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<ul>	<li>This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.&nbsp;</li>	<li>Associate Directors are expected to contribute a minimum of 10 hours per week and be responsive to emails within 48 hours.&nbsp;</li>	<li>STW™ welcomes volunteers who are seeking skill-based volunteering opportunity. STW™ shall provide "letter of recommendation" &nbsp;professionals who demonstrate outstanding contribution for professional references.&nbsp;</li></ul>SUMMARY: Save the Water™ is seeking a Business Development Associate Director: Grants to manage the Grants Campaigns with a team of enthusiastic volunteers.&nbsp;PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul>	<li>	Research, identify and apply for local, state, federal and private foundation funding sources for specific projects and programs.	</li>	<li>	Review grant proposals and applications for completeness, accuracy and timeliness; manage grant applications by working with various departments in the application and monitoring process to ensure successful grant awards and grant compliance.	</li>	<li>	Provide utmost support and assistance to the Development (Fundraising) Director and be a part of the Grants Program.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Design, prepare and implement grant applications. Research and compile information on grant prospects.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Develop a grants administration work plan which includes goals, objectives and measurable workload indicators for the grants function.	</li>	<li>	Oversee the management of the Grants Division, supporting the director as necessary and ensuring the production of effective, high-quality proposals and reports.	</li>	<li>	Manage and Lead a team of 5-10 volunteers, holding them accountable for their work.	</li>	<li>	Should be able to attend virtual team meetings as scheduled in the EST timezone.	</li></ul>EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:<ul>	<li>	Bachelor degree (or currently enrolled in a degree program) or comparable work experience (at least 5 years or more full time paid corporate/non - profit work experience).	</li>	<li>	The Associate Director - Grants must have excellent writing skills and have a successful track record of securing grant funds in the non-profit sector. Strong writing is key to the success of this position and must be strategic, analytical, and data-informed.	</li>	<li>	Experience securing major private and/or governmental grants; experience with foundation relations (especially in the Science and Technology Communities/Foundations, and/or tech nonprofit space); experience leading fundraising campaigns and/or soliciting donations from individuals, corporate, etc.	</li>	<li>	Strong knowledge of and experience with fundraising databases and best practices.	</li>	<li>	Minimum 5+ years of fundraising, sales, marketing, communications, event planning experience	</li>	<li>	Candidates resident in North America and Canada preferred	</li></ul>

Save the Water

Business Development Associate Director: Grants

<ul>	<li>This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity.&nbsp;</li>	<li>Project leaders are expected to contribute a minimum of 8 hours per week and be responsive to emails within 48 hours.</li>	<li>STW™ welcomes volunteers who are seeking skill-based volunteering opportunity. STW™ shall provide "letter of recommendation" &nbsp;professionals who demonstrate outstanding contribution for professional references.</li></ul>SUMMARY: Save the Water™ is seeking a Project Leader: Digital Partnership to oversee the strategic planning and execution of a digital fundraising program.&nbsp;PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul>	<li>	Oversee efforts to acquire and engage donors through all digital channels (email, social media, websites, etc.) with a goal of maximizing long-term revenue.	</li>	<li>	Collaborate and partner with the internal stakeholders to overlay fundraising strategies over existing digital outreach in a way that increases overall engagement, increases donor conversion rates, and supports long-term strategic network objectives.	</li>	<li>	Assist the Associate Director: Digital Partnership in growing our nonprofit organization, and serve as primary liaison to the Development Director in preparing for donor engagements.	</li>	<li>	Develop targeted communications and approaches for key segments of the donor market and maintain a comprehensive fundraising and donor database	</li>	<li>	Manage and Lead a team of 5 volunteers, holding them accountable for their work	</li>	<li>	Should be able to attend virtual team meetings as scheduled in the EST timezone.	</li>	<li>	Familiarity with Salesforce CRM or other Customer Relationship Management or equivalent software for managing donor campaigns is preferable.	</li></ul>EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:<ul>	<li>	Expertise and knowledge in creating successful direct mail, marketing materials, online giving appeals including social media, and campaigns including integration of e-commerce platforms..	</li>	<li>	Experience in developing a robust digital acquisition and development program leveraging all digital mediums to grow the program through email list rentals, Facebook Business Manager and Google AdWords	</li>	<li>	Digital copywriting experience. The essence of marketing is the message, and you must understand how to move people to action.	</li>	<li>	Data analysis and strategic decision making, and a relentless focus on results.	</li>	<li>	Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g. HubSpot, Mailchimp, etc), and familiarity with email set up and delivery best practices	</li>	<li>	Bachelor’s degree required with at least 4 years of progressive successful management experience in fundraising, donor cultivation, sales, marketing or business development, digital marketing, online marketing, advertising is preferred.	</li>	<li>	Candidates resident in North America and Canada preferred	</li></ul>

