BOARD MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
The Children’s International Learning Centre (CILC) is looking to add inspirational and collaborative individuals to our Board of Directors. Not-for-profit experience or transferable skills in legal, financial, P.R. and fundraising would be an asset.
Deadline to apply is May 26, 2023. We will be conducting interviews on a rolling basis. For more information please contact [email protected].
About the CILC:
Established in 1970, the Children’s International Learning Centre is an incorporated, charitable not-for-profit and volunteer- driven organization. The CILC is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and led by rotating Chairs. It is supported by volunteers, members, donors, grants and admissions. Please visit www.cilc.ca to learn more about us.
Vision: A world of care and respect for all people and our environment.
Mission: Promote respect for diversity and awareness of our world community through guided discovery and interactive artistic programmes.
Expectations of CILC Board Members
- Attend Board information retreat (approximately three hours in length, meet and greet, team building activities, goal setting)
- Be prepared (read committee reports and emails) for, attend and participate in monthly Board meetings (two hours in length)
- Serve a three year term, renewable once
- Be a member of the CILC in good standing with paid membership
- Attend and participate in the Annual General Meeting(AGM)
- Chair or be a member of a Committee
- Engage in respectful and motivational communication when communicating with all CILC volunteers, staff, donors, supporters and the public
- Work as a team member and actively support Board decisions; for example- fundraising
- Promote and adhere to the principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Roles and Responsibilities of CILC Board Members
- As a member of the governing board, provide leadership and be accountable to other members of the Board, the organization, funders and the community
- Assist in the organization’s strategic plan and participate in ongoing monitoring of measurable outcomes
- Approve budgets and monitor financial performance
- Act in accordance to the by-laws, code of conduct, policies and procedures of the organization
- Take minutes at one meeting per year
Application Process
- Fill out attached questionnaire and submit with resume to:
- Attn: Nominating Committee, Email: [email protected]
- Prospective candidates will be notified and interviewed.
