Board Member - Eating Disorders Nova Scotia

Eating Disorders Nova Scotia is a rapidly growing, community-based organization. We believe that no one should have to face an eating disorder alone. Each year, we support well over a thousand individuals as they navigate their unique recovery journeys. Our supports include peer support groups, individual support, workshops, professionally led groups, support for families, education, resource navigation, and advocacy.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a collaborative and experienced leader to join our volunteer Board of Directors. This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for someone with nonprofit governance experience (or related expertise) who wants to make a tangible difference in the lives of those impacted by eating disorders.

Board Members provide strategic oversight and governance support to ensure Eating Disorders Nova Scotia remains transparent, accountable, and positioned for long-term sustainability.

Why Join Eating Disorders Nova Scotia

• Make a real impact: Your guidance will directly strengthen services that support thousands of Nova Scotians.
• Warm, collaborative culture: Join a Board that values compassion, community, and supportive leadership.
• Grow with a growing organization: Eating Disorders NS is in an exciting period of expansion, and your expertise will meaningfully shape our future.
• Manageable commitment: A predictable and reasonable time commitment with clear expectations and strong staff support.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight

• Help define the organization’s mission, vision, and long-term goals by participating in strategic planning and priority setting
• Monitor progress against strategic goals and organizational performance
• Challenge assumptions and contribute independent judgement to major decisions
• Ensure the organization remains responsive to emerging opportunities, risks, and community needs

Organizational & Fund Development

• Support the organization’s long-term financial sustainability by reviewing budgets, financial statements, and major resource decisions
• Contribute to fundraising, donor development, sponsorship, and partnership opportunities
• Participate in committees, special initiatives, and organizational development activities
• Support the organization’s senior leadership through evaluation and succession planning

Governance & Accountability

• Act in the best interests of the organization and be an ambassador for the organization’s mission
• Understand and comply with bylaws, governing documents, policies, and applicable legal requirements
• Attend and prepare for board and committee meetings, and actively participate in decisions
• Oversee financial controls, risk management, compliance, and organizational policies
• Disclose and appropriately manage conflicts of interest and maintain confidentiality
• Contribute to board recruitment, succession, education, and effectiveness

You might be a great fit if you:

• Have previous experience with strategic planning, governance, or non-profit leadership
• Care deeply about the organization’s mission of supporting those with eating disorders
• Bring expertise in legal, financial, clinical, or research fields
• Can commit the time needed to prepare for and actively participate in board meetings

Time Commitment

• Approximately 4–6 hours per month, including quarterly board meetings, four sub-committee meetings per year, review of board documents and occasional email follow-up

How to Get Involved

If you’re passionate about strengthening community mental health supports and want to contribute your financial skills to a growing organization, we would love to hear from you.

Eating Disorders Nova Scotia recognizes the overrepresentation of white/non-racialized voices within our organization. Therefore, we prioritize the contributions, perspectives, and lived experiences that individuals from Black, Indigenous, and racialized communities bring to our organization's work. We also encourage those who have had direct experience with eating disorder recovery to apply and self-identify in their cover letter.

To apply:

Please send us your resume and a brief explanation of why you’re excited to join our team, highlighting the skills and experience that make you an excellent match for this role.

Send to: Hannah Baillie at Board@eatingdisordersns.ca

With subject line: General Member, Board of Directors

For more information on Eating Disorders Nova Scotia, visit us at www.eatingdisordersns.ca