Associate Director of Governance

Kforce Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kforce is seeking an Associate Director of Governance in Washington, DC to lead governance activities for the organization's board and committees. The role partners with board members, executive leadership, and stakeholders to strengthen governance practices and board engagement, and to ensure smooth board operations.

You will manage meeting logistics, prepare materials, minutes, and governance records, administer board management tools, support board recruitment and onboarding, and track

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Public Administration, Liberal Arts, or related field.
• 5–7 years of governance, board relations, or nonprofit/association administration experience.
• Direct experience with a board of directors or senior committees.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Proven organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute logistics for board/committee meetings (in-person and virtual).
• Prepare agendas, materials, resolutions, and governance communications.
• Draft and maintain minutes and governance records.
• Administer board management platform and related systems.
• Coordinate board recruitment, officer elections, and onboarding.
• Maintain calendars, rosters, terms, and governance data.
• Track governance metrics and prepare reports.
• Coordinate vendors, travel, and other logistics.
• Lead governance initiatives and special projects.

Conocimientos

Governance experience

Board relations

Project management

Writing/editing skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Virtual meeting experience

Discretion and judgment

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Board management software

Document management tools

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Associate Director of Governance in Washington, DC. Overview: The Associate Director, Governance leads the coordination and execution of governance activities supporting the organization's Board of Directors and its committees. This highly visible role partners closely with board members, executive leadership, and internal stakeholders to promote effective governance practices, strengthen board engagement, and ensure the smooth administration of board operations. Serving as a primary governance resource and board liaison, the Associate Director oversees board and committee processes, governance communications, meeting preparation, records management, board recruitment and onboarding, and related systems and special projects. Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute all logistics for board and committee meetings, including in-person and virtual sessions
• Serve as a primary point of contact for board members, officers, committee chairs, executives, and administrative partners
• Prepare, edit, and distribute agendas, meeting materials, briefing documents, resolutions, presentations, and other governance communications
• Draft and maintain accurate board and committee minutes, governance records, and official documentation
• Administer the organization's board management platform and related governance systems
• Coordinate board recruitment, officer elections, committee appointments, orientation, and onboarding activities
• Maintain board and committee calendars, rosters, terms, and governance-related data
• Track governance activities and prepare relevant metrics and reports
• Coordinate meeting-related vendors, travel, technology, and other logistical requirements
• Recommend and implement improvements to governance processes, tools, and documentation
• Lead governance-related initiatives and special projects
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Public Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in governance, board relations, executive operations, nonprofit or association administration, or a related area
• Demonstrated experience working directly with a board of directors, board of trustees, executive leadership team, or senior-level committees
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and presentation skills
• Strong project management, organizational, and time-management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, sensitive information, and firm deadlines with accuracy and discretion
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and document-management tools
• Experience supporting virtual meetings and webinar platforms
• Familiarity with board management or governance technology platforms is preferred
• Knowledge of nonprofit or association governance practices and parliamentary procedure is preferred

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with senior leaders and multiple internal stakeholders
• Strong judgment, professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail
• Availability for occasional travel and periodic evening or weekend work in support of board and committee activities
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment, based on organizational needs and policies
• This position does not currently have direct reports

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.