Board Member Job Description Template for Nonprofits

The Board is the Organization’s ultimate legal authority within its governance structure, but it can only act through majority consensus of its individual Board members who are charged with making decisions in the best interests of the Organization and its Constituents. 
 
The Organization’s Board members are expected to uphold the highest duty under the law – that of a fiduciary. Through individual adherence to the role and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description, Board members help to foster a highly effective Board and a well-governed organization.