Volunteer
TITLE: Board of Directors
COMPANY: Hope Restored Canada
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Board of Directors of Hope Restored Canada is recruiting up to 4 new members who embrace the vision and mission of Hope Restored Canada and want to make a difference in the lives of those who have been impacted by human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
The volunteer Board of Directors provides strategic leadership to and oversight of the organization. We are committed to excellence in our governance practices.
The Board of Directors meets approximately 4 times per year.
Three Board Committees meet between board meetings to oversee:
Fund development, Finance, Audit and Risk, Governance and Human Resources.
Our desire is to recruit a group of diverse, intergenerational, energetic and inspired individuals who share a passion for the cause. We are specifically looking for individuals who have knowledge and/or experience in one of more of the following:
- Financial/accounting acumen;
- Legal and/or business development;
- Marketing/communications;
- Philanthropy/fundraising;
- Social work/psychology;
- Community development;
- Public policy/government relations.
DESIRABLE QUALITIES, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES:
Personal qualities and characteristics:
- Commitment to the vision, values and mission of Hope Restored Canada;
- Integrity and trustworthiness, insisting that the organization also behave ethically;
- Informed judgment, being able to base decisions and actions on sound principles;
- Analytical skills, with well-developed conceptual thinking and problem solving skills.
Behavioral strengths:
- Ability to present opinions clearly, frankly, constructively and persuasively;
- Willingness and ability to listen attentively and respectfully;
- Ability to ask questions and contribute to discussion and dialogue;
- Flexibility, being open to new ideas, is strategically agile and responsive to change;
- Oriented to resolving conflict thoughtfully and respectfully;
- Dependability, enabling attendance and participation in meetings and supporting the board in fulfillment of its responsibilities.
Competencies:
- Strategic thinker;
- Future focused;
- Advocate for the organization’s vision and mission;
- Steward of the organization’s resources, identity and reputation;
- Intercultural competency.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to the attention of the board chair at
info@hoperestoredcanada.org