GBEN elections are coming up and we are reaching out with a call for nominations for the Vice-President position. The next 3-year term for Vice-President starts January 1, 2021. This is a great leadership opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to the value of GBEN and help to shape its future! You may nominate yourself or a committed GBEN colleague. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, October 7, 2020.

Position Descriptions

GBEN is governed by an Executive Committee, which serves as the board of directors, and consists of a President, a Vice-President, a Treasurer, a Clerk, and chairs from each of the committees. The President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Clerk are elected by the membership.Any GBEN members may serve on the GBEN Board.

The Executive Committee meets monthly tooversee all GBEN activities and operations, including overseeing all subcommittees. The Committee is also responsible for setting dues and approving a budget for each year. The Executive Committee oversees elections, fills vacancies, holds special elections, and removes Committee members as outlined in GBEN’s by-laws.

Vice-President Position Description: (10-15 hours per month)

• Oversee strategic planning for GBEN;

• Oversee operations of GBEN to ensure that plans are executed and tasks are accomplished;

• Assist the President in conducting the business of GBEN and preside in the President’s absence including if the President’s position becomes vacant; 

• Preside over all Executive Committee meetings of GBEN;

• Chair the Governance Committee; 

• Assist in planning and organizing the Annual Meeting.

Qualifications and Time Commitment

• Membership with GBEN and AEA

• Some leadership or management experience

• Minimum of 5 years experience with evaluation-related work

• Capacity to commit 10-15 hours per month

• Some Board experience preferred

• Strong organizational skills

Submission Process

Each nomination submission should include:

• Name, Title, Affiliation, Email, Phone

• Resume or CV

• A brief statement answering the following questions:

• • Why are you interested in becoming Vice-President of GBEN?
  • What are your qualifications for Vice President?
  • What is your vision for GBEN?

Submit COMPLETED nominations to GBEN via email (greaterbostoneval@gmail.com) by  Wednesday, October 7, 2020.

Questions?

If you have questions about nominations process, please contact Danelle Marable, DMARABLE@mghihp.edu.