Board of Governors Recruitment

Open positions for the Project 90 by 2030 Board of Governors

About Project 90 by 2030 (https://90by2030.org.za/)

Project 90 by 2030 was established in 2007 and is a social and environmental justice organisation inspiring and mobilising South African society towards a sustainably developed and equitable low-carbon future.

We work with stakeholders and decision makers to identify policies and actions that support climate justice; with a specific focus on developing environmental leadership in our youth, and increasing people’s ability to engage government – through active public participation – to address climate change, energy poverty, and the social injustices that intersect in their communities.

Our name is premised on George Monbiot’s book “Heat”, which calls for a 90 % reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by the year 2030, if we are to avoid “catastrophic effects on both humans and ecosystems”.

We are a registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO 123-630) and have Public Beneficiary Organisation status as well. We are a voluntary member of the Independent Code of Governance for Non Profit Organisations in South Africa.

About the Board of Governors
Project 90 by 2030 is a small team of passionate activists and we rely on the support of our Board members to guide us in the strategic decision making and to ensure the organisation subscribes to sound governance practices.

Our Board members are all volunteers and offer their services to the organisation without compensation.

Project 90 by 2030 is inviting nominations for two highly skilled voluntary board members, with fiduciary, legal and/or financial expertise, that can assist with the governance, management and growth of the organisation.

Requirements of Members

Nominees should possess some or all of the following characteristics:

Five (5) years’ experience in organisational or non-profit management;
Commitment to social and environmental justice values and practice;
Proven experience in governance structures and/or executive leadership and fiduciary responsibility.

Level of Commitment of Board Members

The Members will meet virtually or in person at least 3 times per annum. Members may be located anywhere within South Africa, and will not be expected to travel to attend meetings, as a virtual option will always be available. We are however based in Cape Town, so welcome members to be part of our events and workshops.

Nomination Submission Process

Nominations must be submitted https://bit.ly/Project90BoardApplicationForm/ by no later than 12h00 on Tuesday 7th January 2023.

Nominations must include the following:

A brief nomination letter providing motivation for the candidate (the candidate may nominate themselves),
Confirmation of agreement by the candidate to the nomination, if relevant; and
A detailed CV which outlines relevant experience and includes contact details for 2 referees.

Project 90 by 2030 will establish a panel to review nominations, conduct interviews, and make recommendations to the current Board of Directors to make a final decision to appoint. The panel’s recommendations will strive to ensure a balanced representation of skills, individual gender identification and sexual orientation, age, and race. Project 90 reserves the right not to appoint any applicant and no reasons will be given for any such decision.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project 90 Board members undertake to:

Commit the equivalent of at least 5 days of the year on Project 90, made up of 4 board meetings per annum, at least one strategic session and additional support to a specific programme of your choice.
Make a serious commitment to participate actively in Board-related work.
Commit to being a board member for a period of at least 2 years.

The Project 90 board has 3 primary duties:

Take care of Project 90 by 2030 by ensuring prudent use of all assets, including facility, people, and good will; and provide oversight for all activities that advance the non-profit’s effectiveness and sustainability.
Make decisions in the best interest of Project 90 by 2030; not in his or her self-interest.
Ensure that Project 90 by 2030 obeys applicable laws and acts in accordance with ethical practices; that the non-profit adheres to its stated purposes, and that its activities advance its mission.

Reasons to Volunteer on the Project 90 by 2030 Board of Governors

We are passionate about a Just Energy Transition in South Africa and developing youth and community leaders to advocate for real change.
We are an innovative, creative, diverse and supportive team.
We are passionate and we like to debate issues as we believe that some of the best strategies come from rigorous discussions.
We take our governance and accountability seriously.
We celebrate our victories, respond to our learnings and remain curious.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Project 90 by 2030 is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative Board of Governors, ensuring a variety of approaches to the work we do. We value new perspectives, ideas of all sorts, and different ways of working. Diverse perspectives and experiences improve the way we carry out our work — including what we decide to work on and how creatively and effectively we do that.

We do our best to make these positions accessible to all potential candidates, regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, age, physical ability, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or identity. We also strive to include potential members from communities most impacted by climate change or impacted by other kinds of environmental, social, and economic injustice.

If you have suggestions for us on improve the process, we will value your input. Please write to us at info@90by2030.org.za with the subject line ‘Board Member Feedback’.

Find out more about Project 90 by 2030 on:

Website: www.90by2030.org.za

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Project90by2030/

Twitter: @Project90by2030

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/project90by2030_/