Volunteer Board Director

Volunteer Centre of Calgary; Port Colborne, Toronto, Hamilton, Oshawa; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a volunteer Board Director and make a lasting impact on the lives of seafarers. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute your skills and experience while gaining valuable insights into board governance and strategic planning. As part of a dedicated team, you will help shape the direction of the organization, support fundraising efforts, and ensure a welcoming environment for international seafarers. This is a fulfilling way to give back to the community and experience personal growth while making a significant difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles and strategic planning is essential.
• Skills in fundraising and governance will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in Board meetings and committees.
• Guide the organization and support its strategic vision.
• Represent MTSSO at events and meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Fundraising

Governance

Job description

Make a Difference: Join the Mission to Seafarers Southern Ontario Volunteer Board of Directors!

Serving as a volunteer Board Director for the Mission to Seafarers Southern Ontario (MTSSO) offers a unique and fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of seafarers visiting the Ports of Oshawa, Toronto, Hamilton, and Port Colborne. As a member of an international organization, MTSSO provides a welcoming and supportive environment for seafarers, offering a variety of services regardless of faith or background.

By joining our board, you will not only contribute your skills and experience to help guide our organization but also gain valuable insights that can benefit your personal and professional growth. Volunteering with MTSSO allows you to give back to the community while experiencing the rewarding sense of making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

As a volunteer Board Director, you will play a vital role in shaping the direction of our organization and advancing our strategy to provide a supportive and welcoming experience for international seafarers. You will have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team, sharing your skills, knowledge, and experience to help guide our organization and drive our impact forward. You will also play a key role in developing our strategic vision, supporting board governance, and helping us achieve our fundraising goals.

About The Commitment

Members of the Board are volunteers and, as such, serve without compensation. This voluntary commitment involves:

1. Attending and actively participating in an informed manner at Board, committee, and annual general meetings; meetings are usually via video.
2. Periodically representing MTSSO at events or in meetings with external parties.
3. Chairing or sitting on committees of the Board as required.
4. Committing to serve a three-year term.
5. Expecting up to 10 Board meetings per year of no more than 2 hours each.
6. Contributing to the organization in a variety of ways and attendance at MTSSO events (usually in Hamilton, Ontario).

The Application Process

Please submit your resume to Amanda Curtis at [e-mail]. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to provide additional information and will be scheduled for a video meeting.

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

By joining our board, you will not only contribute your skills and experience to help guide our organization but also gain valuable insights that can benefit your personal and professional growth. Volunteering with MTSSO allows you to give back to the community while experiencing the rewarding sense of making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.