Board Secretary (Volunteering Opportunity)

Description
Agile Gothenburg is a nonprofit organization that provides a community for those who are interested, practicing, or passionate about Agile behaviors, concepts, frameworks, and techniques in Sweden, the Nordics, as well as globally.
The organization educates and advises on Agile mindset and practices (in leadership, human resources, project, program, portfolio, product, delivery, and service management) through the sharing of knowledge, experience, and lessons learned.
Agile Gothenburg has and continues to partner with companies and associations that promote agility around the globe.
The main activities of Agile Gothenburg are:
Hosting events (meetups, featured talks, workshops, and conferences) on Agile-related topics.
Creating and sharing experience reports that summarize the practical experience of applying an Agile practice in an industrial setting.
Educating Nordic businesses on the training programs and services offered by Agile Gothenburg partners and facilitating their onboarding.

Agile Gothenburg team is multicultural with volunteers from every continent in the world. The organization promotes and lives by the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its operations.
Agile Gothenburg board comprises a chair, two vice chairs, and a secretary. We are looking for yet another board secretary to help us ensure the smooth operations of the board.
Responsibilities
Serve as a member of the board
Prepare the agenda, and schedule and notify of upcoming board meetings
Note and distribute board meetings minutes, motions, and decisions
Follow-up on the tasks of board members
Serve as a good face and positive image of the organization
Meet and mingle with C-level executives and middle management at partners and clients

Requirements
A degree in management, business administration, or similar
Experience with organizing and prioritizing tasks
Experience with listening, negotiating, and lobbying
Experience with developing and engaging in clear kinds of communication
Experience with working with a virtual team
Progressive, social, and outgoing
Eager to develop in management, leadership, and other specialties of Agile Gothenburg

Seen as merit
Skills and understanding of Agile mindset and philosophy in leadership and management of products, projects, programs, and human resources.
What you get
Excellent visibility in the recruitment market
Mentorship of your training and development
The chance to explore the local, regional, and global communities of management practitioners and thought leaders
The chance to interact with and learn from the pundits in management and leadership
Free access to an excellent education platform with carefully chosen resources on an array of management subjects
Discounts on different workshops and conferences that are hosted, co-hosted, or sponsored by Agile Gothenburg

Location
Sweden, preferably Gothenburg.
Form of employment
Permanent
Scope of work
Part-time
Expected hours per month
Varies to a maximum of 8 hours.
Duration
Until further notice with 6 months probation period. Agile Gothenburg is looking for a long-term commitment. Join the team if you’re willing to connect with us for a considerable period.
Application
If you’re still reading the offer and think that you could be a good fit for this position, please send your application by email to hr@agilegothenburg.org including “Board Secretary” in the subject line. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
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