The Senior Director of Board Affairs & Governance is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing governance operations and board relations for a dual-entity nonprofit organization consisting of a 501(c)(6) membership association and a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation.

This leader serves as the primary liaison to two governing boards (28-member C6 Board and 5-member C3 Board), advising executive leadership and board officers on best practices of Board management and effectiveness. The role ensures seamless board operations, strengthens governance infrastructure, and supports mission-driven decision-making at the highest level. This role will have matrix reporting and responsibilities with legal re: governance and compliance, and board effectiveness.

Note: This position is considered Hybrid and will need to commute to ACOG's office located in Washington, D.C.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position does have direct supervisory responsibilities, which may include serving as a coach and mentor for those they supervise.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Board Governance & Strategy

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Chief of Staff, and Board leadership on governance practices, trends, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee governance frameworks for both the C6 and C3 entities, ensuring alignment with bylaws, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead ongoing evaluation and enhancement of governance structures, board effectiveness, and committee performance.
• Provide strategic support on board composition, succession planning, and board development.

Board Operations & Management

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all aspects of board and committee operations for both entities, including:
  • Annual board calendars
  • Meeting planning and logistics (in-person and virtual)
  • Preparation and distribution of board materials
  • Ensure high-quality, timely, and strategically aligned board communications.
  • Maintain accurate and complete board records, minutes, and official governance documentation.

Dual-Entity Compliance & Oversight in partnership with Legal

• Ensure compliance with nonprofit governance regulations for both C3 and C6 entities.
• Monitor and manage conflicts of interest, disclosures, and governance risk.
• Maintain and update bylaws, governance policies, and board charters.

Board & Committee Engagement

• Support board chairs, officers, and committee leaders in driving engagement and effectiveness.
• Design onboarding and continuing education programs for board members.
• Facilitate board retreats, strategy sessions, and governance workshops.
• Foster strong relationships with board members to ensure high levels of engagement and accountability.

Executive Support & Leadership Partnership

• Act as a key partner to the CEO and executive leadership team on board-facing strategy and communications.
• Translate organizational strategy into board-level insights and materials.
• Support executive leadership in anticipating board needs and positioning decisions for approval.

Team Leadership & Infrastructure

• Provide leadership, direction, and professional development for the Board Affairs staff, establishing departmental goals, priorities and performance expectations.
• Ensure optimization of board management systems and tools.
• Establish and continuously improve processes, templates, and governance resources.
• Develop and manage the Board Affairs budget and related resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisor and leadership skills.
• Ability to take abstract ideas or situations and convert them into operational goals and metrics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or other related software.
• Familiarity with governance risk and compliance frameworks.
• Ability to travel.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Must have budget management experience.
• Experience in healthcare, medical associations, or membership organizations.
• Experience managing large boards (20+) and multi-board structures.
• Experience leading board transformation or governance modernization initiatives.