Ontario Educational Leadership Centre - Volunteer Board Members

Term: 4 years per term with a maximum of 2 consecutive terms

Shape the next generation of leaders. The Ontario Educational Leadership Centre (OELC) is seeking visionary, community-minded professionals to fill at least three (3) executive officer vacancies on our volunteer Board of Directors. Help us govern, strategize, and expand our impactful youth leadership programs across Ontario.

Executive Officer Vacancies

We are currently recruiting specifically for the following key leadership roles on our Board Executive:

1. President and Chair of the Board: Provides strategic leadership to the Board, presides over meetings, and acts as the primary liaison between the Board and the Executive Director.
2. Vice President, Finance: Oversees the financial health of the organization, serves as Treasurer, and chairs the Finance Committee to manage budgets and stewardship.
3. Vice President, Administration: Manages corporate governance tracking, board records, and ensures organizational policies align with regulatory frameworks.

About OELC

Since 1948, OELC has empowered youth to maximize their potential as community agents of change. Serving over 1,600 students annually across Ontario, we deliver highly engaging leadership courses built around core pillars:

• Self-Awareness and personal growth
• Equity and Inclusion principles
• Teamwork and collaborative dynamics
• Communication skill-building
• Well-Being for individuals and teams
• Global Connections to school and community

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome all qualified applicants, including active, recently retired, or retired educators and professionals who bring diverse perspectives.

Core Qualifications

• Mission Alignment: Deep passion for youth development and empowering the next generation.
• Professional Expertise: Background in education, non-profit governance, finance, government relations, legal affairs, or fundraising.
• Commitment: Ability to dedicate at least 4 hours per month for board meetings, committee work, and organizational events.
• Strategic Mindset: Readiness to collaborate with the Executive Director on long-term growth and organizational sustainability.
• Valued Assets: Prior experience with youth programming, non-profit boards, or donor fundraising is highly advantageous.

Key Board Responsibilities

In compliance with the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA), directors owe a fiduciary duty and a duty of care to the organization while executing the following pillars:

1. Strategic Governance: Guide OELC's vision, shape effective oversight policies, and evaluate organizational performance.
2. Financial Stewardship: Oversee annual budgets, review statements, and advise on sustainable fundraising and grant-seeking activities.
3. Community Advocacy: Act as an ambassador to expand OELC’s professional networks and community profile.
4. Program Innovation: Support the Executive Director in monitoring program efficacy and developing forward-thinking leadership curricula.
5. Active Committee Work: Attend 5 annual board meetings and actively contribute to sub-committees (e.g., Finance, Governance).
6. Succession Planning: Participate in the ongoing recruitment, onboarding, and development of future board leadership.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

OELC is dedicated to building a board that reflects the diverse youth and communities we serve across Ontario. We strongly encourage applications from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized individuals, people of all genders and sexual orientations, and persons with disabilities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter outlining their skills, experience, and motivation to join the board.

• Contact Email: executivedirector@oelcccaso.com
• Attention To: Jeff Benner, President of OELC
• Application Deadline: July 15, 2026

Selection Process: All applications will be reviewed by our Governance Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by a member of the Board Executive for an interview.