Board of Directors

Context

Peace Brigades International (PBI) is recruiting new members to join its Board of Directors, the International Council (IC). We are looking for people to participate actively on the life of the organisation, assuring good governance, financial sustainability and strategic direction for PBI. Do you share our passion for human rights protection? Do you want to use your skills and experience to promote good governance and contribute to the long-term success of our organisation? As a rights-based global organisation we seek to have inclusive representation on the International Council. Women and people with diverse backgrounds, particularly from the Global Majority, are strongly encouraged to apply

Candidate Profile

• Political awareness and familiarity with global issues relating to peace and human rights. Experience in
  the field of HRD protection would be an asset.
• Skills in political analysis and capacity to analyse complex situations
• Commitment to and understanding of the principles and mandate of PBI
• Experience of and commitment to working with decentralised and/or international organisations
• A sound understanding of strategic planning and governance oversight
• Able to travel and participate in the 4 days General Assembly every three years, and take part in monthly meetings by remote conference call
• Able to serve on the IC for a three year’s mandate (renewable up to 2 times)
• Able to commit an average between 18 and 24 hours per month
• Fluency in English and/or Spanish
• Candidates with prior experience working with PBI are encouraged to apply
• Experience in staff management (Human Resources), law, fundraising and organizational management in an international NGO context would be appreciated