Treasurer and Other Directors for the Board

Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse; Calgary; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse is seeking a Treasurer and other skilled individuals for their Board of Directors. This is a volunteer position requiring commitment to community service and a background in financial management or other relevant areas. Join CCASA's mission to create safe communities and provide vital services related to sexual violence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in financial management and accounting.
• Experience in fundraising, government relations, and community building is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Chair the Finance and Audit committee overseeing the CEO and Director of Finance.
• Engage in community building and cultural engagement.

Skills

Financial Management

Fundraising

Community Engagement

Advocacy

Education

Professional Designation in Financial Management

Job description

We are looking for a Treasurer and Other Directors for the Board

Are you committed to creating communities that are free from sexual violence? Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA) is looking for individuals who are interested in joining our Board of Directors to support our compassionate team. Our Board is an active and involved group who care deeply about the organization and our fiduciary duties to support and govern the organization.

CCASA is a dynamic and innovative not for profit that seeks to serve and support all community members in Calgary and surrounding areas by providing counselling and education services that address sexual harassment, sexual abuse and sexual assault. Our mission is to lead in the provision of specialized sexual violence services and educate communities in order to shift attitudes and responses to sexual violence.

For over 30 years, CCASA has built a strong foundation and network of services to support communities in addressing sexual violence and the resulting myriad of complex issues for individuals, families, and communities.

CCASA is grounded in anti-oppressive practices and is committed to being equitable and inclusive while creating a safe space for all. We aim to be a representation of the communities we serve thus we welcome people of diverse backgrounds to apply for these positions. However, we are particularly wanting to create space for the voices and experiences of racialized, LGBTQ2+ and those impacted by disabilities community members to help shape and build CCASA into a hub of support for those who are underrepresented and underserved. While we value the importance of representation, we are seeking individuals committed to their communities that are able to assist in identifying gaps in our services and further developing relationships beyond the boardroom.

In alignment with our core values, CCASA is looking for individuals that are collaborative, community centred, empathetic, innovative, and forward thinking in creating ways we can better serve the communities of Calgary and its surrounding areas. Currently we are seeking to welcome a number of new board members.

Specifically, we are looking to fill:

1) The role of Board Treasurer – This individual will have at least 3-5 years’ experience in financial management and accounting and will have a professional designation in such. Knowledge of not for profit financial management an asset. This role provides oversight to the CEO and Director of Finance, IT and Admin and will chair the Finance and Audit committee.

2) Other Skilled Board members - We are also looking for talented individuals who have a substantial amount of experience in any of the following areas: fundraising, government relations and advocacy, involvement in big systems, not for profit or other board

experience, community building and cultural engagement and building, and donor relations.

CCASA Board Director roles are volunteer positions and require committee work and monthly meetings.

If you would like to be considered for a CCASA Board position, please email to request an application to [e-mail] or visit the website at calgarycasa.com and go to the Get Involved/Careers section; the application is available to be filled out and submitted online. Applications will be reviewed, and potential applicants will be contacted for an initial interview. Successful applicants will require a police security check.