CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CAAN is currently seeking board members with any combination of the following skill sets:

– Financial management skills, Legal expertise, Public Policy
– Communications skills, Teamwork skills,
– Fund raising skills, Community Engagement

Other soft skills:

• Accountability, Independence
• Effective and clear communication
• Negotiation, Conflict resolution

Roles and responsibilities of board members:

– Ensure that policy decisions, programs and services align with CAAN’s mission.
– Participate in strategic planning processes.
– Develop fundraising strategies and assist with implementation.
– Oversee effective and responsible financial activities.
– Attend each board meeting or provide notice at least 1 week in advance if you are unable to attend.
– Stay up to date on board activities and follow-up actions required.

To be for a position on the Board of Directors at CAAN, you must:

– Be of Indigenous identity.
– Reside in Canada.
– Provide a vulnerable population check (the cost of which is not covered by CAAN).
– Not be in a position of bankruptcy.
– Have consistent access to a computer and reliable internet connection.
– Be available to meet once a month by phone or video.
– Previous experience participating in a governance structure is an asset.

To apply complete the board recruitment package and email it to

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Deadline to apply:

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