Board of Trustees
The HORN Institute Board of Trustees
The HORN International Institute for Strategic Studies Board of Trustees will consist of a distinguished team of endowers constituting private individuals, institutions, corporations, philanthropic, academic, and research organizations.
The apex governance body of the organization, the Board of Trustees, provides high-level oversight of the Institute. The Board is responsible for the vision, mission, finance, governance, and the strategic direction of the Institute
Board of Trustees will be responsible for:
A. Strategic Oversight and Direction
- Set and review the organization’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic goals
- Advise on research priorities, policy agendas, and programmatic initiatives to ensure alignment with the think tank’s core objectives
- Validate strategic plans, research outputs, and initiatives to maintain quality, relevance, and impact
B. Governance and Compliance
- Ensure the organization adheres to legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, including nonprofit governance best practices
- Oversee internal policies, risk management, and accountability mechanisms.
- Provide structure for decision-making
C. Financial Stewardship
- Identifying and availing endowments (and financial resources) for the long-term sustainability of the Horn Institute
- Approve budgets and fundraising strategies to ensure sustainability
- Monitor fiscal health and allocate resources effectively for research, events, and outreach.
- Receiving and approving annual financial reports and audits
- Ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the HORN Institute
- Carry out resource mobilization through personal networks, partnerships, and donor engagement
D. Leadership Appointment and Evaluation
- Appoint, evaluate, and support the secretariat leadership of the Institute
- Offer mentorship and guidance to management on operational matters
E. Networking and Advocacy
- Represent the think tank externally, building relationships with stakeholders like governments, international organizations, and funders.
- Support institutional growth by identifying opportunities for collaboration, expansion, or influence in policy circles.
- Advocate for the organization’s work in public forums, enhancing its reputation and reach.
F. Advisory and Validation Role
- Leverage members’ expertise in diplomacy, academia, business, and civil society to advise on complex issues.
- Validate research findings, publications, and policy recommendations for credibility and objectivity
- Foster intellectual independence while promoting evidence-based analysis
G. Institutional Development and Support
- Contribute to the overall growth and evolution of the think tank, including capacity building and innovation
- Provide ongoing support through periodic reviews, feedback, and endorsements of key activities
All applications to become a member of the Board of Trustees will be vetted by the Horn’s Council of Advisors to ascertain eligibility