Management and Governance
Problems will come; that's guaranteed.
In many cases, the relationship between the board of directors and the nonprofit can become a major source of difficulty. The two roles of management and governance encompass different tasks: In the management role, board members strive to ensure the success of the organization while the governance role focuses on the goal protection of the public interest.
Navigating the board-staff relationship can be especially tricky. In a governing role, the board must stand above staff and act as boss. However, within the management role, board members support and assist staff-led work. Governance shouldn't be mistaken for close supervision of management; the challenge is to successfully accomplish both roles.
How do nonprofits achieve this balance? The first step is for a nonprofit board is the acknowledgment and understanding of the relationship and the need to perform both roles effectively. Proper management and governance will help a nonprofit avoid becoming another case of good intentions rendered ineffective.
Managing and governing a nonprofit becomes infinitely easier when you create a culture of outstanding leadership.
How do nonprofits achieve this balance? The first step is for a nonprofit board is the acknowledgment and understanding of the relationship and the need to perform both roles effectively. Proper management and governance will help a nonprofit avoid becoming another case of good intentions rendered ineffective.
Managing and governing a nonprofit becomes infinitely easier when you create a culture of outstanding leadership.
You will find material's on the following:
- Organizing Documents
- Board of Directors
- Founder(s)
- Legal Advisers
- Chief Advisers/Peers
- Committees: Fundraising, Budget & Finance,
Nominating, Ad Hoc or Program - President/CEO
- Executive Staff: CFO, COO, CDO, CMO, CTO, HR
- Core Departments
- Core Programs
- Branding
- Support Staff
- Properties
- Equipment
Typical Problem Areas
- Effective Leadership and Board Oversight
- Consistent Core Values
- Legal Landmines
- Succession Plans
- Founder/President/CEO Involved in Too Many Tasks
- Ability to Pay for Effective Leadership
- Managerial Training Programs / Tools
- Constructive Confrontation
- Managing Diverse Personnel
- Leasing vs. Owning Property
- Correct Size of the Organization
- Hardware and Software Issues