Independent Director and Chair Viamo Board of Directors (Remote)

Viamo; Calgary; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social enterprise based in Canada is seeking an Independent Director & Chair to guide strategic growth. Candidates should possess governance expertise, senior executive experience, and knowledge of emerging markets. This role involves leading board meetings and supporting executive recruitment efforts. Viamo encourages diverse candidates to apply and values a variety of perspectives.

Benefits

Equity options

Qualifications

• Current Canadian resident preferred.
• Prior board experience in governance or strategy.
• Senior executive experience in a technology business.
• Knowledge of emerging markets, particularly telcos.
• Deep understanding of platform business models.

Responsibilities

• Lead four board meetings annually.
• Foster strategic challenge and decision-making.
• Guide long-term development and impact measurement.
• Serve on at least one board committee.
• Support executive recruitment and client development.
• Champion diversity and inclusion.

Skills

Governance expertise

Strategic vision

Understanding of platform business models

Mentorship

Diversity advocacy

Job description

Independent Director & Chair, Board of Directors

About Viamo

Viamo is a leading for-profit social enterprise using mobile technology to connect underserved communities across emerging markets with life-changing information and services. Since 2013, our platform has delivered health, agriculture, education, and civic content to over 3 million people annually, primarily via basic mobile phones and local language voice services. We operate in 20+ countries, partnering with NGOs, businesses, and governments to enable positive impact at scale. In the coming years, we aim to reach 100 million people with 1 billion monthly benefits by 2028.

The Role

Board Director & Chair (Chair is ideal, but not required)

We seek an independent board member to serve as Chair, bringing strategic vision, governance expertise, and deep understanding of platform business models in emerging markets. This leader will guide Viamo through our next phase of growth, support our executive team, and ensure our mission and values remain central as we scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate (or participate in, if not Chair) four board meetings annually, with additional committee and advisory engagements as needed
• Foster an environment of strategic challenge, CEO mentorship, and collaborative decision-making
• Guide Viamo's long-term strategy on platform development, market growth, and impact measurement
• Serve on at least one board committee (Audit, Compensation, or Impact) and support special initiatives
• Leverage networks to support executive recruitment and enterprise client development
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion at the board and organizational level

Term

2 years, renewable

Compensation

Equity options

Application Deadline

November 30, 2025 (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)

Profile

Required :

• Current Canadian resident (ideal)
• Prior board experience (governance, strategy, or committee leadership)
• Success as a senior executive in a high-growth technology business
• Firsthand knowledge of Viamo's operating markets (telcos in emerging markets)
• Deep understanding of platform business models in emerging markets

We value a diversity of perspectives and encourage candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to apply, even if not every criterion is met. Please note that interviews will be done on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Viamo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from all candidates. We believe that diverse perspectives help our teams to create innovative solutions and understand our global clients' needs. In alignment with our values, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse global workforce without discrimination.

Apply

Apply now with a CV and a short cover letter addressing :

• Your motivation for joining Viamo's board
• Your perspective on the most important trends shaping digital communication and connectivity in emerging markets over the next 35 years, and how Viamo can lead in amplifying impact.