Business Development Project Leader: Digital Partnership

PIONEERING DIGITAL FRONTIERS: ENGAGE WITH THE CANADIAN HISPANIC-LATIN AMERICAN VIRTUAL MUSEUM (CHLAVM) APPLY TODAY! Job Title: Interactive Museum 2D/3D UX/UI Designer and Developer Job Location: Remote Compensation: No remuneration; Opportunity for co-op, Canadapstones, volunteer, project placement, etc. Number of Hours per Week: 5-20 (to be determined) Start Date: Immediately Join us in shaping the digital frontier of the Canadian Hispanic-Latin American Virtual Museum! You will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the presence of the online museum (<a href="https://chlavm.ca" target="_blank">https://chlavm.ca</a>). This position offers an exciting opportunity for students passionate about combining UX/UI design principles with interactive web development. Joining our team involves contributing to the creation of an engaging, minimalist, yet interactive 2D/3D site for the museum. Applicants can choose to submit portfolios showcasing UX/UI design projects, JavaScript development expertise, and any relevant experience in interactive&nbsp;web&nbsp;design. Tasks and Responsibilities:<ul>	<li>	Collaborate on mapping and designing the 2D/3D&nbsp;interactive component of the museum using UX/UI principles.	</li>	<li>	Utilize JavaScript, potentially React, and Three.js to create an engaging and interactive 2D/3D site.	</li>	<li>	Implement animations and interactive elements to craft a visually appealing yet minimalist design.	</li>	<li>	Work on user experience (UX) enhancement, quality assurance (QA), playtesting, and design aspects.	</li>	<li>	Contribute to both frontend and backend development for seamless site functionality.	</li>	<li>	Writing code and integrating interactive features for user-interaction.	</li>	<li>	Troubleshooting technical issues and providing timely resolutions.	</li>	<li>	Collaborating effectively with the development team for updates and improvements.	</li>	<li>	Implementing and monitoring security measures to safeguard data.	</li>	<li>	Assisting with the integration of various multimedia content for exhibits.	</li>	<li>	Administrative tasks pertaining to job duties and related responsibilities.	</li></ul>Required Skills:<ul>	<li>	Proficiency in UX/UI design principles for interactive web applications.	</li>	<li>	Strong knowledge of JavaScript, with potential experience in React and Three.js.	</li>	<li>	Ability to implement animations and interactive elements for a captivating user experience.	</li>	<li>	Experience in QA, playtesting, and design iteration for optimal user engagement.	</li>	<li>	Proficiency in both frontend and backend web development to ensure holistic site&nbsp;functionality.	</li>	<li>	Collaboration skills to work alongside UX/UI teams for effective integration.	</li>	<li>	Collaborate with UX/UI team to ensure seamless integration of 3D models within web environments.	</li>	<li>	Participate in user flow analysis to optimize user interactions with 3D content.	</li>	<li>	Iterate and refine user interface designs to enhance user experience with 3D elements.	</li>	<li>	Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to implement 3D models in a user-friendly manner.	</li>	<li>	Ability to diagnose and solve technical issues efficiently.	</li>	<li>	Effective communication skills to collaborate within a team and assisting virtual visitors.	</li>	<li>	Understanding of cybersecurity measures to protect digital assets.	</li>	<li>	Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects forward without constant&nbsp;supervision.	</li>	<li>	Enthusiasm for technology and a keen interest in cultural heritage.	</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul>	<li>	Language Required: English, fluency in Spanish is an asset but not required.	</li>	<li>	Level of Education: Post-Secondary is a minimum. Open to students.	</li>	<li>	Capability to perform the above tasks and responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.	</li>	<li>	Successful applicants will need to provide a criminal record check and sign NDA.	</li></ul>

