed funding, and enterprise scaling
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
We are seeking board members who are:
- Committed to participating in quarterly board meetings and committee work
- Able to serve an initial three-year term
- Willing to contribute time, skills, networks, or financial support
- Demonstrated leaders with integrity and a strategic mindset
- Passionate about community empowerment and inclusive development
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates should complete the online application form by July 30, 2025.
Please note:
- You must indicate the Strategic Priority you are applying under
- Applications via email will not be accepted
Apply here: https://wkf.ms/4lD36r8
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
A Chance for Change Foundation is an equal opportunity organization. We strongly encourage applications from women, youth, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to building an inclusive board that reflects the communities we serve.
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