Board Members

Board Members are responsible for providing governance, strategic leadership, and oversight to ensure the organization fulfills its mission, remains financially sustainable, and complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Board Members act in the best interests of the organization and support its long-term success through informed decision-making and active engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Governance and Oversight

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings and committee meetings.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan.


• Establish and review organizational policies and governance practices.


• Ensure the organization operates in accordance with its mission, vision, values, bylaws, and applicable legislation.


• Monitor organizational performance and outcomes.

Financial Stewardship

• Review and approve annual budgets and financial statements.


• Monitor the organization's financial health and sustainability.


• Ensure appropriate financial controls, risk management, and accountability measures are in place.


• Support fundraising efforts and contribute to resource development initiatives.

Advocacy and Community Engagement

• Serve as an ambassador for the organization within the community.


• Promote awareness of the organization's mission, programs, and services.


• Assist in building relationships with donors, community partners, stakeholders, and volunteers.

Executive Leadership Support

• Hire, support, and evaluate the Executive Director.


• Provide guidance and support to organizational leadership while respecting operational boundaries.


• Participate in succession planning and leadership development initiatives.

Board Member Expectations

• Demonstrate commitment to the organization's mission and values.


• Prepare for and attend Board meetings regularly.


• Maintain confidentiality regarding Board discussions and organizational matters.


• Exercise sound judgment, integrity, and ethical conduct.


• Disclose and appropriately manage conflicts of interest.


• Participate in Board orientation, education, and development opportunities.


• Serve on at least one Board committee, as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Passion for and commitment to the organization's mission.


• Ability to think strategically and contribute to governance discussions.


• Experience in areas such as: human resources, government relations, fundraising, marketing/communications, public relations, board governance, policy development or business management is considered an asset.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse stakeholders.

• Attend 6 Board meetings annually.


• Participate in committee meetings and special events as required.


• Dedicate approximately 2-3 hours per month to Board-related activities.

• Online Application Form Below
• Email: sgrocholski@jocelynhouse.ca (Include Opportunity ID)