Canadian Hispanic-Latin American Virtual Museum

Interactive Museum 2D/3D UX/UI Designer and Developer

<h3>About:</h3>Discover a Career with Purpose at Victoria Manor – where compassionate care meets community connection.Nestled in the heart of Lindsay, Ontario, Victoria Manor is a 166-bed municipal long-term care home dedicated to delivering exceptional, resident-focused care in a warm and welcoming environment. More than just a place to live, Victoria Manor is a vibrant and inclusive community where residents thrive with dignity, connection, and joy.Every corner of our Home—from our four thoughtfully designed home areas to our serene gardens and engaging programs—is built around one central goal: supporting the well-being and independence of those we serve. We take pride in fostering a culture of respect, inclusion, and partnership, not only among our interprofessional care teams, but also with residents’ families and the broader community.Guided by the City of Kawartha Lakes’ values of accountability, respect, and teamwork, Victoria Manor is committed to delivering personalized, holistic care. Our staff are empowered to make meaningful contributions, supported by a strong leadership team that encourages innovation and excellence in every aspect of service delivery.As a municipally owned home proudly operated in partnership with Sienna Senior Living, we leverage Sienna’s nationally recognized ‘Circle of Care’ model to ensure consistency, compassion, and quality in all that we do. Together, we’re working to enhance quality of life while ensuring that our services are delivered in a fiscally responsible, open, and transparent manner.Victoria Manor plays an integral role in the local health system—recognized not only as a trusted care provider, but also as a high-performing employer of choice that values its team members and invests in their growth.<h3>Position Overview:</h3>As a key executive leader reporting directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Director/Administrator, Long Term Care, is entrusted with the full strategic, operational, and cultural leadership of the Home. This role is accountable for driving excellence in care, service, and performance across all aspects of Victoria Manor’s operations—clinical, non-clinical, and organizational.This is a transformative leadership opportunity to shape and sustain a high-performing, values-driven long-term care environment that champions resident-centered care, safety, and quality of life. The Director/Administrator plays a critical role in setting the strategic vision for the Home, building a strong culture of collaboration, and ensuring alignment with municipal priorities, provincial standards, and evolving sector expectations.As an integral member of the City’s Senior Management Team, the successful candidate will lead complex teams through innovation, performance management, and continuous quality improvement, while also serving as a trusted community partner and advocate. With a strong focus on financial stewardship, stakeholder engagement, and workforce development, the Director/Administrator will be instrumental in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability.We are seeking a forward-thinking, systems-oriented leader who thrives in complex, regulated environments. The ideal candidate brings a depth of experience in long-term care leadership, a strong grasp of policy and governance, and an unwavering commitment to equity, compassion, and service innovation. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact on a thriving community and contribute meaningfully to the future of seniors’ care in Ontario.<h3>The Senior Leadership Team – City of Kawartha Lakes:</h3>As a member of the City of Kawartha Lakes’ Senior Leadership Team, you play a pivotal role in advancing strategic priorities, ensuring operational excellence, and upholding the highest standards of public service. This position requires a deep understanding of municipal governance, intergovernmental relations, financial stewardship, and policy development within a complex and highly regulated environment.Leaders at this level demonstrate sound judgment, strategic vision, and a collaborative approach to driving organizational improvement and community impact. With proven expertise in public administration, performance management, and stakeholder engagement, they lead with integrity and innovation. They bring advanced skills in communication, risk mitigation, and conflict resolution, while maintaining the utmost discretion, professionalism, and compliance with privacy and ethical standards.Senior leaders actively foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, leveraging data-informed decision-making and modern tools such as Business Intelligence and Key Performance Indicators to guide outcomes. Through strong interpersonal acumen and commitment to service excellence, they build trusted relationships across departments, Council and Committee(s), the community, and senior levels of government—contributing meaningfully to a healthy, sustainable future for the City of Kawartha Lakes.<h3>Qualifications:</h3><ul>	<li>Possess an advanced post-secondary degree in Business, Social Sciences, Healthcare Management or related field.</li>	<li>Demonstrated experience in progressively senior roles within the municipal, healthcare, long-term care and/or non profit sectors.</li>	<li>Must hold a Long Term Care Home Administration Certificate (including a minimum 100 hours of instruction time) or obtain within 24 months.</li>	<li>Knowledge of municipal structures, functions and financing of local governments and their relations with federal and provincial governments.</li></ul><h3>&nbsp;Compensation:</h3><ul>	<li>Excellent compensation package designed to attract star performers.</li></ul>Please apply in confidence to:Charline Lauria Maxwell Management Group Ltd. <a href="mailto:charline@maxwellmanagementgroup.com" target="_blank">charline@maxwellmanagementgroup.com</a> 1-855.305.4078 ext. 202

