Director, Governance

• Provide strategic leadership for governance across IDSA and the IDSA Foundation, partnering with volunteer leaders, Boards of Directors, committees, and senior staff.
• Oversee board and volunteer operations, including agenda development, board materials, minutes, and governance meeting schedules.
• Develop and implement progressive governance frameworks, oversee nominations and elections, and ensure compliance with governance policies and bylaws.
• Lead risk management and compliance efforts, including policy creation, review, and adherence to legal requirements.

This role ensures effective governance and strategic leadership for a leading infectious diseases society, enabling the organization to better serve its mission of improving health through patient care, education, research, and public health.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in nonprofit governance, board relations, or a related area, preferably within a membership organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; extensive knowledge of nonprofit governance principles, practices, and legal requirements.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills with strong attention to detail; proficiency in governance management software.

IDSA offers a highly competitive total compensation package, flexible work arrangements, telework options, a positive organizational culture, and a new office located two blocks from the metro with a free gym onsite.

The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) is a community of over 13,000 physicians, scientists, and public health experts dedicated to improving the health of individuals, communities, and society by promoting excellence in patient care, education, research, public health, and prevention relating to infectious diseases.