Opportunities for Supporting the Bhumi Community
Volunteer as Treasurer:
help nourish our shared resources
Dear Treasured Bhumi Folk,
Bhumisparsha is in need of a treasurer! The Mission Circle (currently consisting of Brenda Collins, Leigh Rosenberg, Lisa Hoff, and Transitional General Coordinator Eric Busse) are writing to see if you have the interest/capacity to offer support in this much needed volunteer role.
Background: Thus far Lama Rod has held this role, but we need to replace him for a few different reasons. One is a desire to adopt best practices in limiting potential abuses of power by having one of the Lamas as a treasurer. We also need someone who has greater availability to be more hands-on in helping us cultivate a sustainable financial future for our community.
Details: One of the most practical roles the treasurer will embody is as an “Administrator” on our Open Collective page where all of Bhumisparsha’s finances now live. Our fiscal hosting relationship with Open Collective Foundation (OCF) reduces the administrative burden around most financial processes (i.e. managing how people get paid, transparency, processing donations, tax preparations, etc.). However, as an emerging collective we need someone who is willing to assist by lightly monitoring our Open Collective page, contributing to regular reporting processes for the community, providing financial wisdom as opportunities arise, and supporting the broad sustainability of our shared resources as a community. The treasurer will also become part of the Mission Circle and participate in monthly Mission Circle meetings. In total, this position entails an average commitment of 5-6 hours of volunteering per month.
Beyond that, the nuances and responsibilities of this role will be clarified in collaboration with the Mission Circle and Eric Busse, based on interest and capacity. Additional aspects of this role may include: collaborating to create budgets, advising the Mission Circle around working with an accountant, assisting with future external audit, and supporting fundraising.
The person who fills this role does not necessarily need professional bookkeeping experience, as we will be exploring the viability of contracting with an accountant or bookkeeper. However, we are looking for someone attentive to detail and with an interest in strategic development, administration, and financial management. Past experience is a plus, but anyone with the matching skills and capacity for wise sangha leadership is encouraged to apply! The treasurer will also be supported by the staff and existing volunteers as they lend their wisdom and experience towards our shared vision of awakening and collective liberation.
If you are considering applying for the role but need more information or have questions, please reach out to Eric Busse at eric@bhumisparsha.org and he will connect with you. Feel free to also share this invitation with a friend or colleague who you think would be a great fit for the position! To be considered, please send an email communicating your interest, relevant skills, and experience to info@bhumisparsha.org by Monday, June 6th.
In love and Sangha,
Brenda Collins, Mission Circle President
Leigh Rosenberg, Mission Circle Clerk
Lisa Hoff, Mission Circle Member
Eric Busse, Transitional General Coordinator and Mission Circle Member
Join the Practice Circle:
support transformative spiritual practice
The Practice Circle is inviting new members!! If you're interested or know someone that may be, please send me an email at sesalli@bhumisparsha.org.
The Practice Circle meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month 5pm - 6:30pm ET. We support the creation and maintenance of ways we practice as a community. We spend time dreaming up what practice in our community can look like and creatively addressing concerns that may arise within practice spaces/processes.
In this season the Practice Circle will be focused on supporting in person gatherings for our community. If you are someone interested in hosting or helping plan small regional to larger community gatherings we'd love to have your voice in the space.
You are invited to be a committed member for 6 months + OR to just be added to the calendar invite + emails so you can join whenever you are able. All are encouraged to join! Email me if interested!
Excited to welcome you! - sesalli, Practice Circle Coordinator and Teacher-Student Liaison
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