Maxwell Management Group Ltd

Director/Administrator, Long Term Care

What you’ll be doingStevens-Johnson Syndrome Canada is a non-profit Charity that aims to promote health by providing people suffering from Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (SJS/TEN) as well as their families and caregivers with access to related counseling, support groups and information programs.&nbsp;The President, a survivor of SJS/TEN founded this organization about 10 years ago. The intention is to promote education by providing workshops, forums and seminars about the disease and its effects, to the public and medical professionals.&nbsp; Key Duties and Responsibilities &nbsp; 1. Fundraising Campaign Planning and Execution&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Assist in brainstorming and developing creative fundraising ideas.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Help design and implement online and offline fundraising campaigns.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Create and distribute promotional materials to raise awareness about fundraising efforts.	</li></ul>2. Event Planning and Support&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Organize and execute fundraising events such as galas, charity runs, auctions, or bake sales.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, vendor relations, and volunteer recruitment.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Promote events through social media, email, and community outreach.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Assist on the day of the event with setup, registration, and engaging attendees.	</li></ul>3. Donor Outreach and Stewardship&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Research and identify potential donors, sponsors, and grant opportunities.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Assist in writing personalized thank-you notes or emails to donors.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Help maintain donor databases and track contributions.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Support ongoing relationships with donors by providing updates on the impact of their contributions.	</li></ul>4. Online Fundraising and Social Media Engagement&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Assist in creating engaging content to promote fundraising efforts on social media platforms.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Manage peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and encourage participation.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Share impact stories to inspire donations.	</li></ul>5. Grant Support&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Collaborate with the team to identify grant opportunities.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Assist with gathering materials for grant applications or reports.	</li></ul>6. Community Engagement<ul>	<li>	&nbsp;Act as a representative of the nonprofit, sharing its mission and goals at events and in the community.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Help secure partnerships with local businesses or organizations to support fundraising efforts.	</li></ul>7. Reporting and Feedback&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Track and report on the success of fundraising efforts, including metrics like funds raised, attendance, and donor engagement.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Provide feedback on what worked well and areas for improvement in campaigns or events.	</li></ul>Key Skills and Qualifications<ul>	<li>	Strong communication and interpersonal skills.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Enthusiasm for the nonprofit’s mission and fundraising goals.	</li>	<li>	Creativity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Basic organizational skills to manage tasks and meet deadlines.&nbsp;	</li>	<li>	Experience with social media, event planning, or donor relations is a plus	</li></ul>RequirementsWhether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.<ul>	<li>	Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Reference check	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Reliable access to a computer and internet	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Own laptop with internet access and camera	</li></ul>Skills and Experience<ul>	<li>	Financial Planning	</li>	<li>	Financial Service Assistant	</li>	<li>	Microfinance	</li>	<li>	Donor Management	</li>	<li>	Grant Writing/Research	</li>	<li>	Fundraising	</li></ul>​​​​​

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Canada

Volunteer Fundraising Team Member

The Mindful Word is a collective of volunteers committed to creating a culture of engaged living. We publish articles on a range of topics related to mind-spirit, wholistic health, travel and the environment. For more information, visit:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.themindfulword.org/" target="_blank">www.themindfulword.org</a>.&nbsp;We're currently looking for a volunteer social media specialist to join the team.Responsibilities: As a social media specialist, you will be responsible for initiating and developing a sound internet marketing strategy for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You’ll pick which content to publish (from our site and the internet in general), publish it on a regular basis and follow up by interacting with readers&nbsp;on all three social networks. Requirements: - Strong knowledge of social media, with specific experience on either Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, and some familiarity with the other two platforms - Excellent communication skills - Good sense of initiativeInternship description: -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work from home -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Minimum six-month commitment, four hours/week&nbsp; -&nbsp; &nbsp; Letter of recommendation provided after three successful months&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Option to write for The Mindful Word and join the collective as a contributor-memberHow to apply:Send an email to Erica Roberts at <a href="mailto:erica@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">erica@themindfulword.org</a> with your cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, indicate your experience level in regard to Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.For more information contact:Erica Roberts, Editor - <a href="mailto:erica@themindfulword.org" target="_blank">erica@themindfulword.org</a>

