Seventh-day Adventist Kinship, International, Inc.

Purpose: The President shall serve as Chief Executive Officer of the corporation.

Qualifications: The President shall have previously served at least two years on the Board, preferably within the last five years.

Major responsibilities:

• Represent the corporation in dealing with other corporations and businesses, including the signing of contracts
• Sit in an ex officio capacity, without vote, on all committees except the Nominating Committee
• Coordinate and chair membership meetings, Board meetings, and Executive Committee meetings, when present
• Maintain communication with the Board between meetings
• Report regularly to the membership
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The President shall be elected in odd-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Vice President shall assist the President in her or his duties.

Qualifications: The Vice President shall have previously served at least two years on the Board, preferably within the last five years.

Major responsibilities:

• Perform the functions of the President in the event of her/his absence, unavailability, or inability to perform the duties of the office
• Chair the Member Services Committee
• Perform other duties as designated by the President
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Vice President shall be elected in even-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Secretary shall ensure that records of all the business of Kinship are kept and maintained.

Qualifications: Must be a Regular Member at least twenty-five years of age, must have been a member for at least one year, and must possess a college degree, certificate, or its equivalent as determined by the Board.

Major responsibilities:

• Ensure that records of all the business of Kinship are kept and maintained, minutes of the meetings of the Board and the membership meetings, and business correspondence
• Maintain a current Leadership Directory
• Ensure that proper notice is given as required
• Chair the Governance Committee
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Secretary shall be elected in odd-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Treasurer shall serve as Chief Financial Officer of the corporation.

Qualifications: The Treasurer shall have at least two years’ professional experience in the field of finance or accounting.

Major responsibilities:

• Ensure that accurate financial records are maintained, and oversee collections, billings, disbursements, and receipts
• Oversee and ensure the preparation and timely filing of all required local, state, and federal forms
• Provide to the membership, through an official publication, an accounting of all finances and proposed major expenditures
• Ensure the preparation of an annual budget within the time frame established by the Board
• Make any financial records available to the Board for inspection at all reasonable times
• Chair the Finance Committee
• Serve as a member of the Finance and Kampmeeting Committees
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Treasurer shall be elected in even-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Director of Church Relations shall act as the chief liaison between Kinship and the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Qualifications: The Director of Church Relations shall be a current member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, and shall preferably have been employed by the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Major responsibilities:

• Monitor or facilitate monitoring the affairs of the Seventh-day Adventist church and report regularly to the President and/or the Board and/or the organization’s newsletter
• Assist the Director of Kampmeeting with the identification and procurement of clergy for Kampmeeting participation, and assist with their education and preparation
• Maintain a list of, and keep in contact with, clergy who have attended Kampmeeting and with other clergy and denominational employees who are supportive of Kinship
• Act as a conduit for communication with the Seventh-day Adventist Church
• Serve on the Kampmeeting Committee
• Chair the Advisory Council and facilitate communication between the Board and the Council
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Director of Church Relations shall be elected in odd-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Director of Communications shall oversee and coordinate the organization’s communication efforts.

Qualifications: The Director of Communications shall have at least one year of applied experience in some area of the communication field.

Major responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the organization’s communication strategies, including any internet sites and all printed and electronic channels, including social media platforms
• Work to promote Kinship’s purposes and objectives as described in the Mission Statement and Vision Statement
• Oversee the planning, design, and maintenance of a public relations strategy to promote visibility of the activities of the organization
• Oversee the preparation, production, proofreading, publication, and distribution of any official corporate publications, while adhering to any policies, procedures, and budget established by the Board
• Establish and enforce the specifications of the SDA Kinship logo
• Chair the Communications Committee and serve on the Technology Sub-committee and Publications Sub-committee
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Director of Communications shall be elected in even-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Director of Development shall serve to help keep SDA Kinship financially sound by overseeing fundraising activities and developing relationships with volunteers and donors.

Qualifications: The Director of Development shall have at least one year of applied experience in some area of the communication field.

Major responsibilities:

• Develop strategies to secure grants; solicit individual or corporate donations; or organize fundraising activities, such as social events, telemarketing, direct mail, or sponsorships
• Create, maintain, and manage donor database for fundraising purposes
• Work with the Communications Team to plan advertising, public relations, and promotions so as to keep SDA Kinship visible to make it easier to obtain donations
• Advise and assist the Executive Committee in regard to fundraising strategies and campaigns
• Chair the Development Committee
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year.

Length of term: Two years. The Director of Development shall be elected in even-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Director of Women’s Interests shall serve as an advocate for women’s issues and concerns within the organization.

Qualifications: The Director of Women’s Interests shall be a female elected by the female members.

Major responsibilities:

• Assist in the facilitation of networking and encourage and support participation among women members
• Organize, facilitate, or delegate activities to implement the above
• Advise and assist the Director of Communications in regard to outreach to women
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year

Length of term: Two years. The Director of Women’s Interests shall be elected in odd-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.

Purpose: The Director of Youth Interests shall serve as an advocate for youth issues and concerns within the organization.

Qualifications: The Director of Youth Interests must be at least twenty-one years of age and must have been a member for at least one year. The Director of Youth Interests shall be elected by those members who are under the age of thirty.

Major responsibilities:

• Facilitate networking and encourage and support participation among the organization’s youth, defined as those members under thirty years of age
• Organize, facilitate, or delegate activities to implement the above
• Advise and assist the Director of Communications in regard to outreach to youth
• Submit to the Board an annual work plan identifying the specific activities and collaborative ventures to be carried out during the forthcoming fiscal year.

Length of term: Two years. The Director of Youth Interests shall be elected in even-numbered years.

Meetings and time commitment:

• The board of directors meets annually during Kampmeeting for a 3-hour session, and in the Fall and Spring. The latter meetings typically take place over a weekend.
• Committees of the board meet according to their respective work agenda.

Expectations of board members and leadership staff:

• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall perform their duties in good faith, in a manner they believe to be in the best interests of Kinship and with such care, including responsible inquiry, as is appropriate under the circumstances.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff are expected to attend regular Board meetings. Failure to attend more than two such meetings consecutively may be cause for removal.
• The Board may define additional duties for any Director or Leadership Staff in addition to those listed in the Bylaws.
• All Directors and Leadership Staff shall follow the position descriptions, policies, and procedures set forth by the Board.