BOARD OF DIRECTORS ANNOUNCEMENT
Background
Arlington Neighborhood Villages (the Villages) is a startup charitable 501(c)(3) organization established
to provide Arlington County seniors the option of remaining in their homes and communities as they age
– safely, independently, and with an enhanced quality of life. Village membership is available to all
residents of Arlington County who are 55 years of age or older – regardless of where they live or their
ability to pay the annual membership fee. The Villages is a volunteer-based organization with a parttime Program Manager who is the only paid staff member at this time. After two years of planning the
Villages began full operation in April 2014. As we approach our first year anniversary we have 107
members and 89 volunteers.
The Board of Directors Challenge
The Board of Directors is a hands-on board charged with growing the Villages into a mature
organization. Board members chair or co-chair one of the nine operating committees that develop and
implement policies and strategies for their respective subject areas. These committees do a significant
amount of the organization’s work. See committee descriptions below, starting on page 3. Board
members identify, analyze and resolve corporate issues as well as establish overall organizational
strategy.
Director Responsibilities
The Board meets monthly and serves without compensation. Directors serve staggered terms of 1, 2 or
3 years and are eligible for one additional three year term. Each Director chairs or co-chairs one of the
nine operating committees. General Board responsibilities include:
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Provide leadership, vision and organizational strategy.
Establish organizational priorities.
Represent and promote the Villages in the community.
Build a multicultural organization.
Raise funds and develop strategic partnerships.
Assess the effectiveness of the Villages programs and monitor progress.
Manage the budget.
Hire and evaluate the Executive Director.
Ensure operations are in compliance with bylaws and other applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications
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Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s degree and experience in one or more of the following
areas: nonprofit management, working with startup organizations, strategic planning, business
development, fundraising, communications, performance metrics and evaluation, member
recruitment, services for aging in the community, and senior health and wellness.
Prior membership on an active Board is preferred. If eligible for Villages membership, Directors are
expected to join and maintain village membership during their tenure. If not eligible for
membership, Directors are expected to make a minimum annual financial contribution of $500.
Directors must have a passion for our mission of providing seniors the option of aging in place, and
be willing to commit their time, talents and resources to ensuring the success of the organization.
To Apply
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Carol Paquette, President,
[email protected]. Candidates will be considered on an ongoing basis.
For more information about Arlington Neighborhood Villages and its activities and programs, visit
www.arlnvil.org.
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ARLINGTON NEIGHBORHOOD VILLAGES
COMMITTEE DESCRIPTIONS
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Finance Committee
This committee is responsible for: preparation of an annual budget for approval by the Board of
Directors; recommending and monitoring financial and investment policies, fundraising plans (including
Financial Aid Fund) and insurance coverage; ensuring that all financial and tax filings are accurate and
timely; arranging for internal and external audits as necessary; and providing oversight and assistance to
the Treasurer as deemed appropriate.
Fundraising/Strategic Partners
This committee has the lead for ensuring there are adequate funds to meet the organization’s financial
needs. Members should have direct experience with, and interest in, nonprofit fundraising in areas such
as gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships. Committee scope also includes identifying strategic
partners who can assist Arlington Neighborhood Villages in providing member services. For example,
Habitat for Humanity and Rebuilding Together are potential partners for providing home repair
assistance.
Strategic Futures and Measurement
Responsible for developing and implementing the Strategic Plan and the Evaluation Plan, periodically
assessing these plans, and making recommendations to Board of Directors and Program Manager for
organizational and program improvements. Specific activities include:
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Develop Strategic Plan to implement the Vision Statement
Chart progress toward meeting longer term goals with evidence-based outcomes to support grant
applications and to be well-positioned to solicit other funding sources
Evaluation of program activities to improve service delivery and improve processes for members,
volunteers and local villages.