The Mindful Word

Social Media Specialist

Volunteer Description We invite individuals who enjoy working with children and are interested in supporting families to apply to the Winnipeg Children's Access Agency! Volunteering at WCAA provides a person with the opportunity to supervise and record family visits to ensure that families can have a safe, neutral, and child focused visit together. Following a family visit, a volunteer will&nbsp;also write a summery of the visit. Volunteers must adhere to the Winnipeg Children’s Access Agency’s policies and procedures, including record-keeping requirements, confidentiality of agency and client information, and ethics. We also expect volunteers to demonstrate professionalism by being prompt and on time and to advise of&nbsp;their availability on a regular.&nbsp; As WCAA is a place that is free of judgment, volunteers need to be able to work objectively. A variety of training sessions will be provided before supervising a family on their own.&nbsp; Skills Required<ul>	<li>Must be 18 years of age or older.</li>	<li>Mature, reliable, responsible.</li>	<li>Strong typing skills and ability to record in a chrome book&nbsp;provided by the WCAA.&nbsp;</li>	<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written in English. Other languages are also an asset.</li>	<li>Must be able to be objective and factual during visits and while writing notes.</li>	<li>Subject to an interview and reference checks. Criminal record check, child abuse check, and adult abuse check is required. Criminal record check will be reimbursed after 50 hours of successful&nbsp;independent shifts.&nbsp;</li></ul>Time Commitment Monitors are required to attend three (3 hour training sessions on site) as well as shadowing existing monitors. After completing training, volunteers must advise of their availability and maintain contact with the WCAA.&nbsp; A shift is 3 hours in length and may be scheduled on a weeknight (Wednesday to Friday from 6:00pm-9:00pm) or during the day on weekends (Saturday and Sundy from 9:00-5:00pm). The Volunteer schedule is set well in advance of each month. Skills Gained From This Opportunity<ul>	<li>Development of highly employable and transferable observation and documentation skills.</li>	<li>Hands-on work experience for mature person with interest in families and children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.</li>	<li>Experience in working with families who have experienced interpersonal violence.</li>	<li>Experience in dealing with challenging situations and resolving conflict.</li>	<li>Highly satisfying experience for individuals interested in making an impact on their community and in helping to keep children and their families connected.&nbsp;</li>	<li>Maintaining professional relationships.</li>	<li>Recognizing and respecting diversity.</li>	<li>Mentoring and peer learning.</li>	<li>Casual employment is possible after approximately 50 hours of volunteering when positions become available.</li>	<li>This can be a great opportunity for students studying social work, criminology, law, psychology, and social family sciences.&nbsp;</li>	<li>This is also a great opportunity for individuals who have a variety of lived experience and are interested in continuing to work with families and children of all ages and abilities.&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;

The Winnipeg Children's Access Agency Inc.

Visitation Monitor

<ul>	<li>	This is an unpaid volunteer opportunity and as an Associate you are required to contribute a minimum of 5 hours per week	</li>	<li>	Associates must be willing to attend virtual meetings in EST Timezone and be responsive to emails within 48 hours.	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	STW™ will provide a "letter of recommendation" to interns, students &amp; professionals who are able to showcase outstanding performance for school/university credit and for professional references.	</li></ul>About Us:Save the Water™ is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to conduct water research to identify and remove harmful contaminants in water; and to raise public awareness about water contamination and its health impacts. STW™ &nbsp;also offers educational programs to excite young minds about water science.&nbsp;Our volunteers are diverse professionals from all over the world bringing their knowledge and experience to STW™ &nbsp;because we care deeply about our communities and water resources. We learn and collaborate in an open and empowering work environment to find long term solutions to water contamination problem. Our vision is “Contamination free, healthy water for all”To learn more about Save the Water™, please visit&nbsp; <a href="http://www.savethewater.org" target="_blank">www.savethewater.org</a>PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul>	<li>	Find a minimum of one (1) per week on the topics of water contamination and/or new water technology (4 per month)	</li>	<li>	Write a minimum of one (1) research-based article per month according to <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RFwenOiHjGdwPBpOxdx0urzRO_OkLBEsne2s9SqhQbw/edit" target="_blank">Writing Guidelines</a> on a topic approved by the Project Lead or Director related to water contamination or water treatment technology	</li>	<li>	Post article links/topics on Monthly Publishing Spreadsheet for Project Leader or Director approval	</li>	<li>	Accurately cite articles from professionally appropriate sources according to guidelines and submit them by the deadline stated on Monthly Publishing Spreadsheet	</li>	<li>	Assist other STW™ groups with writing assignments or research for writing assignments as needed	</li>	<li>	Research articles from appropriate sources according to guidelines as assigned	</li>	<li>	Maintain volunteer responsibilities and correspondence with Publishing staff	</li>	<li>	Report to Project Leader for the given project team	</li>	<li>	Attend Publishing group’s monthly meeting.	</li>	<li>	Complete the PWR at least on weekly minimum basis	</li>	<li>	Writing on water issues for external organizations	</li></ul>EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:<ul>	<li>	Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously.	</li>	<li>	Requires self-direction, tact, diplomacy and a clear, courteous and professional manner when dealing with the public.	</li>	<li>	Must demonstrate effective oral communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with staff inside and outside of the department.	</li>	<li>	Understanding of Peer Reviewed Sources	</li></ul>

