Boston Medical Center (BMC) · 1 day ago
Sr. Director, Board Relations
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$164K/yr - $237K/yr
10+ years expBoston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a strategic and relational Senior Director, Board Relations to lead Trustee engagement and governance support. This role involves overseeing trustee recruitment, developing relationships with trustees, and managing the overall experience of Trustees in relation to Board activities.
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Responsibilities
Lead the overall design, planning and execution of a multi-year Trustee recruitment process, in close partnership with members of the executive leadership team and Board and Committee leadership
Build, manage, and track a robust pipeline of potential Board candidates (with input and in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders), including by understanding and drawing on existing BMCHS networks and other external sources
Research and identify potential new Trustees who are aligned with BMC Health System’s strategic direction, mission, and values
Serve in many cases as the first point of contact for prospective Trustees, articulating the organization’s strategic vision and assessing mutual interest and fit
Develop tailored engagement cases for potential Board candidates and oversee the sequencing of outreach to optimize executive and Board member time
Partner closely with the Office of Development to ensure coordination on Trustee identification and outreach
Act as a key internal and external point of contact on Board-related matters
Proactively manage, coordinate, help develop/draft, and track Board communications and relationship-building efforts
Serve as a trusted resource and strategic advisor to Board members to ensure an engaged, informed, and cohesive Board culture
Help coordinate the many touchpoints between the BMC Health System and the Trustees to ensure a positive experience as Trustees engage with the organization. Proactively consider the interests and manage the progression of each Trustee
Think strategically about what agenda items, topics and decisions should be brought to which parts of the governance structure, including the sequencing of engagement. Review and coordinate the development of materials to ensure that they cover the right information at the right level of detail to match the audience
Support the regular board evaluation and periodic governance refresh process, working closely with executive leadership and Board committees
Design and implement comprehensive onboarding plans for new Trustees
Develop, maintain, and update Trustee orientation materials and governance resources
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Public Administration, Health Administration, Business, or related field preferred
Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience; experience in management consulting, executive communications, nonprofit/healthcare administration, philanthropic development / stewardship, client management, and/or Board relations
Demonstrated experience engaging with executive-level stakeholders, Board members, or Trustees
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Strong project management and tracking systems experience; detail-oriented and process-driven
Preferred
Master's degree in Public Administration, Health Administration, Business, or related field
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pharmacy
Discretionary annual bonuses
Merit increases
Flexible Spending Accounts
403(b) savings matches
Paid time off
Career advancement opportunities
Resources to support employee and family well-being
Company
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$342.49MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)The Boston Foundation
2024-07-09Grant· $0.06M
2023-02-23Debt Financing· $232M
2019-04-23Grant· $89M
Leadership Team
David Beck
Senior Vice President & Chief Legal Counsel
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