Commission on African Affairs (COAA)

TOTAL PUBLIC MEMBERS: 15

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Appointed by the Mayor with the advice and consent of Council

TERM LENGTH (YEARS): 3 years

RESIDENCY: Strong preference for District residency, with representation from all 8 wards

PAID BOARD: No (all roles are voluntary)

_Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews._

_DESCRIPTION_

The Commission shall advise the Mayor, the Council, the Director of the Office on African Affairs, and the public on the views and needs of the African communities in the District.

_COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP_

The Commission shall consist of 15 public members appointed by the Mayor.

_QUALIFICATIONS_

Members shall be appointed with due consideration for representation from established public, nonprofit, and volunteer community organizations concerned with the African communities, and members of the public who have shown dedication to and knowledge of the needs of the African communities.

_TIME COMMITMENT_

The Board meets every other month.

_If you are interested in an appointment to this board, please complete the appointment application and attach the required documentation. All applicants will receive an email confirming their application was received. Applications will be screened as they are received. Candidates deemed most suited based on the application will be contacted to schedule further discussion._