Global Board Member

Sustainable Development Initiatives (SDI) is seeking Global Board Members to provide strategic guidance and oversight for their mission of promoting social justice and sustainable development across Africa. Candidates with senior-level expertise in areas such as fundraising, program development, governance, and environmental sustainability are encouraged to apply. The position is open to all nationalities and is remote, with an application deadline of July 15, 2026.
CALL FOR GLOBAL BOARD MEMBERS


Sustainable Development Initiatives (SDI)


Application Deadline:
15
th
July 2026


Location:
Open to all nationalities (Remote/Virtual)


About SDI
Sustainable Development Initiatives (SDI) is an international, non-governmental, non-partisan, and non-profit civil society organization operating in Sierra Leone, Liberia, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. SDI works to promote social justice, sustainable development, peacebuilding, education, health, youth empowerment, women's empowerment, food security, environmental sustainability, governance, advocacy, research, and economic inclusion.
Our vision
is to foster communities where access to social justice, sustainable peace, and sustainable development are upheld at all levels.


Our mission
is to work with rural communities and marginalized groups to promote socio-economic development through education, skills development, advocacy, research, networking, and community-driven solutions.


As SDI continues to expand its impact across Africa, we are seeking highly qualified and passionate professionals to join our Global Board and provide strategic guidance, oversight, resource mobilization support, and leadership to advance our mission.


For more information about our work, visit: www.sdinitiatives.org / Sustainable Development Initiatives: Company Page | LinkedIn


Board Member Opportunities
We are particularly seeking individuals with senior-level expertise in one or more of the following areas:
1. Fundraising, Resource Mobilization & Philanthropy



Institutional donor engagement
Grant acquisition and management
Philanthropic partnerships
Corporate giving and sponsorships

2. Strategic Partnerships & Business Development

Private sector engagement
International development partnerships
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Stakeholder relationship management

3. Finance, Audit & Risk Management

Financial oversight
Audit and compliance
Investment and sustainability strategies
Risk management and governance

4. Program Development & International Development

Program design and implementation
Development programming
Humanitarian and community development
Results-based management

5. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL)

Impact measurement
Organizational learning
Research and evidence generation
Data-driven decision making

6. Governance, Legal & Compliance

Board governance
Legal advisory services
Regulatory compliance
Organizational policy development

7. Gender Equality, Social Inclusion & Human Rights

Women's empowerment
Youth development
Disability inclusion
Social justice advocacy

8. Climate Change, Agriculture & Environmental Sustainability

Climate resilience
Sustainable agriculture
Food security
Environmental protection

9. Communications, Branding & Global Advocacy

Strategic communications
Public relations
Media engagement
Digital visibility and advocacy

10. Human Resources & Organizational Development

Leadership development
Talent management
Organizational growth and culture
Performance management

11. Technology, Innovation & Digital Transformation

Digital systems
Artificial Intelligence for Development
Information systems and cybersecurity
Technology-enabled solutions

Key Expectations of Board Members
Board Members will

Provide strategic oversight and governance support.
Advise on organizational growth and sustainability.
Support fundraising and resource mobilization efforts.
Facilitate strategic partnerships and networking opportunities.
Promote SDI's mission and visibility globally.
Participate in quarterly board meetings and committee activities.
Serve as ambassadors for SDI's values and objectives.

Eligibility
We welcome applications from

Senior professionals with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
Current or former executives, directors, academics, de