Volunteer Opportunities
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Board Members
We are currently accepting applications from passionate and dedicated community-minded women who are interested in serving on our Board of Directors. In particular, we are looking for skill sets such as human resources, non-profit board governance, fundraising, accounting, grant writing, and advocacy.
Responsibilities of the Board of Directors:
- Commitment to the advancement of TWRC’s mission, vision, and values;
- Ensure that adequate funding is available for meeting the functions of TWRC;
- Review and development of organizational policies;
- Oversight of budget, financials, strategic planning, personnel, governance, and fund development;
- Act as an ambassador on behalf of the Women’s Resource Centre.
Qualifications:
- Related education, experience, training, and/or a combination of the above;
- Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
- Specific knowledge or interest in one or more of the following areas:
- Non-profit sector dedicated to supporting community needs of women and families
- Family violence and/or sexual assault service provision
- Fundraising or grant writing
- Human Resources
- Finances/Accounting
Commitment:
- 2-year term;
- Attend 10 board meetings per year (fourth Wednesday of the month at 5:15pm)
- Join one working Board committee (e.g. fundraising, personnel, finance, events, governance)
- Attend and participate in Strategic Planning and Board Development workshops (approximately four times per year)
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a CV or application by January 4, 2020 to director@thewomenscentrebrandon.com. We thank all candidates in advance for their interest. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
