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.
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.
Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C.Supervisory Responsibilities:- This position does have direct supervisory responsibilities, which may include serving as a coach and mentor for those they supervise.
Duties/Responsibilities:Board Governance & Strategy- Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Chief of Staff, and Board leadership on governance practices, trends, and compliance requirements.
- Oversee governance frameworks for both the C6 and C3 entities, ensuring alignment with bylaws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead ongoing evaluation and enhancement of governance structures, board effectiveness, and committee performance.
- Provide strategic support on board composition, succession planning, and board development.
Board Operations & Management- Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all aspects of board and committee operations for both entities, including:
- Annual board calendars
- Meeting planning and logistics (in-person and virtual)
- Preparation and distribution of board materials
- Ensure high-quality, timely, and strategically aligned board communications.
- Maintain accurate and complete board records, minutes, and official governance documentation.
Dual-Entity Compliance & Oversight in partnership with Legal- Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance regulations for both C3 and C6 entities.
- Monitor and manage conflicts of interest, disclosures, and governance risk.
- Maintain and update bylaws, governance policies, and board charters.
Board & Committee Engagement- Support board chairs, officers, and committee leaders in driving engagement and effectiveness.
- Design onboarding and continuing education programs for board members.
- Facilitate board retreats, strategy sessions, and governance workshops.
- Foster strong relationships with board members to ensure high levels of engagement and accountability.
Executive Support & Leadership Partnership- Act as a key partner to the CEO and executive leadership team on board-facing strategy and communications.
- Translate organizational strategy into board-level insights and materials.
- Support executive leadership in anticipating board needs and positioning decisions for approval.
Team Leadership & Infrastructure- Provide leadership, direction, and professional development for the Board Affairs staff, establishing departmental goals, priorities and performance expectations.
- Ensure optimization of board management systems and tools.
- Establish and continuously improve processes, templates, and governance resources.
- Develop and manage the Board Affairs budget and related resources.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong supervisor and leadership skills.
- Ability to take abstract ideas or situations and convert them into operational goals and metrics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.
- Familiarity with governance risk and compliance frameworks.
- Ability to travel.
Education and Experience:- Bachelor's degree is required.
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
- Must have budget management experience.
- Experience in healthcare, medical associations, or membership organizations.
- Experience managing large boards (20+) and multi-board structures.
- Experience leading board transformation or governance modernization initiatives.
Salary Range
$145,000-$160,000 USD
Our PerksPaid Parental Leave - Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace - Flexible work schedule - Commuting Allowance - Generous Paid Time Off - Holiday Pay - Life Insurance - Community Volunteering Opportunities - Generous 401(k) Company Contributions - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Learning Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement - Company-Sponsored Team Outings - and more!