Volunteer Publishing Associate: Researcher & Writer (Remote)

Are you an energetic community member, passionate about supporting a charity? Does helping wildlife align with your values? If so, this may be the position for you! Position:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Treasurer, Board of Directors Reports To:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Board Chair, Board of Directors &amp; Membership Reports From:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Co-Executive Director(s) Average Hours:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10 – 12 hours per month Organization The Wildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia (WRA)&nbsp;is a charitable non-profit dedicated to improving the welfare of urban wildlife. WRA partners with the community to protect wildlife by promoting coexistence and providing rescue and rehabilitation for animals impacted by human activity. With a wildlife hospital and Support Centre located on the south shore of Burnaby Lake, WRA engages tens of thousands of community members and provides care to thousands of animals each year from across the Lower Mainland, throughout British Columbia, and beyond. WRA has steadily evolved and adapted since it started in 1979. More recently, we have worked hard to re-align organizational strengths to accomplish greater mission achievement in response to an ever-increasing number of wildlife needing help. This allows WRA to operate one of the busiest wildlife rehabilitation facilities in Canada. WRA is now looking to recruit board members to contribute to our renewed growth and relevance. Board of Directors The role of the WRA Board of Directors is to:<ul>	<li>Provide leadership and oversight of the organization and its activities</li>	<li>Represent the interests of its members, and the broader community</li>	<li>Ensure broad organizational accountability and transparency; and</li>	<li>Facilitate active and meaningful external relationships.</li></ul>Board members are passionate about WRA’s mission and are committed to the organizational values of caring, collaboration, creativity and respect. In addition, as WRA embarks on innovative fund development initiatives moving forward, board members will be working collaboratively with senior staff to achieve critical philanthropic goals. The WRA Board of Directors has a governance mandate and develops policies and practices to allow senior staff to align operations with WRA’s mission, vision and values, as well as strategic objectives. The Board of Directors meets on a monthly basis and oversees the work of board committees that meet periodically to carry out specific roles. The Board reports annually to the membership and is individually and severally responsible for ensuring that the bylaws of the organization are followed. Ongoing work includes board recruitment, strategic planning, and performance evaluations of senior staff (Co-Executive Directors). Board Recruitment The WRA Board of Directors is currently recruiting for a Treasurer. The Treasurer is the primary financial officer and steward on the Board, and partners with senior staff to maintain the organization’s long-term financial sustainability through financial planning, annual budget preparation, regular financial reviews and periodic reporting (quarterly and annually). Treasurer Roles &amp; Responsibilities The Treasurer works in partnership with the Co-Executive Directors to ensure that effective financial systems and procedures have been established, are being consistently followed, and are in line with best practice and legal requirements. The Treasurer acts as an information and reference point for the Board: by summarizing current financial status; clarifying financial implications of proposals; confirming legal requirements; obtaining relevant documentation; and helping the Board manage financial risk through the development and implementation of financial policies.<ul>	<li>Oversees the management of the finances of the organization, including the budget, as approved and reviewed by the Board and managed by the Co-Executive Directors and/or other senior staff.</li>	<li>Ensures the keeping of clear and accurate financial records, reports, and returns as necessary to comply with the BC Societies Act and the Income Tax Act.</li>	<li>Ensures financial policies and procedures are adhered to by the Board and staff.</li>	<li>Provides quarterly reports to the Board on the financial state of the organization, ensuring the Board understands the finances of the organization so that sound decisions can be made.</li>	<li>Serves as Chair of the Finance Committee.</li>	<li>Acts as a signing officer of the Board.</li>	<li>Meets annually with the auditor to finalize the financial statements of the organization and presents the statements to the membership at the Annual General Meeting.</li></ul>Treasurer Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following:<ul>	<li>A professional accounting designation (e.g., Canada, CGA, CMA, CPA).</li>	<li>Professional experience in annual accounts review and reporting.</li>	<li>Familiarity with business accounting methods and practices.</li>	<li>Familiarity with online accounting software (QuickBooks).</li>	<li>Availability to mentor staff in learning financial systems.</li>	<li>Previous experience as a non-profit treasurer preferred.</li></ul>The Treasurer role renews annually according to the WRA Bylaws, and candidates are asked to consider making a minimum two-year commitment from the time of appointment/election. Board Responsibilities All members of the Board have the following duties:<ul>	<li>Commit to the WRA mission, vision, and values</li>	<li>Represent and report annually to the WRA membership</li>	<li>Follow WRA’s Bylaws and best practices in non-profit governance</li>	<li>Maintain arms-length relationships with each other and third parties</li>	<li>Practice high standards of confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest</li>	<li>Participate in strategic planning and performance review for the organization</li>	<li>Establish policies and procedures to meet regulatory and other legal requirements</li>	<li>Develop, review and approve new governance and operational policies</li>	<li>Attend and participate in all meetings of the Board and membership</li>	<li>Serve on one or more board committee(s) and actively engage in work</li>	<li>Participate in the recruitment, management and evaluation of the Co-Executive Director(s)</li>	<li>Support ongoing activities of the Board, including recruitment and self-evaluation</li>	<li>Support the organization’s development and culture of philanthropy as a donor</li>	<li>Represent WRA as an ambassador to professional and personal networks</li>	<li>Know the community issues relevant to the mission and objectives of WRA</li></ul>Board Member Qualifications Ideal candidates will have the following attributes:<ul>	<li>Ability to actively listen to multiple views and work well as part of a multi-dimensional team</li>	<li>Skilled at cultivating relationships with staff, other board members volunteers and donors</li>	<li>Understands the importance of a healthy board culture and inspirational leadership</li>	<li>Familiar with meeting Rules of Order, the BC Societies Act and organizational bylaws</li>	<li>Previous governance-level experience on a non-profit board of directors</li>	<li>Commitment to follow through on tasks and complete assignments</li>	<li>Strong organizational skills with attention to detail</li>	<li>Excellent communication skills</li></ul>To learn more about WRA, please visit our website (<a href="http://www.wildliferescue.ca" target="_blank">www.wildliferescue.ca</a>).