Develop performance metrics for Program Dashboard
Local Villages Committee
Develops and executes a plan to roll out and support multiple local villages to encompass Arlington’s
diverse socio-economic and cultural communities. Specific activities include:
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Conduct local village workshops
Develop budget recommendations for financial support for local village activities and programs
Ensure local villages take part in corporate governance and contribute to policy development
Build momentum throughout Arlington County by rolling out local villages – key to recruiting
and renewing members
Communications and Marketing
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Develops and implements a plan for getting out the message to all audiences: prospective
members and volunteers, county agencies, other nonprofits, other stakeholders. The plan
should include the overall village communications function which includes member and
volunteer communications as well as public outreach. Work with other committees to publicize
Villages events and activities. Specific activities include
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Develop elevator speeches regarding mission, pitches to prospective members, volunteers
(direct service and committee/leadership positions), donors, media, strategic partners, thought
leaders, and others
Prepare standard marketing materials such as brochures and fact sheets
Prepare newsletter
Keep public website up-to-date
Investigate use of social media for engaging members and volunteers
Manage media placement
Identify special event opportunities for publicizing Villages, such as Home & Garden Show, Taste
of Ballston
Coordinate with OSAP 55+ Program on getting Villages workshops, etc., offered through the 55+
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Volunteers
Responsible for creating and executing a program to recruit and effectively engage volunteers. Work
with other committees, such as Membership and Services, to keep volunteer program responsive to
evolving Villages requirements. Specific activities include:
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Recruit and retain volunteers
Provide oversight and planning for initial training, specialized training, and occasional
development training
Develop volunteer recognition programs
Develop volunteer activities to engage a diverse range of volunteers (including e.g.,
intergenerational, corporate groups, and faith community groups.)
Enhance volunteer recruitment to find people interested, capable, and available to serve on
committees, assist with special projects, offer pro bono services and/or assist with program
evaluation.
Membership and Services
Responsible for developing and implementing an outreach program for the general 55+ population as
well as strategies for reaching various senior population segments: e.g., 75+ seniors living alone,
Hispanic and other ethnic/cultural groups, high density neighborhoods, single family neighborhoods.
Process member applications and address membership questions and concerns. Make
recommendations for membership-related policies.
Also responsible for identifying member service needs and interests and developing new Villagesprovided services and/or identifying other providers to meet these needs. Work with Volunteer
Committee to identify where volunteer training may be needed as new services are defined.
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The committee will continuously look for ways to improve and tailor service offerings through direct
service volunteers, preferred vendors, and partnerships. Objective is to create a one-stop shop for
members: to help members navigate existing programs and services countywide through information
and referral and to fill gaps in existing services using Villages volunteers and strategic partners. Specific
activities include:
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Work with Communications and Marketing and Local Villages Committees to coordinate
implementation of membership outreach strategies.
Work with Strategic Futures and Measurement Committee to assess member satisfaction with
delivery of current services and opportunities to offer new services.
Create a Preferred Vendor program by researching opportunities for group discounts with local
vendors
Monitor member satisfaction with Washington Consumer CHECKBOOK, Arlington 55+ programs,
and other partnership offerings
Develop integrated packages of services to cover the continuum of member needs. On the topic
of housing, for example, to build on the currently offered home safety assessment service to
supply assistance in developing contractor statements of work for home safety and accessibility
modifications, providing information about vetted building contractors, helping with evaluation
of bids, help with overseeing work and ensuring all punchlist items properly completed.
Prepare “just-in-time” advisories tailored to current happenings, such as the emergency services
advisory prepared for last year’s polar vortex and the Heartbleed IT advisory.
Health and Wellness
Responsible for developing a robust program of health and wellness-related services and programs that
help members maintain their health and better cope with health crises while continuing to live in their
neighborhood. This includes:
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Organizing classes and support groups to encourage and help members set and pursue their
personal wellness objectives.
Identifying services, health care technology tools and telemedicine programs to help members
with chronic health conditions remain safely in their homes.
Developing strategic partnerships with health care providers, hospitals, etc., to support their
community-based health care initiatives, such as the Washington Hospital Center’s Patient
Support Network program for discharged patients.
Sponsoring educational programs, e.g., a continuum of care series of workshops to educate
members on the spectrum of available lifestyle choices ranging from independent living at home
through assisted care options at home, nursing homes, assisted living residences, and hospice
services.
Identifying high quality in-home health care providers and other organizations that can augment
the supportive services provided by Arlington Neighborhood Villages.
Social Events and Programs
This committee complements the Membership and Services Committee by identifying member interests
and needs for social events and programs – activities that members participate in themselves as
contrasted with services delivered to them by a volunteer. The objectives are to enhance member
quality of life, promote community engagement and reduce social isolation. Offering social events and
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programs is an important Villages function that contributes significant value to village membership.
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Work with Measurement team to assess member interest and ability to access events offered
county-wide and through local villages.
Create county-wide opportunities for social and cultural events and run these regularly
Support local villages in their offerings, establish policies for eligibility such as “open to all,”
“members only” and/or “members and volunteers” and “local village members only”
Variety of socialization opportunities – local and county-wide
Educational programs tailored to membership needs/interests
Work with Membership and Services Committee to develop special programs geared to senior
interests such as housing and health care that are complementary to service offerings
Identify opportunities for civic engagement and input to county and state policymaking on
senior issues, e.g., Commission on Aging, Northern Virginia Aging Network
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