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ROLE DESCRIPTION: ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER

Call for Applications!

Joining our advisory board offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of women entrepreneurs and contribute to the advancement of gender equity in Canadian entrepreneurial ecosystems. If you are passionate about supporting women, driving social change, and fostering inclusive economic growth, we invite you to apply and join us in our mission.

DETAILS

Position: Advisor Location: Remote Term: 2 years

Start Date: January 2025

Application Deadline: October 31, 2024

Application Instructions: Please fill out this form, including 2 letters of reference

Nomination Instructions: If you wish to nominate another, please use this form. Members of the Board of Advisors are volunteers who serve without remuneration.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated commitment to feminist principles and gender
• Extensive experience in entrepreneurship, business leadership, or a related field.
• Proven track record of mentorship and support for women
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse
• Strategic thinking and analytical abilities, with a keen understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing women in entrepreneurship.
• An understanding of the Canadian political landscape, structures, and relevant
• Knowledge of governance and funding models, particularly for not for profit organizations
• Active involvement in feminist and/or entrepreneurship communities is
• Large community or network, with strong ties
• Time commitment: Regular attendance at advisory board meetings (virtual or in-person) and availability for ad-hoc consultations and engagements as

We particularly encourage Individuals in law, finance and accounting, fundraising, and the arts to apply.

 

Role Responsibilities

• Strategic Guidance: Provide strategic direction and advice to the organization’s leadership team on initiatives, programs, and policies that advance feminist principles in entrepreneurship.
• Advocacy and Networking: Act as an ambassador for the organization, advocating for gender equity in entrepreneurship and expanding our network by connecting with potential partners, sponsors, and stakeholders who share our vision.
• Thought Leadership: Contribute thought leadership articles, blog posts, or presentations on topics related to feminist entrepreneurship, sharing insights, best practices, and innovative ideas to inspire and educate our community.
• Evaluation and Feedback: Participate in periodic reviews and assessments of the organization’s programs and initiatives, providing constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion within the organization and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem; advocate for the representation of women of all backgrounds and identities.
• Meetings will be 90 minutes, held (A total of 18 hours per year)
• We ask that applicants be passionate enough about this opportunity that they anticipate participating in at least 80% of the We want advisors who are engaged, diligent, and who take this role seriously. While we don’t REQUIRE attendance, we intentionally send out the topic in advance to ensure advisors can attend when the topic is an identified skillset/area of expertise.
• Preparation for meetings includes:
  • Have read the pre-meeting briefing
  • Be familiar with topics or have questions ready
  • Be ready to give your input, opinions, concerns
  • Be in the right frame of mind to brainstorm solutions, responses, etc
  • Bring any relevant articles, reports or research of interest to share

About the Board 

Advisors play a crucial role in guiding and shaping our mission to empower women and promote gender equity in the entrepreneurial landscape. Their expertise, insights, and commitment to feminist principles will inform our strategic decisions and ensure that our initiatives are aligned with our core values.

We aspire for this board to mirror the rich tapestry of voices and experiences that define not only our membership but also the vibrant mosaic of Canada. In this spirit, we extend a heartfelt invitation to Indigenous women, black women, women of color, newcomers, 2SLGBTQIA+, disabled women, young women (youth under 25), and all those who belong to equity-deserving groups. We urge them to seize this opportunity to amplify their community’s voices, whether through their own application or by nominating another remarkable woman who may not readily put herself forward.

About CanWCC

The Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC) is a nationally incorporated, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advocacy, advancement, and connection for and on behalf of its members. CanWCC’s membership consists of diverse

women-identified and non-binary entrepreneurs, and businesses that are at least 50% woman(en)-owned and led.

CanWCC focuses on three key interwoven activities to support its members:

1. Connection – through the development of a national network of women entrepreneurs, business owners, and the organizations that serve them.
2. Advocacy – on behalf of members, informed by members and supported by the national network.
3. Advancement – at the micro- and macro-level, facilitating economic opportunities for women business owners and building a stronger Canadian

CanWCC is the only chamber of commerce to have an equity pricing plan, as well as having a community membership so anyone might support our advocacy and our work, regardless of commerce membership eligibility.

At CanWCC, we work to provide a safe and respectful service and space for our neighbours, free of discrimination, oppression, and prejudice. You can read more about our values at https://canwcc.ca