Board Member (Volunteer)

BOARD MEMBER (VOLUNTEER)

About Us

Established in 1966, SPARC BC’s mission is to work with communities to build a more just and healthy society for all. Our mission and values are guided by the desire for a just and healthy society based on five key principles: equity, social inclusion, security, adaptability, and equality.

The Opportunity

SPARC BC is seeking applicants for our volunteer board of directors. Those with skills, interest, or experience in the governance of SPARC BC are encouraged to apply for an open role. These are volunteer positions that provide the opportunity to make meaningful contributions that support SPARC BC’s mission, while connecting board members to a network of like-minded individuals serving a common goal. We are recruiting board members from all areas of BC.

Volunteer Roles Available

The following roles are available: Directors at Large (2) and a Treasurer.

Commitment

• Three-year term (renewable).
• Dedication to our mission of working with communities to build a more just and healthy society for all.
• Regular attendance at our quarterly board meetings. All meetings are held in-person at the SPARC BC office in Burnaby, with the option to attend remotely. Accommodation, travel, meals, and incidentals are provided by SPARC BC for those who attend in-person from outside the lower mainland.
• Attendance at our Annual General Meeting.
• Participation on one board committee (Nominations, Governance, or Finance). Committee meetings are typically conducted virtually and meet on an as-needed basis (often quarterly, sometimes more frequently depending on the work that needs to be undertaken).
• The expected time commitment for directors at large is 6-8 hours per quarter, with greater commitments required for executive positions (ie: Treasurer).

Qualifications

In addition to the specific qualifications indicated below, preference will be given to candidates with personal/professional experience in investment and finance experience, technology/IT or marketing.

Lived experience with disability is an asset. Non-profit board experience is an asset.

SPARC BC seeks to have representation from all areas of the province. Preference will be given to applicants from regions not represented by a current board member.

Director at Large (2)

We are looking for subject matter experts in

• Investment and finance
• Technology/IT
• Marketing

Your background might include

• Previous board governance experience, strategic leadership, and understanding of fiduciary responsibilities
• Financial acumen and ability to review budgets, financial reports, and funding proposals
• Knowledge of non-profit management, community development, or the social services sector
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Treasurer

What you would bring

• Senior-level financial, accounting, audit, or risk management experience
• Comfort reviewing financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and financial controls
• Experience with governance-level financial oversight (board or committee level)
• Ability to step into the Treasurer role
• Strong judgment and a disciplined approach to financial risk

What this role is not

• Not an operational finance role
• Not responsible for day-to-day financial management

Interested Applicants

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to miaburgess@live.ca Attn: Nominations Committee. Please complete the skills survey.