This position requires a commitment to serving youth and sharing the gospel. Board members will collaborate with fellow directors to make informed decisions that impact the organization’s programs and services.

Duties

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for the organization’s mission and goals.
• Participate in program development initiatives
• Engage in relationship management with stakeholders, including community partners, staff, and families.
• Oversee financial health through budgeting and resource allocation to ensure sustainability.
• Participate in fundraising, donation and other revenue generating initiatives
• Utilize administrative experience to support organizational policies and procedures.
• Supervise program management efforts, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Attend regular board meetings and participate in committee work as needed.

Skills

Governance and Strategy

• Help develop and approve the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Review and approve annual budgets, financial statements, and major policies.
• Monitor organizational performance against strategic goals and program outcomes.
• Ensure programs align with Christian faith-informed values and safe practices for youth.

Christian Faith and Board Culture

• Uphold the organization’s Christian ethos and model servant leadership, integrity, and accountability.
• Participate in prayer, discernment, or other faith-based practices as appropriate and agreed upon by the board.
• Community Representation and Advocacy
• Act as ambassadors for the organization in the community; build partnerships and increase visibility.
• Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in board governance and program access.

Financial Stewardship and Fundraising

• Approve and monitor the annual budget; oversee internal controls and financial reporting.
• Actively participate in fundraising, donor stewardship, and community partnerships as able.
• Ensure sound financial practices and risk management.

Compliance, Risk Management, and Safeguarding

• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, and ONCA 2010 Not for Profit Corporation guidelines
• Oversee risk management, insurance, and safeguarding/child-protection policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and manage conflicts of interest per policy.

Time Commitment

• Attend board Year-end, Annual General and Ad-Hoc meetings
• Participate in occasional events, fundraising activities, and program evaluations.
• Some weeks may require additional time for special initiatives, strategic planning, or crisis response.

Term and Commitment

• Term length: Two years, extendable for additional terms per bylaws
• Reappointment/rotation to maintain board renewal and balance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Christian faith and alignment with the organization’s mission and values.
• Commitment to youth development and safeguarding children.
• Demonstrated governance, financial literacy, fundraising, or nonprofit management experience (preferred).
• Relevant professional background (e.g., finance, legal, education, youth services, communications, church leadership) is a plus.
• Strong integrity, collaboration, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Willingness to dedicate the required time and resources; ability to pass background checks and safeguarding training.
• Ability to serve as an effective ambassador and advocate for the organization.

Mandatory Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Not declared incapable under provincial law or any court with jurisdiction outside Canada.
• Not be in bankrupt status.
• Clean criminal record
• Must not have a history of being connected to an organization that has had its registered charity status revoked for a serious breach