HomeFront Board Member

Volunteer Board Member – Recruitment Posting

About HomeFront

HomeFront is a non-profit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence in the Calgary and Red Deer area. HomeFront is an internationally recognized, research validated, leading edge, coordinated community-justice response to domestic violence. Working together with justice, law enforcement and the community, HomeFront shares a common vision and goal to reduce domestic violence.

Our Vision:

A society free of domestic violence where everyone has the opportunity to realize their full potential.

Our Mission:

Create a safe community by eliminating domestic violence through direct client services, justice coordination and facilitated community action.

Our Board:

HomeFront is governed by a Board of Directors who bring diverse expertise to the Board table, as well as a commitment to the organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values. The Board is responsible for overseeing and providing strategic direction to HomeFront, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and monitoring the organizations long-term sustainability.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities of Individual Board Members

• Approve and demonstrate a commitment to HomeFront’s Mission, Vision, and Values;
• Ensure programs and services are consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values, responsive to the needs of the communities HomeFront serves, and aligned with HomeFront’s Strategic Plan;
• Govern HomeFront by establishing Board policies and objectives;
• Direct (at a high level) the work of the Executive Director;
• Select, monitor and evaluate the work of the Executive Director;
• Ensure a succession plan is in place for the Executive Director and the Board;
• Participate in mentoring and recruiting new Board Members;
• Develop HomeFront’s Strategic Plan, along with the Executive Director and HomeFront staff;
• Review Strategic Plan on an ongoing basis and develop work plans and committees to accomplish priorities;
• Review, monitor and approve HomeFront’s budget and financial objectives, plans, and actions;
• Review and approve material transactions; monitor HomeFront’s performance against the Strategic and Business Plans, including overseeing the operating results on a regular basis to evaluate whether HomeFront is being properly managed;
• Ensure ethical behavior and compliance with laws and regulations, auditing, and accounting principles and HomeFront’s own governing documents;
• Perform other functions as are prescribed by law, or assigned to the Board in HomeFront’s governing documents
• Commit to learning and continually building one’s knowledge and skills relative to the governance of the Board.

Requirements of Board Members:

• Commitment to the work of HomeFront;
• Maintains a good understanding of current HomeFront programs and initiatives;
• Acts as an ambassador for HomeFront and promotes the work of HomeFront in the community;
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity;
• Actively contributes to the operation of the Board by, among other things, preparing for and participating in meetings and substantive Board work; bringing issues to the table; considering different perspectives;
• Strong skillset with regards to financial acumen, risk management and government relations considered an asset;
• Attendance and participation in the following:
  • Board meetings, which are generally scheduled 8 – 10 times per year including a 3 – 4 hour annual retreat; attendance at a minimum of 80% of the meetings in a year is expected.
  • Annual General Meeting
  • Special events
  • Fund development events
  • Meetings of assigned Board committees
  • Board training sessions
• A time commitment of approximately four to six (4 to 6) hours per month, including meetings, preparation and committee work;
• Willingness to ask thoughtful questions, offer constructive challenge and express a view in the best interest of HomeFront;
• Agreement to the Code of Conduct of Directors of HomeFront;
• Completion of an annual conflict of interest declaration and an Oath of Confidentiality;
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn about, domestic violence and its impact on families;
• A personal financial contribution to HomeFront each year, at a level meaningful to you; and
• Previous Board experience is an asset.

Term of Board Members: Directors shall serve for a term of two (2) years and may be elected for consecutive terms. Directors may be considered for Board officer roles, including Chair, as their interest and experience allow.

Who We Are Looking For

We are especially interested in hearing from candidates with experience in government relations, public policy or advocacy at the municipal, provincial or federal level. As HomeFront works closely with government partners and funders, this experience will help strengthen our relationships and our voice on policy that affects families experiencing domestic violence.

HomeFront serves a diverse community across Calgary and Central Alberta, and we believe our Board is strongest when it reflects the people we serve. We warmly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized and newcomer communities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, people with lived experience, and residents of Central Alberta.

Application Process

HomeFront is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals representing diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We will collaborate with you to meet your needs.

Salopek HR will be assisting HomeFront with recruitment for this position. Interested applicants may submit a letter with their expression of interest and resume to Janyce Rideout at janyce@salopekconsulting.com. This posting will close on November 6, 2026.