Board Member Director of Benefits

• Elected by Shareholders or Board: As part of the board of directors, this position is filled through election, indicating a requirement for the trust and endorsement of either the shareholders or the board members.
• Governance Leadership: Plays a key role in shaping the organization's governance, strategic direction, and policy-making.
• Representation: Acts as a key representative of the organization in external engagements, partnerships, and public relations activities.
• Board Collaboration: Works closely with other board members, including the Executive Director, to ensure cohesive leadership and decision-making.
• Mission Alignment: Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization's mission, values, and community impact objectives.
• Strategic Planning: Contributes to the strategic planning process, helping to set long-term goals and strategies for the organization.

• Understanding of Food Systems: Deep knowledge of equitable food systems, urban agriculture, and social enterprise, reflecting Dreaming Out Loud's focus on rebuilding community-based food systems.
• Experience in Social Enterprise: Proven track record in leading social enterprises, particularly those involved in food, agriculture, or related sectors, to create economic opportunities for marginalized communities.
• Community Engagement: Experience working with marginalized communities, particularly in urban settings, and a demonstrated ability to engage with diverse community stakeholders.
• Advocacy and Policy Engagement: Active involvement in food policy and advocacy, aiming to address systemic inequalities and promote food sovereignty and community self-determination.
• Economic Empowerment: Background in developing programs that support entrepreneurs, especially in the food sector, and initiatives that provide training for sustainable, family-supporting wages.

• Commitment to Equity: A strong dedication to social justice, particularly regarding food justice, racial equity, and economic empowerment of marginalized communities.
• Visionary Leadership: The ability to envision and implement innovative solutions that align with Dreaming Out Louds mission of creating integrated pipelines to jobs, economic opportunity, and community wealth-building using the food system as a catalyst.
• Collaborative Spirit: A willingness to work with other organizations, community members, and government entities to amplify impact and advocate for systemic change.
• Cultural Competency: Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic dynamics of the Anacostia community and other similar urban settings, promoting an inclusive and respectful approach to community engagement and empowerment.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Flexibility to navigate the challenges of working within systemic constraints and the ability to persist in the face of obstacles, leveraging opportunities for advocacy and policy change

Flexible work from home options available.