Board Treasurer

Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières - USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Treasurer to join its Board of Directors. This pivotal role involves safeguarding financial strategies while engaging in fundraising and investment policies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in finance, particularly within the non-profit sector, and will be responsible for providing strategic financial guidance. This is an unpaid position that offers a unique opportunity to contribute to humanitarian efforts globally. Join a mission-driven organization committed to making a difference in the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in finance and treasury-related fields.
• Strong understanding of U.S. not-for-profit financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and fundraising activities.
• Provide high-level financial advice to the Board of Directors.

Skills

Finance Management

Fundraising Strategies

Financial Reporting

Investment Strategy

Human Resources Planning

Communication Skills

Education

15+ years of professional experience in finance

Experience with U.S. not-for-profit financial regulations

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Indications of Interest

Please submit a letter describing your interest and relevant skills, and your CV by June 2, 2025, addressed to:

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This is an unpaid position.

Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a global medical humanitarian organization operating in over 70 countries. The U.S. section of MSF (MSF USA) seeks a Treasurer to join its Board of Directors. MSF USA, incorporated separately and recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, was founded in 1990 and supports the mission of MSF’s international network by:

• Raising funds to support relief projects conducted by the international MSF network wherever medical, public health, or other humanitarian crises exist. MSF USA’s revenue for 2024 was $774 million.
• Recruiting volunteer medical and other professionals in the United States to participate in these projects.
• Communicating our message to the US media and carrying out public education projects to increase awareness of at-risk populations.
• Advocating on behalf of populations at risk by informing the public, the media, the United Nations, U.S. Government agencies, and other nongovernmental organizations of its concerns.
• Participating in group management, international committees, and other platforms as needed and requested.

Function:

The Treasurer plays a key role in protecting the long-term financial strategy of MSF USA while also engaging in similar international strategies. This role includes assisting with short-term tactical decisions made by the Finance Department and other related departments. Additionally, the Treasurer oversees MSF USA's financial management, fundraising, and investment policies concerning financial statements, gift acceptance, and broader business strategy. Collaborating with the Finance Department, the Treasurer will advise on consolidated budgets and financial planning for MSF USA's annual plans and will participate in the governance of partnerships like the Operational Center Paris group. Furthermore, the Treasurer is tasked with reviewing and providing advice on the Strategic, Accountability, and Resource Cycle Agreement (SPARC) and other agreements entered into by MSF USA with fellow members of the MSF Movement.

The Treasurer provides high-level technical advice to the Board of Directors on the following issues:

• The financial reporting and internal control implications and impact of matters raised at the board level, and
• understanding MSF-USA’s current and projected future financial situation are also critical.
• Fundraising and human resource matters

According to the organization’s By-Laws, the Treasurer holds custody of funds and securities for MSF-USA unless the Board of Directors or the By-Laws state otherwise.

The Treasurer is charged with safeguarding all funds and valuable assets in designated depositary institutions as approved by the Board. They are tasked with maintaining comprehensive and precise records of disbursements and receipts, fulfilling the requirements of independent auditors, and complying with state and federal regulations. Additionally, the Treasurer will supply the President and the Board with reports on all transactions and the financial status of MSF-USA upon request.

The Treasurer, via the Administrative Committee, oversees and supports fundraising and human resources activities, including annual plans. This role involves periodic reporting on staff recruitment, retention, and current issues affecting domestic and international mobile staff.

Duties:

• Directs the Board’s review of any action related to the Board’s financial responsibilities as defined in the Bylaws and relevant State and Federal Statutes.
• Ensures that appropriate financial reports are made available to the Board through regular reports on key economic events, trends, concerns, and assessment of fiscal health.
• Represents MSF-USA regarding financial issues at meetings with board members of other MSF sections and fellow MSF-USA Association members, and presents the treasurer’s annual report at the annual meeting held in May of each year.
• Reviews regular investment policies of MSF-USA. Participates in regular portfolio review with external portfolio managers.
• Generally, serves as Chair of the Administrative Committee. Assists with preparing agendas for committee meetings, including an annual calendar of issues.
• Ensures, through the Administrative Committee, sound management and maximization of working capital and investments within established investment guidelines.
• Ensures, through the Administrative Committee, sound management of the organization's fundraising activities and human resources.
• Ensures, through the Administrative Committee, sufficient human resources and financial systems capacity for the accurate and timely processing of revenues and expenditures.

As a member of the Audit & Risk Committee:

• Reviews and appoints the independent auditor and meets annually with the auditor in conjunction with the Audit & Risk Committee. Ensures that published US and International reports accurately reflect the institution's operating results and financial condition.
• Participates in a periodic risk assessment of MSF-USA’s activities. Ascertains that management has established appropriate policies to define and identify conflicts of interest and diligently administers and enforces those policies.
• Reviews, in conjunction with Counsel, ensure compliance with relevant State and Federal regulations, reporting requirements, and laws affecting the organization.
• Is responsible for keeping the Board of Advisors informed on financial matters on behalf of the Board of Directors at the Board of Advisors' semi-annual meetings, as required.

Requirements:

• Fifteen years of professional experience in finance and/or treasury-related field or equivalent.
• Experience with executive-level roles, including human resources planning and benefit plan compliance, is desirable.
• Working knowledge of U.S. not-for-profit financial regulations and environment.
• Familiarity with international organizations, including cross-border operations and foreign currency management.
• Direct operating responsibility for an organization, service, or business.
• Experience preparing and/or auditing financial statements.
• Where applicable, knowledge of appropriate investment strategies, capital market cycles, fixed income securities, equity securities, annuities, and foreign markets.
• Familiarity with U.S. not-for-profit fundraising strategies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work effectively with other board members from various backgrounds and relevant MSF staff.
• Ability to communicate financial matters to a non-financial audience.
• Ability to provide high-level guidance on financial technical matters to the Board of Directors and relevant management team members.
• Participated in seven teleconference board meetings, attended four in-person two-day board meetings, and held six in-person or teleconference half-day Administrative Committee meetings per year and meetings with MSF finance staff as required.
• Liaise with Operational Center Paris group treasurers and attend group committee meetings as needed.
• Experience on a U.S.-based not-for-profit board preferred.
• Familiarity with the MSF philosophy and affinity with the MSF mission are preferred.
• Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising programs and accounting is highly desirable.

MSF-USA is committed to building and maintaining a diverse Board. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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