Job offer: Board Member

Open Development Cambodia Organization (ODC) is the leading open data digital platform in Cambodia, which provides up-to-date and reliable data and information publicly available in a 'one-stop shop' in both Khmer and English. Following open data principles, the data and information are available to everyone at no cost and can be used, reused, and shared under a Creative Commons License. The purpose of ODC is to promote the use of accurate data for evidence-based decision-making processes, enhance government accountability and transparency, as well as encourage citizens’ participation in public affairs. ODC was conceived by the East-West Management Institute (EWMI) and officially registered as a local NGO in August 2015.

Job Summary:

Open Development Cambodia (ODC) is looking for the Board Member to join the team. The Board Member works collectively with ODC Board of Directors in overseeing to ensure the functionality of the Board and guiding the organization with sound governance, fiduciary and strategic oversight and direction.

As ODC is a small organization, this role will normally provide support for at least two projects.

A copy of the terms of reference for the above position can be obtained from the ODC website

Requirements

• To be accepted for Board membership, an individual must:
• share the values and mission of ODC
• express a commitment to serve as a Board member for at least three years
• have relevant and appropriate work experience and skills
• demonstrate personal integrity.
• No individual demonstrating a conflict of interest with ODC’s purpose or nature as a non-political organization can be accepted onto the Board.
• Preferably, the majority of Board members will be Cambodian.