Join Our Dynamic Team: Volunteer Board Members Needed at DTES Neighbourhood House!
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About This Opportunity
Seeking Passionate Board Members: Are you passionate about making a difference in the Vancouver Downtown Eastside? DTES Neighbourhood House is looking for dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. Whether you're skilled in legal matters, project management, HR, fundraising or interior design—especially of community-centred spaces—your expertise could greatly benefit our vibrant community.
About Us: The Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood House (DTES NH) is a secular, grassroots organization that provides a welcoming environment for residents to participate in community-driven programs. Our mission is to create opportunities for meaningful engagement in an equitable atmosphere of sharing and learning. Each year, we welcome nearly 9,000 residents, addressing critical issues like food insecurity and offering leadership, social, and recreational opportunities.
What We Offer:
- A chance to lead and shape strategic initiatives, including significant renovations of our new space and plans for temporary relocation.
- The opportunity to work closely with our Executive Director and lead various committees.
- Engagement in diverse initiatives that have a tangible impact on the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Active participation in monthly board meetings. Ensure preparedness to engaging in various subjects of our previously circulated agenda enhancing our board governance.
- Providing strategic direction and oversight to ensure the success of our initiatives.
- You may choose to lead a committee or initiative with the support of other volunteers.
Who We're Looking For:
- Individuals with a minimum 2-year commitment to making a difference.
- Expertise in law, project management, HR, fundraising or interior design would be an asset.
- Passion for community service and a desire to contribute to the DTES.
- Applicants are expected to be familiar with the DTES of Vancouver
Benefits of Joining:
- Influence real change in a community where 70% of residents have low incomes, with many facing homelessness or under-housing.
- Be part of an organization that places the Right to Food at the heart of its mission, working to improve nutrition in the DTES.
How to Apply: If you’re ready to make a significant impact, please send your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in joining our Board to Benita at natureandnatural1968@gmail.com.
Location & Heritage: Our activities take place within the Unceded Territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, honoring the land and its original caretakers.
Learn More: Discover more about our mission and how you can contribute at dtesnhouse.ca. Join us in our journey to empower and uplift the Downtown Eastside community through your leadership and expertise. Together, we can make a lasting impact!
Volunteer Requirements
Whether 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.
- Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity
- Resume or Linkedin profile
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- Own laptop with internet access and camera
- Cell plan that allows for free call