Page 10 - Board Roles and Responsibilities Assessment

Introduction: The results presented in Sections 2-3 indicate a gap in knowledge relating to best practices in board governance among respondents. It is recommended that the Chapter engage in training and education to develop a fundamental understanding of non-profit board governance.
2. Agreement on function responsibility though not aligned with best practices (10% of functions)
• Ensure mission is aligned with Board 21.43% 2.38% 4.76% 71.43% Chapter programs
Function
Best Board Committees Staff Practice
Shared
• Long term strategic oversight and planning
Board
26.19%
73.81%
3. No definitive agreement on who is responsible for a given function (60% of functions)
Function
Best Practice Board Committees Staff
Shared
• Institutional sustainability and solvency
Board
35.71%
2.38%
61.90%
• Legal and tax compliance
• Sending thank you letters
to donors
• Website management
• Board Training and development
Board Staff
Staff
Board
23.81% 11.90%
14.29%
38.10% 19.05%
69.05%
19.05%
38.10% 54.76%
30.95%
59.52%
• Financial oversight
Board
39.02%
2.44%
4.88%
53.66%
• Investment oversight
Board
40.48%
9.52%
4.76%
45.24%
• Alumni tracking and relations
Staff
7.14%
45.24%
47.62%
• Production of marketing and communication materials
Committee & Staff
4.76%
30.95%
64.29%
• Ensure consistency in workflows and processes
Staff
61.90%
33.33%
21.43%
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