Volunteer Board Member

Skills For Life Inc; Toronto; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity organization is seeking a volunteer Board Member to provide strategic guidance and support. Responsibilities include attending meetings, participating in fundraising, and promoting life skills development in the community. Candidates should have experience in non-profit management and excellent communication skills. This role requires a commitment of approximately 30-40 hours per year over a 2-year renewable term.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit management, fundraising, or board governance.
• Strong decision-making and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for promoting life skills development.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular board meetings and provide guidance.
• Participate actively in fundraising efforts.
• Promote the organization within the community.

Skills

Non-profit management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Experience with Google Suite

Knowledge of GTA and Peel Region

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Volunteer Position: Summary of Board Member Role

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Company Description

Skills For Life is a charity based in Brampton, ON that promotes the importance of life skills development to encourage success. Our mission is to empower individuals with the skills they need to succeed in all aspects of life, including personal, professional, and social.

Role Description

This is a volunteer virtual role for a Board Member. The Board Member will be responsible for attending regular meetings, providing guidance and support to the organization, and helping to make strategic decisions that align with the mission and values of Skills For Life. The Board Member will also be expected to actively participate in fundraising efforts and promote the organization within the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in non-profit management, fundraising, or board governance
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for promoting life skills development and empowering individuals
• Ability to work collaboratively with other board members and staff
• Must be comfortable with using Google Suite (google drive, email, chat, documents, etc)
• Knowledge of the GTA and Peel Region community and its needs is a plus
• Experience in finance, legal, or marketing fields is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred

Commitment (approximate)

• 4-6 meetings of the board per year, 2 hours per meeting on average
• Commitment to Board Giving Goal of minimum $25/month
• We ask Board members to sit on at least one committee with 2-4 meetings per year (on average)
• Attendance at main public functions (as reasonably possible 3-4/year)
• 30 - 40 hours per year
• 2-year term (renewable)

Notes

Sub Committees may be offered as a stepping stone toward later Board opportunities

Contact

Contact: [e-mail] for more information