Volunteer Accountant for Jasper Community Habitat for the Arts

Description of Charity/Foundation:
IOTAD is committed to advocating for and supporting a creative sustainable economy by the transformation of ideas into value based enterprises. In doing so we build a community of sustainable ‘creative class’ businesses through the IOTAD focus on people, place and process.

As such, IOTAD brings together creative enthusiasts whose goal is to influence social and economic sustainability through the vitality of its numerous diverse projects and programs. Our interests lie in interdisciplinary working methods, participatory and educational culture, network and personal professional development and working with like-minded individuals.

We do this in a space designed for exploring, engaging and experiencing all things art.

Description of Role:
We are in need of someone to teach us more about doing our own bookkeeping. A few days of tutoring on QuickBooks.

Applicable Interests:
Someone who is interested in the arts.

Duration:
1 Year or Less

Contact:
Marianne Garrah
Email: arts@iotad.ca

Volunteer Treasurer for HEARTS: Helping Everyone Access Resources Through Support

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Hearts is a not for profit organization whose aim is to provide supports and resources to struggling families and individuals in the Edmonton area through a Resource Centre and Thrift Store model. The mandate of the organization is poverty reduction and community development. The organization is in the process of application for charitable status.

Description of Role:
Board Treasurer required for non-profit.

Certification/Education Required:
CA, CMA, CFA, CPA

Applicable Interests:
An interest in community development and poverty reduction initiatives is valuable. Ability to maintain financial records and oversee bookkeeping practices of the organization.

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://www.facebook.com/HeartsThriftCenter/
Steve Sande
Email: allin934@gmail.com

Volunteer Accountant to Act as Auditor for Calgary Multicultural Centre

Description of Charity/Foundation:
We are a non profit association who has closed down about 3 years ago and would like to have our bookjs audited as part of the closing. 

Description of Role:
To act as an auditor.

Certification/Education Required:
Any that is relevant to the role.

Duration:
1 Year or Less

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: Our web site has now been closed and so the web site provided is not accesible.
Talib Nanji
Email: talib.nanji@gmail.com

Volunteer Board Member for Gray House Guild

Description of Charity/Foundation:
The Gray House Guild (GHG) is a voluntary, non-profit, non- denominational society which has owned and operated the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre(AGCCC) in Mill Woods since 2002. It offers long term care in a uniquely designed facility with 156 care beds, 17 lodge suites, an Adult Day Support Program, and a Child Development Centre.
The Guild is committed to ensuring that each resident has the opportunity to experience their best quality of life while at the AGCCC by maintaining a homelike, respectful, and supportive environment for residents and families.
One of the roles of The Guild is to raise funds for equipment and enhanced programs for the comfort of the residents.
A Board of Management is in place to oversee the operations of the AGCCC to ensure the best quality of care for our residents. It is comprised of voluntary members from the community with varied expertise from engineering, finance, law, health care, and human resources.
The Guild is inviting new members from the community to fill the slate of 12 directors.

Description of Role:
The term for a position on the Board is three (3) years with the possibility of reappointment for two (2) more terms. Dinner meetings are held monthly for approximately 1.5 hours each. Some committee work and attendance at a few events is also expected.
Ideally, the director should:
– have leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
– have an understanding of governance and strategic planning in the non-profit sector
– have experience in either business processes, legal matters, or finance
– have some knowledge of issues affecting residents in long term care
– have some talents for fundraising
– be willing to submit for a police/security check
– be willing to sign a Code of Confidentiality

Certification/Education Required:
To become a member of the AGCCC Board of Management, please submit an up to date CV and an expression of interest in serving on the Board. The Guild will contact you for an interview.

Duration:
2 Years or More

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: www.allengray.ab.ca
Marion Cameron
Email: grayhouse@allengray.ab.ca
*Applications will be considered until March 15, 2019*

Volunteer Board Member for SkirtsAfire Society

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Founded in 2012, SkirtsAfire Festival is Edmonton’s only theatre and multidisciplinary arts festival featuring women. In conjunction with International Women’s Day, our 10 day festival runs each March at various venues in the heart of Alberta Avenue, an area that is reinventing itself as an Arts and Dining district in Edmonton, and we continue to expand to more venues all over our downtown core. We present powerful and insightful stories to a diverse audience that is hungry to be moved by passionate performances and exhibitions. Programming reflects the true diversity of the thriving arts community in Alberta and Canada, and is adaptive in its approach in order to remain responsive to the needs of artists and audiences.
SkirtsAfire Festival values diversity in the women we represent and therefore welcomes women artists of all diverse backgrounds including trans women, self-identifying women, the LGBTQ2 community, all ethnicities and all abilities.

