Advisory Board Member - Disaster Accountability Project/SmartResponse

DAP is the leading nonprofit organization that provides long-term independent oversight of disaster management systems. DAP engages a dedicated community to advance policy research and advocacy, promote transparency, and encourage the public to participate in oversight, community-based organizing, and discussions about disaster preparedness and relief. Dedicated citizen oversight is necessary to ensure resources dedicated to preparedness, relief, and recovery are effectively utilized, communities are sufficiently engaged and more resilient, and best practices and lessons learned are implemented so mistakes are not repeated. Prior to the creation of the Disaster Accountability Project (DAP), there was no dedicated, independent oversight of the agencies and organizations responsible for these critical life-saving responsibilities.

Disaster Accountability Project (DAP) - SmartResponse is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving disaster preparedness, response, and recovery by promoting transparency and accountability among relief organizations and government agencies. DAP empowers survivors and communities with the information they need to make informed decisions before, during, and after disasters.

Position Overview And Responsibilities

• Serve as an ambassador for DAP, promoting the organization's mission and programs within your professional and personal networks.
• Provide strategic input and expertise to DAP leadership on organizational direction and growth.
• Actively participate in at least one "volunteer team," contributing a minimum of 3–5 hours per month.
• Attend quarterly Advisory Board virtual meetings.
• Make or raise a minimum annual financial contribution (give/get) of $2,500 to DAP.
• Identify and help cultivate relationships with potential donors, partners, and supporters.
• Stay informed about current issues in disaster preparedness, response, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to disaster preparedness, humanitarian aid, community resilience, philanthropy, accountability/transparency, or related fields.
• Professional experience or expertise relevant to at least one Volunteer Team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to represent DAP to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to actively contribute time, talent, and resources to advance DAP's mission.
• Prior board or advisory experience is a plus but not required.

Commitment

• Term One year (renewable)
• Time Minimum 3–5 hours per month, plus quarterly meetings
• Financial Contribution/Raise $2,500 minimum annually (in full or in installments)
• Location Remote / Virtual

How To Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a brief letter of interest and resume to the Disaster Accountability Project (volunteer@disasteraccountability.org). Please indicate which team(s) you are interested in joining and describe how your experience aligns with the team's focus. For questions or to request additional information, please contact DAP directly.