<p>The Senior Director of Board Affairs & Governance is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing governance operations and board relations for a dual-entity nonprofit organization consisting of a 501(c)(6) membership association and a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation.</p> <p>This leader serves as the primary liaison to two governing boards (28-member C6 Board and 5-member C3 Board), advising executive leadership and board officers on best practices of Board management and effectiveness. The role ensures seamless board operations, strengthens governance infrastructure, and supports mission-driven decision-making at the highest level. This role will have matrix reporting and responsibilities with legal re: governance and compliance, and board effectiveness.</p> <p><strong><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt; color: #ff0000;"><span style="color: #000000; font-family: verdana, geneva;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C.</span></span></span></strong></p> <h4>Supervisory Responsibilities:</h4> <ul> <li>This position does have direct supervisory responsibilities, which may include serving as a coach and mentor for those they supervise.</li> </ul> <h4>Duties/Responsibilities:</h4> <p><strong>Board Governance & Strategy</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Chief of Staff, and Board leadership on governance practices, trends, and compliance requirements.</li> <li>Oversee governance frameworks for both the C6 and C3 entities, ensuring alignment with bylaws, policies, and regulatory requirements.</li> <li>Lead ongoing evaluation and enhancement of governance structures, board effectiveness, and committee performance.</li> <li>Provide strategic support on board composition, succession planning, and board development.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Board Operations & Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all aspects of board and committee operations for both entities, including: <ul> <li>Annual board calendars</li> <li>Meeting planning and logistics (in-person and virtual)</li> <li>Preparation and distribution of board materials</li> <li>Ensure high-quality, timely, and strategically aligned board communications.</li> <li>Maintain accurate and complete board records, minutes, and official governance documentation.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><strong>Dual-Entity Compliance & Oversight in partnership with Legal</strong></p> <ul> <li>Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance regulations for both C3 and C6 entities.</li> <li>Monitor and manage conflicts of interest, disclosures, and governance risk.</li> <li>Maintain and update bylaws, governance policies, and board charters.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Board & Committee Engagement</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support board chairs, officers, and committee leaders in driving engagement and effectiveness.</li> <li>Design onboarding and continuing education programs for board members.</li> <li>Facilitate board retreats, strategy sessions, and governance workshops.</li> <li>Foster strong relationships with board members to ensure high levels of engagement and accountability.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Executive Support & Leadership Partnership</strong></p> <ul> <li>Act as a key partner to the CEO and executive leadership team on board-facing strategy and communications.</li> <li>Translate organizational strategy into board-level insights and materials.</li> <li>Support executive leadership in anticipating board needs and positioning decisions for approval.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Team Leadership & Infrastructure</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide leadership, direction, and professional development for the Board Affairs staff, establishing departmental goals, priorities and performance expectations.</li> <li>Ensure optimization of board management systems and tools.</li> <li>Establish and continuously improve processes, templates, and governance resources.</li> <li>Develop and manage the Board Affairs budget and related resources.</li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <h4>Required Skills/Abilities:</h4> <ul> <li>Excellent verbal and written communications skills.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.</li> <li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.</li> <li>Strong supervisor and leadership skills.</li> <li>Ability to take abstract ideas or situations and convert them into operational goals and metrics.</li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.</li> <li>Familiarity with governance risk and compliance frameworks.</li> <li>Ability to travel.</li> </ul> <h4>Education and Experience:</h4> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree is required.</li> <li>Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.</li> <li>Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.</li> <li>Must have budget management experience.</li> <li>Experience in healthcare, medical associations, or membership organizations.</li> <li>Experience managing large boards (20+) and multi-board s