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We want you to join us in bridging the gap in cleft care on an international scale!! We are a new nonprofit with a big mission and vision.

Our Mission & Vision: The Faisal Foundation is a global nonprofit dedicated to improving access to life-saving medical care for infants born with cleft and craniofacial conditions. In alignment with its child-centered mission, the Foundation also partners with trusted organizations delivering child development and enrichment programs, providing strategic funding to support holistic outcomes for children and families in underserved communities.

What makes us different?: What distinguishes The Faisal Foundation within the cleft and pediatric health space is its sustainability-driven model and open-collaboration framework. Beyond direct support for infants with cleft conditions, the Foundation intentionally partners with and funds smaller, often overlooked charities that serve orphans and children with disabilities who require additional medical, developmental, and social support.

Our WHO Objectives: Our programmatic framework is aligned with the World Health Organization–supported Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) specifically:

SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being

SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities

SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

SDG 1 – No Poverty S

SDG 5 – Gender Equality

SDG 4 – Quality Education

This alignment ensures that The Faisal Foundation's work delivers measurable health outcomes while advancing equity, collaboration, and long-term community resilience.

Board Member Role Overview

We are a working board, meaning each board member does contribute a financial contribution to support the organization's mission and vision to making a global impact.

We are a new nonprofit and currently recruiting for 4 Director-level Executive Leadership roles in the following areas:

• Director of Operations
• Director of Grants & Philanthropy
• Director of Communications & Outreach
• Director of Innovation & Sustainability

These are executive leadership positions focused on strategy, program development, and operational execution under founder-led governance.

***Please note: currently, these roles are non-governing positions and do not hold legal fiduciary authority. All governing oversight remains with the organization’s Board of Trustees.***

Time Commitment

Board service is a meaningful commitment, and also a deeply rewarding one. Members contribute directly to life-changing medical outcomes for infants who would otherwise have limited or no access to care.

• Average 4-8 hours per month
• Preferably we ask for 1 year board service term (Term renewed based on End of Term Performance Review)
• Full Board Meetings: Quarterly, 2x a year (held In-person, Virtually, or mix of both)
• Brief Progress meetings as needed (case by case basis)
• Attend at least 1 major organization's event

Please kindly keep in mind that there will be light domestic/international traveling involved for roundtable, conference, exhibits, galas, etc participation but strictly voluntary and based on your availability. Travel notices and arrangements are made 3-6 months in advance.

Financial Contributions

Each Board Member is expected to make an annual personal contribution to The Faisal Foundation that is meaningful to them and reflective of their capacity, or to secure equivalent financial support on behalf of the Foundation. The Foundation seeks 100% Board participation in annual giving. The minimum contributions start at $500 USD (applies only for Board of Directors & Leadership Board Executives*)

Financial Contribution Expectations for interested volunteers and committee members are entirely voluntary, with no mandatory or obligated financial contributions. We sincerely welcome and deeply appreciate contributions of any amount in support of our organization's mission and vision. Every gift makes a meaningful impact by helping expand medical access and improve the lives of babies born with cleft conditions.

Thank You for Your Service Incentives (NON-FINANICAL)

• Leadership & Governance Experience (Learning & Cross-Sector Exposure)
• Legacy Building & Impact
• Professional Recognition (Recommendation Letter & Certificate of Appreciation/ events and/or annual gala)*
• Strategic Influence (Thought leadership)-Quarterly Social Media Post Carousel
• Professional Development, including attendance at relevant global conferences
• Networking Expansion & Introduction to Global Leaders

All incentives are non-financial and offered in alignment with nonprofit governance standards. Participation does not imply equity, compensation, or financial return.

Organizational Culture

Our members come from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and faith traditions. We are committed to a culture grounded in transparency, mutual respect, and shared understanding, where every individual is valued, included, and empowered to contribute meaningfully to the Foundation's mission.

Application Eligibility

• Submit your interest though Idealist
• Complete the pre-screening questionnaire (will be sent to you via email)

Interview & Selection Process

If you pass the prescreening, you will be invited to interview. You will be interviewed by the Founder of the organization.

If selected to proceed, you will be required to:

• Provide 2 professional reference letters
• Pass a background check (due to the nature of the work and scope of the organization)
• Complete onboarding paperwork
• Attend Orientation (can be scheduled around your schedule)

If you have any questions, please dont hesitate to reach out, we welcome the opportunity to hear from you!

Join us in bridging the gap to cleft care!!