Opportunity: Board Members (Volunteer Positions)
Organisation
Help Lesotho
Overview
Be a catalyst for change and ignite hope by joining the Help Lesotho Board of Directors.
Help Lesotho invites mission-driven leaders to join its volunteer Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting in November 2026. The organisation is a bi-national registered NGO in Canada and Lesotho, dedicated to youth empowerment, mental health, and international development.
As a Board member, you will contribute to shaping an organisation that has engaged, trained, and empowered more than 365,000 individuals in rural communities across Lesotho, creating a critical mass of social change agents.
Areas of Interest
The organisation is particularly interested in candidates with experience in:
- International cooperation
- Fundraising and donor engagement
- Board governance
Applications are encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds, reflecting a commitment to cultural and generational diversity.
About Help Lesotho
Help Lesotho works alongside community leaders to support mental health, gender equity, and leadership development. Programmes are holistic, evidence-informed, and rooted in resilience.
The organisation operates through a grassroots, community-led model, supported by a local Basotho team of 40 staff members, 80% of whom are alumni of its programmes.
Over 21 years, Help Lesotho has:
- Built programmes grounded in local empowerment and accountability
- Engaged over 365,000 individuals
- Trained more than 59,000 graduates, including youth, grandmothers, and community leaders
- Raised over CAD 30 million from global partners, including UNICEF, GIZ, and UNFPA
- Been accredited by Imagine Canada since 2014 for accountability and transparency
Role of the Board
The Board provides strategic leadership and governance to ensure the organisation remains mission-driven, financially sustainable, and impactful.
Board members:
- Provide fiduciary oversight and approve policies aligned with organisational values
- Help shape and guide strategic direction
- Contribute expertise, perspectives, and leadership
Board terms are three (3) years, with a maximum of nine (9) years. Executive Officers and Committee Chairs serve two-year terms. Board positions are voluntary and unpaid.
Board Member Expectations
Board members are expected to:
- Promote and champion Help Lesotho within their networks
- Attend and actively participate in 5–8 virtual Board meetings per year (Mondays, 12:00–14:00 EST)
- Participate in an annual full-day Board Retreat (in-person or hybrid)
- Serve on at least one Board Committee (Finance & Audit, HR, or Governance)
- Sign a declaration agreeing to fiduciary duties and organisational policies
- Make an annual financial contribution meaningful to them
While not mandatory, Board members are encouraged to visit Lesotho to experience programme impact firsthand.
Benefits of Joining
Joining the Board provides the opportunity to:
- Contribute to meaningful social change
- Support youth leadership and community resilience
- Influence mental health outcomes and development initiatives
- Be part of a transformative and impactful organisation
How to Apply
Submit your Expression of Interest and resume via the online application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for virtual interviews by the Governance Committee.
For enquiries or to speak to an existing Board member, contact: [email protected]
Note
Help Lesotho thanks all applicants for their interest.