Board of Directors - Director with HR Experience

Title: Board Director (volunteer)

Location: Remote – Canada wide

About ShelterBox Canada:

ShelterBox is an international disaster relief charity which provides shelter, essential items and technical assistance to help some of the world’s most vulnerable people recover and rebuild their homes after disaster. We listen and adapt our support to the needs of each community, working together with those affected by disaster, alongside our supporters and partners.

ShelterBox is committed to working towards a future where no one goes without shelter after disaster, but we have our work cut out for us. Some projections suggest that the number of people displaced will grow to 250 million within 10 years. ShelterBox is headquartered in the UK. ShelterBox Canada is one of 14 affiliates around the world focused on raising awareness and funds for our vital aid.

Authority and Accountability:

The Board of Directors is the legal authority for ShelterBox Canada. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization. The Board will account to ShelterBox Canada’s members, funders and other key stakeholders through annual and periodic reports on the activities and finances of ShelterBox Canada, annual audited financial statements, and generally operating in an open and transparent manner.

Requirements:

• Commitment to the mission of ShelterBox Canada
• Willingness to devote the time required to work effectively as a Director
• Strategic vision and ability to think creatively
• Good, independent judgement
• Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of Board governance
• Willingness to reach out to personal and/or professional contacts to build organizational relationships and to seek/secure resources to fund our mission.
• Experienced HR Professional

Responsibilities:

ShelterBox Canada expects Directors to fulfill two essential roles:

• In its governance role, the Board protects the public interest as the legally responsible body
• In the role of supporter, Directors are active volunteers that help ensure the organization’s success by raising funds and awareness for the organization

A Board member is fully informed on organizational matters and participates in the Board’s deliberations and decisions in matters of policy, finance, mission, and personnel.

Term:

Board members are elected by the Membership or appointed by the Board for a 3 year term.

Time and Financial Commitments:

• All Board members are expected to attend Board meetings. Board meetings are generally held seven times per year on Wednesday evenings (6:00 pm Eastern time) via conference call.
• Board members are expected to act as ambassadors for the organization, raising funds and awareness in their communities in a way that suits their skills/network
• Board members are expected to make a financial contribution to ShelterBox Canada
• Estimated time commitment for general Board Members is 3-4 hours per month.

The ShelterBox Canada Board is committed to the principles of diversity and inclusiveness in its membership. ShelterBox Canada especially welcomes applications from Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of all sexual orientations and genders, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you have a disability which may affect your ability to apply or preform in this role, please email us at hr@shelterboxcanada.org and we would be happy to discuss what accommodations or modifications can be made to meet your needs.

To Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter to hr@shelterboxcanada.org by 5pm on September 22, 2025.