Volunteer Board Member - Restless Development Zambia

About the role

Restless Development Zambia is a youth-focused non-profit working with young people and communities across five thematic areas: democracy, governance and civic participation; youth livelihoods and economic empowerment; gender and education; climate justice; and sexual and reproductive health and rights. It is governed by an independent National Board that provides strategic leadership, oversight and accountability. This is a voluntary position for a member of the Zambia National Board.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership by guiding the organisation's strategic direction and supporting the implementation of its strategy and priorities in Zambia.
• Provide governance oversight, including supporting the appointment of the Hub Director, overseeing organisational performance and ensuring compliance with values, policies and statutory obligations.
• Provide financial oversight by reviewing annual budgets, financial performance, statutory compliance and audited financial statements.
• Use members' professional networks to strengthen partnerships with government, development partners, the private sector and other stakeholders.
• Support resource mobilisation by opening doors to funding opportunities, giving strategic advice and promoting the organisation's long-term sustainability.
• Attend four quarterly Board meetings and the Annual Board Away Day, plus any additional meetings convened.
• Serve on one of the Board's standing sub-committees (Programmes and Operations, People, Safeguarding and Governance, or Risk and Audit).
• Give strategic guidance to the Hub Director and Leadership Team between meetings, act as an ambassador, represent the organisation at selected events and prepare thoroughly for meetings.

Required profile

• Strong professional experience and a good understanding of the Zambian development landscape.
• Strategic thinking, sound judgement, integrity and a willingness to give time, knowledge and experience.
• Commitment to accountability, transparency and ethical leadership.
• Experience on governing boards, audit or finance committees, or senior leadership teams in the public, private or non-profit sector is particularly encouraged.

Preferred expertise

• Risk management and audit
• Finance and accounting
• Legal and corporate governance
• Resource mobilisation and strategy

Applications close on 24 August 2026. Applicants submit a CV and a two-page cover letter explaining how their skills and experience fit the Board's needs; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.