Apply to CAPAL’s Board of Directors

Sep 26, 2012 0 Comment Post By:CAPAL.org
Join CAPAL’s board to broaden your skills and work with a highly motivated team of young professionals interested in building leadership and public policy knowledge among the APA community. You will have the opportunity to lead teams and execute exciting programming that will educate and inspire the next generation of APA leaders. Read more about our programs and look at our upcoming and past events from our home page.

Apply to CAPAL’s Board of Directors
Andrew

CAPAL brings together a diverse group of energetic and talented young professionals who otherwise might never have had the opportunity to work together. It’s a special experience being part of a board that’s far more than the sum of its parts and pushes forward the cause of APA leadership further than any of us could individually. As a newcomer to Washington, I couldn’t have found a better way to dive into APA efforts and forge a sense of genuine community.

Ask me about: Leadership positions on the Board

Caroline

CAPAL gave me a great opportunity to shine. Not only was I able to utilize my work skills to promote the mission, but I was able to incorporate my own ideas to surpass a goal that I had only imagined in the beginning of the year.

Ask me about: The APA Heritage Ball

Mariko

What is great about being on the Board is that I can be part of the APA community outside of my day job and work towards a great mission. This year it has not only allowed me to develop long lasting friendships and learn more about the importance of leadership in the APA community, but has also given me the opportunity to manage projects and work with a variety of people. There is no doubt that what I learn in my time on CAPAL’s Board will be an asset to me in the future.

Ask me about: Developing transition plans for non-profits

Why you should join
Join CAPAL’s board to broaden your skills and work with a highly motivated team of young professionals interested in building leadership and public policy knowledge among the APA community. You will have the opportunity to lead teams and execute exciting programming that will educate and inspire the next generation of APA leaders.
How to apply
Apply online:
We are accepting applications online, click here and follow the directions to complete the application
Priority deadline:
October 1, 2012
Regular deadline:
October 15, 2012
Application requirements:
1. Resume
2. Statement of intent (500 words):
Explain why you would like to join the CAPAL Board
3. Skills and programming preference:
Will be collected after an initial review of your application
FAQ
How much commitment does it take?
Every single Board member contributes time, energy, and passion to carry out the mission of our organization. The time commitment will vary throughout the year. Hours may range from a few hours to a over dozen hours a week, depending on the projects you sign up for and time of the year. We realize that some Board members may be more available than others and are respectful of everyone’s professional and personal time outside of CAPAL. Because the Board is a team of all volunteers, we are looking for young professionals who strongly believe in the CAPAL mission and willing to work collaboratively to carry out this mission.
Are all your activities during non-business hours?
The majority of our events are during non-business hours; however, there may be events or business meetings, such as the AAPI Leadership Roundtable Series or meetings with sponsors, that occur during the lunch hour. Since we are all working professionals, activities during business hours are primarily done on an as-available, volunteer basis. We also plan to continue employing a full-time Public Service Fellow to help us staff daytime activities.
Who reviews the 500-word statement?
The current Board reviews the entire application, including the personal statement. We put a lot of effort in matching candidates to the roles that are available and in ensuring that the new Board members are able to get the most out of the CAPAL experience. The statement allows us to understand your level of commitment and priorities.
Who should I contact with additional questions?
Email us at applications@capal.org
Can I meet the board?
We hosted a happy hour on Wednesday September 26th, and we hope you were able to join us at The Board Room in Dupont. If you didn’t get a chance to join us then, find out more about the current Board and our Advisors here. Feel free to email us at applications@capal.org with specific questions.