Are you interested in contributing to the leadership of Oaks & Spokes while gaining valuable experience in nonprofit management? This January, Oaks & Spokes members will elect 6 members to the board. We are seeking volunteers and nominations for the positions below now through January 2021. Please keep in mind that the descriptions for all the positions are loose, and you will have the ability to shape both the position and organization to fit your passions and serve Raleigh better. If you want to run for a position or nominate another member, please fill out this form.
Administrative Coordinator
This position plays a vital role in keeping the Board organized and on track. The person in this positions manages the organization’s resources, maintains records, and takes minutes at the Board meetings.
Advocacy Coordinator
If you are passionate about bicycling community, engagement, infrastructure, and policy, this is the position for you! The Advocacy Coordinator organizes the engagement of the board and membership around priority issues, and builds partnerships with other organizations.
2 At-large Coordinators
This particular role is open-ended with the opportunity to bring new ideas to the table and contribute your talents in any way you choose to apply them. Run events, create tactical urbanism projects, reach out to new communities, or whatever you are passionate about to help make biking better in Raleigh.
External Coordinator
This position, also known as the President of the Board, serves as the spokesperson for the organization and provides overall leadership and direction. Additionally, this person is responsible for setting and facilitating board meetings.
Membership Coordinator
If you’re interested in gaining valuable experience in database management and communication, then consider running for Membership Coordinator. This position maintains the membership database and coordinates direct communication with members. Additionally, this person plans the annual Membership Party and thinks of new ways to engage and benefit the community.
If you’d like to hear more about these positions from the person serving, please email the following:
- Administrative – dan@oaksandspokes.com
- Advocacy – chris@oaksandspokes.com
- At-Large – sara@oaksandspokes.com ; esly@oaksandspokes.come
- External – cody@oaksandspokes.com
- Membership – jonathon@oaksandspokes.com