Board Member – Centre for Local Prosperity

Expectations of board members:
Attend and participate in board meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able
Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by CLP
Help communicate and promote CLP mission and programs to the community
Participate in strategic planning processes to review purposes, programs, priorities, funding needs, and targets of achievement
Ensure financial responsibility by approving the annual budget and overseeing adherence to it
Understand and uphold the policies and procedures of CLP

Desired Skills and Experience:
Experience working or volunteering within the non-profit sector
Demonstrated commitment to climate change and/or local community development issues
Familiarity with the work of CLP
Prior non-profit management/board experience an asset, particularly board development and leadership experience and skills
Experience developing organizational policies, strategic planning, and human resource management
Experience, interest, and passion to support the development and implementation of fundraising strategies, activities and events
Knowledge of financial and fiduciary management
Accountable and reliable, able to work collaboratively in a virtual space/ environment
Excellent communication skills, event planning, promotions or marketing abilities, etc.
Ability to work collaboratively and have fun!

BENEFITS
Your work will have an immediate, tangible impact on a small organization which is gaining a large regional footprint
Gain governance experience that is highly specific to the nonprofit sector
Build meaningful, localized connections by plugging into our network
Any questions can be directed to:
Board President: Dayle Eshelby, dayle_eshelby@hotmail.com
Executive Director: Robert Cervelli robert@centreforlocalprosperity.ca

Apply:
Please send a letter of intent to robert@centreforlocalprosperity.ca for consideration.

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