Apply for a Soroptimist International Committee Role

Soroptimist International (SI) has approved a new, more inclusive Board and Committee structure, launching January 1, 2026. This new structure expands opportunities for members from all Federations to participate and contribute at the international level.

Members of SIA are invited to apply to serve on one of SI’s global committees.

All committees meet virtually, typically once per month, with meeting times rotated to ensure fair access across time zones. Please note: all candidates must be able to speak English, per SI policy. If your skills and experience align with one of the available positions, please click here to submit your resume and cover letter.

Please view a list of open positions below:

Governance and Risk Management Committee

Primary Focus: Governance oversight and continuous improvement.

Key Tasks:

Review and propose amendments to governance policies and by-laws.
Support Board and committee member recruitment, orientation, and development.
Maintain and improve the efficiency of SI’s governance processes and Board operations.
Ensure compliance with governance best practices and with relevant UK laws and regulations.
Oversee conflict of interest / Code of Conduct / management and Board evaluation processes (e.g., Annual Board Assessment Survey, Board Meeting Evaluation Surveys, and Mid-Year Board Skills Assessment Survey).
Identify key governance topics and deliver training to Directors and Position Holders, including the Annual Governance Topic Meeting.

Composition of Committee:

SI Director of Governance and Risk Management
SI Procedural Consultant
5 Committee members (one from each Federation)
SI President, SI President Elect, or Immediate Past President shall serve as an ex-officio member
Note: The SI Director of Governance may appoint a Committee Chair, subject to confirmation by the SI Board.

Term of Office:
The term of office for Committee members shall be for a period of two years, with the possibility of re-appointment by the appropriate selection panel for a further two years.
(Reference SI Bylaws 10.5.2)

Skills and Experience Required:

Knowledge and experience with governance best practices and legal standards
Knowledge and experience with Soroptimist organizational structure and best practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Outcomes:

Board members have proper training and mentoring to be effective and productive in governance matters.
SI complies with governance best practices and legal standards.
SI Bylaws, policies, and manuals are up-to-date, aligned with UK law, and supported by the SI Board.
Board and Committees function effectively, meeting compliance requirements.
Directors, Committee members, and key leaders receive quality governance training and mentoring.
Governance processes are transparent, consistent, and contribute to achieving SI’s strategic objectives.

Finance Committee

Primary Focus: Financial stewardship and sustainability.

Key Tasks:

Prepare and monitor SI & SIF’s annual budgets and financial statements.
Oversee financial controls, end-of-year reviews, and risk management.
Review and advise the Board on investments, reserves, and financial policy.
Support fundraising and resource mobilization efforts.
Assist with increasing revenue and minimizing costs.
Advise the Board on financial strategy and sustainability.

Composition of Committee:

SI Director of Finance / SI Treasurer (Chair)
SI Global Executive Director
5 Committee members (one from each Federation)
SI President, SI President Elect, or Immediate Past President shall serve as an ex-officio member
Note: The SI Director of Finance/Treasurer may appoint a Committee Chair, subject to confirmation by the SI Board.

Term of Office:
The term of office for Committee members shall be for a period of two years, with the possibility of re-appointment by the appropriate selection panel for a further two years.
(Reference SI Bylaws 10.5.2)

Skills and Experience Required:

Business or non-profit financial experience in a managerial capacity
Experience at club, region/union, and/or federation as treasurer
Experience at Federation Board level is advantageous
Ability to interpret and extract relevant information from reports generated from accounting software
Knowledge of investments, banking, and foreign exchange
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel
Understanding of budgeting and financial planning

Outcomes:

Director of Finance/Treasurer report to each Board meeting highlighting key facts.
Management accounts for each quarter are provided to the Board.
Quarterly reporting on investment performance.
Annual budget monitored and reported each quarter.
Annual unaudited financial statements and independent account review reports for SI and SI Foundation.
Accurate and up-to-date Finance Manual for SI.
Accurate and up-to-date finance section of the SIF Manual.
Biannual review of internal controls and annual review of all financial policies for SI and SIF.

Global Impact Committee

Primary Focus: Impact measurement and program effectiveness.

Key Tasks:

Monitor and evaluate the implementation of SI’s Global Impact Strategy.
Review Federation reports on program outcomes and achievements.
Develop tools and indicators to measure impact across Federations.
Provide recommendations to the SI Board on program priorities.
Highlight best practices and innovative projects for sharing across the organization.

Composition of Committee:

SI Director of Advocacy (Chair)
SI Global Policy Advisor
10 Committee members (two from each Federation – one regular member, one "under 40" member)
SI President, SI President Elect, or Immediate Past President shall serve as an ex-officio member
Note: The SI Director of Advocacy may appoint a Committee Chair, subject to confirmation by the SI Board.

Term of Office:
The term of office for Committee members shall be for a period of two years, with the possibility of re-appointment by the appropriate selection panel for a further two years.
(Reference SI Bylaws 10.5.2)

Skills and Experience Required:

Knowledge of program evaluation and impact assessment
Experience with international development or nonprofit project management
Analytical skills and familiarity with data collection methods
Understanding of SI’s mission and programs

Outcomes:

Comprehensive reporting on SI’s global program impact.
Evidence-based recommendations to strengthen SI’s program strategy.
Increased visibility of Federation achievements globally.
Stronger alignment of global programs with SI’s strategic objectives.

Soroptimist International Foundation Committee

Primary Focus: Oversight of the SI Foundation, fundraising, and grant-making.

Key Tasks:

Manage SI Foundation fundraising strategy and initiatives.
Oversee distribution of funds to SI projects and initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate funded projects for impact and compliance.
Cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and sponsors.
Report on Foundation activities and outcomes to the SI Board and stakeholders.

Composition of Committee:

SI Director Foundation
SI Director of Finance / SI Treasurer
SI Global Executive Director
5 Committee members (one from each Federation)
SI President, SI President Elect, or Immediate Past President shall serve as an ex-officio member
Note: The SI Director Foundation may appoint a Committee Chair, subject to confirmation by the SI Board.

Term of Office:
The term of office for Committee members shall be for a period of two years, with the possibility of re-appointment by the appropriate selection panel for a further two years.
(Reference SI Bylaws 10.5.2)

Skills and Experience Required: