2025 National Council Application Process

Informational Q&A

Why should I serve as a member of Delta Zeta’s National Council?

Serving on National Council provides many benefits, including the opportunity to advance the strategic direction of the Sorority, have an impact on an organization with 300,000 members worldwide along with building a strong professional network and giving back to Delta Zeta.

What skills should a member on National Council have?

As noted in the job description, Delta Zeta seeks leaders who demonstrate:

• People-Centered Leadership: Ability to build relationships across generations and diverse backgrounds, fostering an environment of collaboration and belonging.
• Accountability and Responsibility: Commitment to self-accountability, responsibility to the membership and transparency in all actions.
• Skills-Based Leadership: Experience in nonprofit board service, financial management, risk management, fundraising, public speaking or conflict resolution.
• Strategic and Adaptive Thinking: Ability to lead and advocate for change, incorporate feedback, and make decisions that are flexible and responsive to local needs.
• Courage and Innovation: A forward-thinking mindset, willingness to challenge norms through active listening and participation and openness to non-traditional leadership pathways.
• Emotional Intelligence: High degree of empathy, emotional intelligence and respect in fostering a trusting and safe environment for open communication.
• Inclusivity and Open-Mindedness: A demonstrated commitment to diversity in leadership, ensuring representation from varied experiences and perspectives and fostering a culture of belonging.
• Nonprofit Governance Expertise: A strong understanding of nonprofit governance and demonstrated experience serving on other nonprofit boards, with experience in the four duties of a board: discuss, discern, debate and decide.

What are the responsibilities of National Council?

As noted in the job description, the National Council of Delta Zeta Sorority provides strategic governance and oversight for the organization. Council members are responsible for ensuring Delta Zeta's continued growth, financial stability and alignment with its mission and core values. The National Council represents the interests of the Sorority's membership and community while fostering commitment to Delta Zeta’s core values, including Friendship, Belonging, Community, Empowerment, Generosity and Curiosity.

The National Council’s purpose is to hold the legal and fiduciary responsibility for the governance of Delta Zeta Sorority. This includes setting the strategic direction, establishing policies, overseeing financial and operational health and ensuring the Sorority’s long-term viability. The National Council also supports the execution of policies and programs by providing necessary resources, including volunteer, staff and financial, while also creating a culture of accountability, trust and inclusivity.

You can read the full duties of National Council in the job description here.

To apply, do I need previous volunteer leadership experience for Delta Zeta?

No. The nomination process is an important time for all Delta Zeta members to consider this opportunity to serve and lead the organization from a strategic perspective. As part of consideration for National Council, Delta Zeta seeks strong leaders from not only its volunteer base, but also Delta Zeta leaders who have demonstrated and proven accomplished leadership skills, through business, non-profit leadership or with other organizations, that could benefit Delta Zeta as it continues to evolve for its future members.

While previous experience on any non-profit board is always beneficial, we strive to build a diverse board that brings together a team of leaders with a variety of experiences and leadership expertise to advance Delta Zeta for the future.

How many members are selected for National Council through this process?

Six members will be presented to the National Convention body for election to National Council.

What is the deadline for applications?

All applications must be complete by 11:59 p.m., Eastern time, on March 10, 2025. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact [email protected].