WILDLIFE RESCUE ASSOCIATION OF BC

Treasurer, Board of Directors

Description Emergency Boarding Foster Volunteers are responsible for helping the cat/dog in their care thrive until they are ready to be reclaimed by their owner.&nbsp; This will include feeding the animals at least twice a day, possibly more, cleaning litter boxes (for cats), exercising (for dogs) and socializing the animals.&nbsp; It may also include administering oral medications. Time Commitment Typically varies from 1 to 4 hours a day depending on the situation.&nbsp; Emergency Boarding Foster terms generally last between 1 and 3 months, but may be up to 6 months. Roles and Responsibilities<ul>	<li>Maintain clean and tidy environment</li>	<li>Provide treats, food, clean water and clean bedding as required</li>	<li>Clean and change kitty litter, as required</li>	<li>Bathe and groom dog, as necessary and if comfortable doing so</li>	<li>Provide a structured and loving environment</li>	<li>Assist in the maintenance of the animal’s health and welfare (includes exercise for dogs)</li>	<li>Administer medication, as required and as instructed</li>	<li>Ensure any veterinary appointments are kept</li>	<li>Ensure animal is safe and secure</li>	<li>Return animal to GTHS Animal Centre upon request</li>	<li>Follow appropriate protocol, policies and procedures</li></ul>Qualifications<ul>	<li>Be at least 18&nbsp;(younger members of the household may assist the primary Foster Volunteer and gain volunteer hours – please contact <a href="mailto:volunteer@gths.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@gths.ca</a> for details)</li>	<li>Everyone in the household must be in agreement</li>	<li>A room for fostering</li>	<li>Committed to animal welfare</li>	<li>Experience fostering or caring for cats / dogs is required</li>	<li>Self motivated</li>	<li>Ability to read and follow directions</li>	<li>Ability to follow protocol</li>	<li>Good communication skills</li></ul>

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