Board Member

Position Summary: Board Members serve as ambassadors, advisors, and fiduciaries of Sahar Education. They provide strategic leadership, governance oversight, and financial stewardship to help the organization remain sustainable, ethical, and mission-driven. Board Members work closely with the Executive Director and fellow Board members to strengthen fundraising, support growth, and ensure strong governance. Executive Board members bring their extensive experience in nonprofit and public Board management, personal and professional networks, and fundraising capabilities. Executive Board members advance the mission of Sahar primarily through their ability to generate energy and giving among institutional and family donors. Our Executive Board is critical to building the relationship between Sahar supporters and our program team, partners, and beneficiaries. Advisory Board members bring their expertise in the Afghanistan context and history, education, and international development. Advisory Board members advance the mission of Sahar primarily through their deep involvement in and support of Sahar’s committees, such as our Program Committee and Marketing Committee. Our Advisory Board brings Sahar’s strategy to life by empowering our staff and program partners to design and deliver relevant and innovative programs that reflect the ground reality of Afghanistan.