Closing Date

08/31/2025

Current Position Description

Board of Directors

Founded in 2012, Sacred Valley Health’s mission is to promote health in the underserved rural communities of Peru’s Sacred Valley through empowerment, education, collaboration, cultural competency, access and equity. Incorporated within the state of Alaska, Sacred Valley Health is based in rural Peru.

For more information, please Sacred Valley Health’s website at www.sacredvalleyhealth.org.

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Sacred Valley Health is currently seeking four Board Members. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about global health and Sacred Valley Health’s mission. Ideal candidates will have a track record of leadership in business, health, government, finance, marketing, fundraising, philanthropy, the nonprofit sector, and/or other areas relevant to Sacred Valley Health’s needs. Service on Sacred Valley Health’s Board of Directors is without remuneration.

The Board will support the work of Sacred Valley Health and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance.

Specific Board Member responsibilities include:

Leadership, Governance and Oversight

• Be informed about the organization’s mission, vision, service and policies
• Function as a goodwill ambassador and spokesperson for the organization and its programs
• Assist in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities such as reviewing annual financial statements, budgets, and accounting practices
• Review agenda and supporting materials prior to Board and committee meetings
• Provide candid and constructive criticism, advice and comments
• Serve on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments, as needed
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director in the development and implementation of Sacred Valley Health’s strategic plan
• Contribute to an annual performance evaluation of the Executive Director
• Assist the Executive Director and Board Chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members
• Partner with the Executive Director and other Board Members to ensure that Board resolutions are carried out
• Represent Sacred Valley Health to stakeholders; act as an ambassador for the organization

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• Extensive professional experience with significant executive leadership accomplishments in public health, business, government, finance, fundraising, marketing, philanthropy, and/or the nonprofit sector
• A commitment to and understanding of Sacred Valley Health’s beneficiaries, preferably based on experience
• Savvy diplomatic skills and a natural affinity for cultivating relationships and persuading, convening, facilitating, and building consensus among diverse individuals
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a passion for improving the lives of Sacred Valley Health’s beneficiaries

Board Terms/Participation

Sacred Valley Health’s Board Members will serve a two-year term to be eligible for re-appointment for additional terms. Board meetings will be held bimonthly-quarterly (maximum of six times per year) and committee meetings will be held as determined. All Board Members are required to attend 75 percent of annual meetings by phone, unless the Board Chair determines there to be a special circumstance. A quorum is defined as 75 percent participation. Board Members are also asked to assist in the recruitment of volunteers and committee members to augment the Board.

Time Demands

• Quarterly/Bimonthly Board meetings  – approximately 2 hours per meeting
• Email correspondence – approximately 15 minutes every 2-3 weeks

Fundraising

Sacred Valley Health Board Members consider Sacred Valley Health a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts that reflect that priority. So that Sacred Valley Health can credibly solicit contributions from foundations, organizations, and individuals, Sacred Valley Health expects to have 100 percent of Board Members make an annual contribution that is commensurate with their capacity. Fundraising duties include:

• Contribute an annual gift of at least $300
• Contribute to fundraising projects and events through personal contribution and/or by generating support from friends and other contacts
• To broaden our circle of supporters, link other individuals and resources to Sacred Valley Health

Position Type

Board of Directors: Voluntary, legal governing body of a nonprofit.

Current areas of focus for board recruitment

Mission / Core Purpose / Core Values

At Sacred Valley Health, our core purpose is improving health by empowering promotoras. We believe that by empowering promotoras, or community health workers, to become agents of change in their communities, we can see improved health outcomes in the communities where we work in the Sacred Valley of Peru.
Core Values:
Empowerment, education, collaboration, cultural competency, access, equity.

Briefly describe your board culture.

Our board culture is rooted in collaboration, humility, equity, and shared purpose. We are a mission-driven group that values thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and mutual respect.

We strive to create a space where:
Community voice leads – We center the knowledge and leadership of the communities we serve.
Everyone contributes – We recognize and value each member’s unique background, whether in global health, community organizing, finance, or lived experience.
Learning is ongoing – We engage with curiosity, cultural humility, and a willingness to grow—both individually and as a board.
Decisions are made collectively – We operate with transparency and trust, honoring both data and community wisdom in our governance.

Why is board diversity important to this organization?

At Sacred Valley Health (Ayni Wasi), we are deeply committed to health equity in rural, Quechua-speaking communities of Peru. To fulfill this mission with integrity and effectiveness, we believe that a diverse and inclusive Board of Directors is essential.

Diversity on our board helps us:
-Reflect the communities we serve. Inclusive leadership ensures that our strategies and priorities are grounded in the lived experiences of Indigenous and rural populations.
-Make better decisions. A range of perspectives—across culture, profession, gender, geography, and language—helps us navigate complex challenges with creativity, humility, and cultural awareness.
-Advance health equity and justice. We aim to model the values of equity, inclusion, and accountability in our governance, not just our programming.
-Strengthen sustainability and trust. Diverse boards are more resilient, more connected to community partners, and better equipped to inspire donor and stakeholder confidence.

Board Meeting Location

Online meeting optional?

Number of board meetings / year including retreats

Average hours per month?

Are there term limits?

Board terms (years)

What is the total length of time of potential service?

Primary language spoken in board room.

Please describe any giving and/or fundraising expectations of your board members.

Address

2500 Lord Baranof
Anchorage AK 99517
Website: http://www.sacredvalleyhealth.orgWebsite
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SacredValleyHealth/Facebook
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sacred-valley-healthLinkedIn

Organization Info

EIN: 45-4890401
Year of Incorporation: 2012
Location: Anchorage
Focus: Health
Operating Budget: $100k-$500k
Number of Staff: 15
Number of Board Members: 6
Guidestar page: https://www.guidestar.org/profile/45-4890401

Contacts

Primary Contact for Board Recruitment:
Keri Baker (She/her)

Executive Director:
Silvia Martínez (she/her)