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Volunteer board position
member at large

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Volunteer Board Position:  Member at Large

Come join a growing Board at a transformative and forward-thinking organization!

We are seeking three volunteer Board Members with expertise in any of the following areas:

  1. Communications, Marketing, and Brand Management

  2. Legal

  3. IT

This position would start in the spring of 2025 and continue until June 2027, with the potential to continue if elected for a further two years.  The Board of Directors meets up to 10 times a year, monthly and mostly virtually.  Meetings, when in-person, are held in central Toronto.  Previous board experience is an asset.  Familiarity with board governance of not-for-profit charities is preferred. ​

The expectation of all board members are:

  • Provide oversight of the Executive Director (ED) and the organization's strategic direction.

  • Believe in Extend-A-Family's vision, mission, and values.

  • Actively participate in board meetings and occasionally on committees or ad hoc working groups.

  • Attend two Extend-A-Family events annually.

  • Attend trainings or planning days as they arise (1 is expected per year).

  • Read materials provided prior to meetings.

  • Attend up to 10 board meetings, and AGM, 2 hours each.

It is anticipated that this will be a time commitment of 4 to 6 hours per month.​

Skills & Experience specific to each are of expertise:

Communications, Marketing, and Brand Management

  • Experience in developing and implementing communication strategies

  • Experience in developing and implementing marketing strategies

  • Ability to use, and assist other in using, online communication platforms

  • An understanding of marketing within the context of a non-profit organization

Legal

  • Formal training as a lawyer, regardless of whether you are currently practicing

  • Familiarity with the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act is an asset

  • Ability to ensure the organization meets all fiscal responsibilities and assist the ED to work through issues and identify any potential risks through the lens of a legal professional.

  • Please note that we will not expect the board member to provide legal advice on a paid or pro-bono basis.

IT

  • An understanding of small network systems

  • An understanding of cost-effective solutions to meet IT needs of a small team that works primarily remotely

How to Apply:

Email resume and letter highlighting why you are interested in Extend-A-Family.

Email to [email protected]  

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