Volunteer: Board Opportunity: Communications & Public Relations - Vets Without B
Vets Without Borders Ireland, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Vets Without Borders Ireland (VWBI) is a non-profit organisation supporting small-scale livestock farmers, their families, and communities across the Global South. By strengthening livestock health, welfare, and husbandry practices, VWBI contributes to sustainable livelihoods, food security, and resilient communities. We are in a transitional period and are ambitious for the future of the organisation.
Our values are solidarity, knowledge sharing, collaboration, respect and learning.
The Role VWBI is seeking to appoint a Board Member with expertise in Communications and Public Relations. This individual will play an active role in the governance and strategic direction of the organisation, while providing guidance on communications, public positioning, and reputation management.
This is a strategic, non-executive role focused on oversight, advice, and long-term direction rather than day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities
Contribute actively to board governance, strategy, and decision-making
Provide strategic guidance on communications, public relations, and brand positioning
Advise on external messaging to ensure alignment with VWBI’s mission, values, and strategic goals
Support the organisation in strengthening its public profile, stakeholder engagement, and visibility nationally and internationally
Identify communications opportunities and reputational risks, including issues and crisis communications where relevant
Act as an ambassador for VWBI and support advocacy, partnerships, and fundraising efforts as appropriate
Commitment
Attendance at approximately five board meetings per year
Typically one in-person meeting annually, with remaining meetings held online in the evenings
Willingness to contribute time and expertise between meetings, as needed, in support of VWBI’s work
Board positions are voluntary and unpaid
What We Offer
The opportunity to make a tangible and lasting difference to the lives of people and communities in the Global South
A chance to be instrumental in the development and growth of Vets Without Borders Ireland at national and international levels
Valuable experience in charity governance within a dynamic, values-led organisation
The opportunity to work alongside a committed, multidisciplinary board with shared purpose
Essential Experience, Skills And Personal Qualities
A minimum of five years’ professional experience in communications, public relations, or a related role across the private, non-profit, or public sector
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute at board level
Creativity and the ability to generate fresh ideas and solutions to communications and PR challenges
A strong professional network that can support VWBI’s communications, advocacy, and fundraising objectives
An enquiring mind, sound judgment, and the confidence to challenge constructively
High ethical standards, discretion, and a collaborative approach
Previous Board Experience Is An Advantage, But Not Essential
How to Apply Please apply via the Board Match website or alternatively email your CV and Cover Letter to info@vwbi.ie
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Our values are solidarity, knowledge sharing, collaboration, respect and learning.
The Role VWBI is seeking to appoint a Board Member with expertise in Communications and Public Relations. This individual will play an active role in the governance and strategic direction of the organisation, while providing guidance on communications, public positioning, and reputation management.
This is a strategic, non-executive role focused on oversight, advice, and long-term direction rather than day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities
Contribute actively to board governance, strategy, and decision-making
Provide strategic guidance on communications, public relations, and brand positioning
Advise on external messaging to ensure alignment with VWBI’s mission, values, and strategic goals
Support the organisation in strengthening its public profile, stakeholder engagement, and visibility nationally and internationally
Identify communications opportunities and reputational risks, including issues and crisis communications where relevant
Act as an ambassador for VWBI and support advocacy, partnerships, and fundraising efforts as appropriate
Commitment
Attendance at approximately five board meetings per year
Typically one in-person meeting annually, with remaining meetings held online in the evenings
Willingness to contribute time and expertise between meetings, as needed, in support of VWBI’s work
Board positions are voluntary and unpaid
What We Offer
The opportunity to make a tangible and lasting difference to the lives of people and communities in the Global South
A chance to be instrumental in the development and growth of Vets Without Borders Ireland at national and international levels
Valuable experience in charity governance within a dynamic, values-led organisation
The opportunity to work alongside a committed, multidisciplinary board with shared purpose
Essential Experience, Skills And Personal Qualities
A minimum of five years’ professional experience in communications, public relations, or a related role across the private, non-profit, or public sector
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute at board level
Creativity and the ability to generate fresh ideas and solutions to communications and PR challenges
A strong professional network that can support VWBI’s communications, advocacy, and fundraising objectives
An enquiring mind, sound judgment, and the confidence to challenge constructively
High ethical standards, discretion, and a collaborative approach
Previous Board Experience Is An Advantage, But Not Essential
How to Apply Please apply via the Board Match website or alternatively email your CV and Cover Letter to info@vwbi.ie
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