Board of Management Member (Volunteer)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY

Bring your skills, experience and perspective to a community-focused Board that helps guide programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors and families.

About Cecil Community Centre

Cecil Community Centre is a not-for-profit, multi-service neighbourhood centre that has served Toronto residents for more than 40 years. We offer recreational, educational, social, cultural and capacity-building programs that strengthen community well-being and connection.

Programs and services include an EarlyON Family Resource Centre, community drop-in programming, seniors’ health and wellness classes, youth programs, CecilKids! children’s programs and community partnerships that provide English-language instruction, income tax clinics and other supports.

The Centre is an accessible, multi-functional City of Toronto facility governed by an independent Board of Management. It also serves as a gathering place for community meetings, forums, workshops, courses, performances, tournaments and special events.

About the Board of Management

The Board of Management consists of 11 elected volunteer Board Members and the City Councillor for Ward 11. The Board provides governance, strategic oversight, policy direction and financial stewardship while supporting the Centre’s responsiveness to evolving community needs.

• Up to five Board Members may live outside the Centre’s catchment area.
• At least six Board Members, representing the majority of the Board, must live within the catchment area: Bloor Street West to Queen Street West, and Bathurst Street to University Avenue.

View the catchment area map.

Current Opportunity

The Board is seeking qualified applicants to fill vacant Board Member positions for two years term. We welcome individuals who bring diverse perspectives, relevant expertise and a genuine commitment to strengthening the community.

Who We Are Looking For

We are particularly interested in candidates who live within the Centre’s catchment area and bring experience in one or more of the following areas:

✓ Human Resources and Labour Relations ✓ Risk Management ✓ Finance and Accounting ✓ Marketing and Communications ✓ Fundraising and Resource Development ✓ Community Engagement ✓ Legal or Not-for-Profit Law ✓ Government Relations ✓ Governance and Board Experience ✓ Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility ✓ Strategic Planning ✓ Executive Leadership in the Non-Profit Sector

Previous board experience is an asset but is not required. Candidates who are eager to contribute, learn and grow in not-for-profit governance are encouraged to apply.

Board Member Expectations and Time Commitment

• Approximately 4 to 8 hours per month, including preparation and committee work
• Attendance at approximately 9 Board meetings each year
• Participation on at least one Board committee, such as Finance, Governance or Fundraising
• Attendance at the Annual General Meeting and occasional special meetings or strategic planning sessions
• Advance review of meeting materials and active, constructive participation in discussions and decisions

Meetings generally take place in the College/Spadina and Kensington Market neighbourhoods of Toronto.

Why Join the Board?

• Make a meaningful contribution to your community
• Help shape programs and services that improve residents’ quality of life
• Contribute to the strategic direction of a respected community organization
• Gain valuable volunteer governance and leadership experience
• Apply your professional expertise in support of a community-focused mission
• Build relationships with community leaders, partners and City representatives
• Support initiatives that promote equity, inclusion and community well-being

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a resident of the City of Toronto
• Not be in a restricted category as defined in the City of Toronto Public Appointments Policy

Read the City of Toronto Public Appointments Policy

Prior to appointment, successful candidates will also be required to:

• Become a member of Cecil Community Centre
• Sign a conflict-of-interest disclosure and a commitment to fulfil the responsibilities of the role
• Submit a current résumé or curriculum vitae
• Provide a short biography and professional headshot for publication on the Centre’s website

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Cecil Community Centre is committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who identify as 2SLGBTQI+, Black, Indigenous, racialized, persons with disabilities or members of other equity-deserving groups. Diverse perspectives strengthen governance, decision-making and community impact.

How to Apply

Send you application to recruitment@cecilcentre.ca along with a current resume/CV and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.

Cecil Community Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or physical or mental disability, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and providing barrier-free employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at recruitment@cecilcentre.ca , and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Successful candidates will be nominated through Cecil Community Centre's membership process and recommended for appointments through the City of Toronto public appointments process. Final appointments are subject to approval by Toronto City Council. Learn more about The City of Toronto’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.

Learn More

Visit www.cecilcentre.ca to learn more about Cecil Community Centre, its programs and its community impact.

While we wish to acknowledge all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.