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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR BOARD DIRECTORS



Are you passionate about advancing the medical interpreting profession?

We invite you to present your application to join the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI).

NOMINATIONS DEADLINE: September 30, 2024

We need enthusiastic professionals to volunteer their talents, help lead the NBCMI into the future, and expand certification!

We are accepting Nominations for the following positions:
  • 2-4 CMIs
  • 1 medical doctor
  • 1 public member

The basic requirements, in addition to a willingness to be an active participant of a working board, stipulate that each candidate seeking CMI directorship must be certified (CMI) by the NBCMI.

We encourage applications from candidates with languages other than Spanish that we certified: Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian, Korean, and Vietnamese, as we are committed to inclusion and diversity.

New Directors will be supported and mentored by the existing Board of Directors to help ease the transition into this leadership role. Participation on the Board is voluntary and there is no remuneration for service.


Qualifications and Commitment:
  • Demonstrated medical interpreter experience, in-depth knowledge of the industry, preferably in a leadership role or management in a large or recognized organization, language access agency or association.
  • Demonstrated ability to think independently and work collaboratively.
  • Effective communication and presentation skills.
  • Previous experience serving on a Board of Directors, committee(s), or other volunteer service related to the industry is an asset.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion essential to innovation and the Board's long term viability and expansion.
  • A minimum commitment of 16 hours per month is required, including a monthly meeting (virtual).

Responsibilities:
  • During the 2-year term, Directors should embrace and be loyal to the NBCMI's mission, vision and purpose of the organization.
  • Demonstrate integrity and high ethical standards.
  • Attend board meetings and other meetings regularly called by the Executive Board or Committee Chair.
  • Must serve at least in one of the committees.
  • Active participation in Board and committee work; work and communicate e ectively with other team members; check and respond to important board emails on a daily basis. Volunteer for and willingly accept assignments and complete them on time; stay informed about committee matters, prepare well for meetings and review and comment on minutes and reports.
  • Represent the National Board on Interpreter's Conferences and present the process of certification.
  • Participate in marketing e orts for the organization.
  • Abide by the Bylaws of the International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA) and by the Policies and Procedures of the National Board.
  • Be an IMIA member in good standing.

Please fill out and submit the application form clicking HERE

In addition, please submit the following to
[email protected]:
  • Curriculum vitae / Résumé
  • 1 reference letter pertinent to director duties and responsibilities.
  • A professional picture of you in .gif or .jpeg format

Please send nominations by September 30, 2024

Prior to submitting, we recommend you review the qualifications and responsibilities, and if you have any questions contact [email protected].