Board Member

Summary

• Job Title: Board Member (m/f/d)

About us

The Friends of the Vancouver Public Library is a charitable organization dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals and communities to engage with and support the Library and their local branches. With the support of its many and diverse members, the Friends operates book'mark, The Library Store and organizes annual book sales that have raised over $1 million for library programs across the city.

What you will do

• Participate in board meetings and contribute to strategic planning.
• Support the fundraising initiatives and community engagement activities.
• Collaborate with other board members and staff to achieve organizational goals.
• Advocate for the library and its programs within the community.

What we are looking for

• A passion for volunteering and the not-for-profit sector
• An interest in good not-for-profit governance
• Open-minded and willing to explore conflicting ideas
• Willing to take responsibility
• Expertise in one or more areas such as not for profit and/or community organizing and development; graphics design and communications,; or records management, document control, archives, business administration, and board secretarial experience,

Why join us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community.
• Collaborative and supportive board environment.
• Engage with a network of passionate individuals.
• Contribute to the growth and success of library programs.

Our Hiring process

• Review of applications and resumes.
• Initial interview with the selection committee.
• Final interview with the board chair.
• Decision and onboarding process.

Place of work / Location

• Location: Vancouver, Canada

How to apply for this job

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