Board of Trustees at This Ability

About the Role

This Ability seeks committed Board of Trustees members to provide strategic leadership and oversight to the Trust's mission and programs. Trustees will safeguard the organization's values, vision, and financial sustainability while ensuring compliance with Kenyan laws, global best practices, and donor requirements. Board members will serve as ambassadors for the Trust, mobilizing resources and fostering strategic partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Governance & Strategy

• Approve strategic plans, budgets, and annual reports
• Guide the alignment of Mama Siri, Paza, and Skills within the Trust's mission
• Oversee risk management, compliance, and organizational performance

Financial Oversight

• Ensure effective use of funds and transparency in financial reporting
• Review audited accounts and approve financial policies
• Support resource mobilization through networks, introductions, and advocacy

Advocacy & Representation

• Represent the Trust in key national, regional, and global forums
• Champion disability inclusion and rights-based approaches
• Promote partnerships with donors, governments, private sector, and civil society

Support to Management

• Recruit, support, and review performance of the Program Manager
• Provide mentorship and expertise to the management team when required

Board Composition

The Board will comprise 5–7 members with the following characteristics:

• Majority representation of women with disabilities
• Diversity in geography, age, and lived experience
• Expertise in areas including: Disability Rights, SRHR/GBV, Law, Finance, ICT/Data, Governance, Philanthropy, Social Enterprise, Venture Philanthropy, and Impact Investment

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the rights of women and girls with disabilities
• Leadership experience in governance, nonprofit management, or business
• Good standing with no history of financial or ethical misconduct
• Willingness to serve as a Board member