Job Description
Executive Governance Coach / Nonprofit Board Governance Consultant
Description:
Seeking an experienced Executive Governance Coach / Nonprofit Board Governance Consultant to support executive leaders and nonprofit organizations in strengthening board governance practices, executive leadership effectiveness, and organizational accountability.
This role is ideal for a seasoned nonprofit executive, governance strategist, executive coach, or board development consultant who has deep experience working with nonprofit leadership teams, Boards of Directors, and executive-level stakeholders.
The consultant will provide coaching, strategic guidance, governance advisory support, and leadership development focused on nonprofit board management, fiduciary responsibilities, executive-board relationships, governance communication, and organizational sustainability.
- Key Responsibilities:â¨â˘ Facilitate one-on-one executive coaching sessionsâ¨â˘ Support nonprofit leaders in managing Board of Directors relationshipsâ¨â˘ Advise on governance structures, committee operations, and accountability systemsâ¨â˘ Assist with board communication strategies and executive reportingâ¨â˘ Support strategic planning alignment between executive leadership and boardsâ¨â˘ Provide guidance around difficult board dynamics and governance conflictâ¨â˘ Assist with board retreat preparation and governance facilitationâ¨â˘ Review governance workflows, policies, and leadership structuresâ¨â˘ Help strengthen executive presence and leadership communication in governance settings
- Ideal Candidate Qualifications:â¨â˘ Experience serving in nonprofit executive leadership, governance, or board advisory rolesâ¨â˘ Strong understanding of nonprofit governance best practices and fiduciary responsibilitiesâ¨â˘ Experience coaching executive leaders or senior management teamsâ¨â˘ Excellent facilitation, communication, and strategic thinking skillsâ¨â˘ Experience with organizational development, leadership development, or board engagement strategyâ¨â˘ Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive leadership environmentsâ¨â˘ Preferred: Experience supporting nonprofits, foundations, education organizations, or mission-driven institutions
- Preferred Backgrounds:â¨â˘ Executive Coachâ¨â˘ Former Executive Director or CEOâ¨â˘ Nonprofit Governance Consultantâ¨â˘ Board Development Specialistâ¨â˘ Organizational Development Consultantâ¨â˘ HR/Leadership Strategy Consultant
Project Type: Contract / Consulting
Project Scope: Executive Coaching + Governance Advisory Support