The 2025 Nominating Committee, led by Board members Kristen Hecht and Sultana Ali, invites UNA-NCA members to submit names of candidates, including themselves, for vacant officer and at-large positions on the UNA-NCA Board of Directors.
UNA-NCA's bylaws stipulate that each member who has been in good standing for the preceding year should be allowed to submit the name of any member in good standing for nomination for any vacant office or membership on the Board of Directors. We invite your suggestions for nominees for the positions listed below. Please submit all nominations to the form below.
The Nominating Committee seeks candidates who include, but are not limited to, stakeholders from corporate, philanthropic, government, foreign policy, international relations and academic leadership. UNA-NCA also invites nominations from individuals with backgrounds in human resources management and who have experience in developing workplace policies, benefits, talent development, and retention.
The committee seeks nominees who bring diverse perspectives and represent attributes across many dimensions, including race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, education, socioeconomic class, and geographic region. Nominees must reside in UNA-NCA’s geographic jurisdiction (DC, Maryland, or northern Virginia). UNA-NCA seeks to create a balance of individuals on the Board of Directors who are already engaged with the organization (e.g., committee members and leaders, volunteers, supporters, etc.) and those who may be able to offer outside perspectives, experiences, and expertise.
The election results will be presented at the Annual Membership Meeting in June 2025 after consideration by the Nominating Committee and voting on by UNA-NCA’s membership.
Officers (two-year term, primary responsibilities listed in the section below, and position descriptions are available here):
- Vice Chair of Communications
- Vice Chair of Development
- Vice Chair of Finance & Treasurer
- Vice Chair of Strategy & Operations
- Vice Chair of Young Professionals
- Student Representative (one-year term)
Members-at-large of the Board of Directors (three-year term, primary responsibilities listed in section below): 4-6 positions open
Primary Responsibilities
The Officers (UNA-NCA Executive Committee) meet every other month. They are expected to commit 5-10 hours a week to the organization. The Officers and Directors-at-large are expected to attend and participate in Board of Directors meetings (minimum of four per year). To promote accessibility and inclusion, meetings of the Executive Committee and Board of Directors are held at lunch time in-person with options for virtual participation.
According to the bylaws, Board members define the strategic direction for UNA-NCA to fulfill financial and managerial oversight responsibilities, volunteer time to UNA-NCA Committees, recruit members, help to identify new donors and partners, assist in fundraising, and make annual gifts that represent a significant and meaningful commitment, with full appreciation for the person's financial ability and other obligations.
The Board adopted an annual contribution policy of $500 ($200 from each member and $300 “give or get”). This policy enables every Board member to be recognized as a Global Citizen in the UNA-NCA Annual Report. The governance committee will consider board participation and compliance with this policy.
Benefits of Serving on UNA-NCA’s Board of Directors
- Advocate for a strong US-UN relationship at the time of the UN's 80th anniversary
- Expand your network of international affairs professionals and develop lasting relationships with board members through meetings, retreats, events, and social activities
- Leverage your skills and expertise to drive meaningful change on critical issues like human rights, sustainable development, and gender equity
- Grow professionally and gain leadership experience with the most active UNA-USA chapter
- Access exclusive opportunities available only to UNA-NCA’s members and leaders
Know someone who would be a great fit? Nominate them — or yourself — today!
Directions for Incumbents
Because UNA-NCA elects officers in alternating years, there are many positions where the incumbent is either completing a term or can remain in office for another term if reelected. Current members of our Board of Directors who are eligible for a second term are asked to complete the nomination form to confirm their continued interest in the position. For current members of our Board of Directors who are completing their second term, Article IV of our bylaws indicate:
“Any Board member who serves two full consecutive three-year terms shall be ineligible for reelection as an at-large member until a year has elapsed after the expiration of the second three-year term unless that Board member is a member of the Executive Committee of the Organization. Any Board member who has served two consecutive three-year terms may be reelected to fill a position as an officer of the Organization.”