Description of Role:
Make a difference! Consider joining the Board of Directors. You’ll be working with a dynamic, fun and inclusive team to help advance governance, structures, and processes that will guide the organization in its growth.
Time commitment is approximately 6 hours per month for Board meetings, committee work and events.

Certification/Education Required:
Qualifications:
• Leadership, management or professional background in either finance, accounting, human resources, legal, marketing, fundraising, communications or public relations. Individuals working toward a designation are welcome to apply.
Experience with non-profit Board governance and funding is an asset, or an interest to grow experience in this area.

• Ability to fulfill the time commitment and responsibilities of the role.
• Motivated and inclusive team player.

Applicable Interests:
To apply, submit your resume, and cover letter by March 20, 2019 to: hr@skirtsafire.com. In your cover letter, we invite you to describe the actions or abilities you’ve demonstrated in your volunteerism and/or work and life that would support the SkirtsAfire vision and mission.
Visit our website to learn more about SkirtsAfire, or to review the job description. Thank you for your interest! We’re excited to learn more about you.

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://skirtsafire.com/
Judy Stelck
Email: hr@skirtsafire.com

File:
SkirtsAfire-Board-Job-Ad-2019-1.pdf

Volunteer Treasurer for Lacombe and Dsitrict Music Festival Association

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Founded in 1982, Lacombe and District Music Festival Association (LDMFA) is a Lacombe based not-for-profit performing arts organization and registered charity.

Our mission is to build better citizens one performing artist at a time.
Our Vision is to have reawaken, in every member of society, an understanding of the health, intellectual, social and economic benefits of education and participation in the performing arts. To once again re balance the technological skills of information transfer with the art of communication.

Every May for 11-16 days LDMFA hosts the Lacombe and District Performing Arts Festival (LDPAF). LDPAF focuses on youth ages 3-19 however provides education and performance opportunities for all members of society in the disciplines of Dance, Music, Dramatic and Speech arts; our motto: “Something for everyone”. Now in our 38th year is indeed a rare and vitally necessary performing arts festival where worlds meet and growth begins.

To all of us at the LDMFA, the festival really is a model for the kind of society we’d like to see. A society that is creative, diverse, inclusive and innovative. As the world builds more and more walls and as societies get suspicious and afraid of people who don’t look like them and think like them, we believe in the trans-formative power of the arts and the festival is our way of ensuring Performing Artists have a say in the societal view we value.

Our programming is rigorous and quirky with an appetite for experimentation, deep thinking, and curiosity. We see performing artists as important voices in the larger community, allowing us to step into the worlds they create, while also addressing the pressing questions of the one we inhabit. We offer a model for dialogue, a possibility for an inclusive community that is unafraid of striking up conversations – both cheerful and difficult.

The festival’s byline, ‘Where Growth Begins’, speaks to our focus on artistic collaboration. We create what we like to call ‘good friction’ by looking beyond the easy middle ground in order to foster true curatorial risk-taking. Our approach also includes unusual pairings of the local with the international, traditional with contemporary, and unexpected genres coming together.

Our Cultural Code:
The need for Performing Arts crosses all boundaries: We are the “other” sport so Win, Win, Win. Wins for the artist, wins for the community and wins for society.
We are not trying to save the Performing Arts: We use the Performing Arts to save our youth.
Do more with less, do a lot more with more.
Donor reciprocity is Job 1.
Listen first, then listen more.
Choose positivity, default to transparency, always bias for action.
Let everyone find themselves in the Performing Arts: something for everyone!
No story without numbers, no numbers without stories.
Create fun, a little weirdness and practice the same magnificence we expect from our Artists.
Make an impact: leave people better than you found them.
Remember we don’t promote and teach the arts to make professors or teachers, we promote and teach the arts to make humans.
Remember if you cherish an idea, change to maintain it!
Not everyone has physical prowess, We are the other Sport!

Description of Role:
The Treasurer plays an instrumental role by supporting the LDMFA Committee to ensure the financial health of the organization and leading the Board to meet their fiduciary responsibilities. LDMFA is looking for a Treasurer who can also augment the financial literacy and oversight capabilities of the board and to participate in Strategic Planning for the future of the festival.

Role Description
We are looking for a new board member with a collaborative heart and a fully developed need to help our youth. The role will continue to play a key role in shaping LDMFA as we continue to grow and evolve. As a member of the Board of Directors, your experience, professional expertise, and passion will allow our Society to reach the next level of operation.

In exchange for volunteering with us you will be provided with an opportunity to meet new people, develop leadership and communication skills, expand your professional network and have a positive impact in your community.

The required commitment for the Treasurer position is as follows:

The ability to serve for a minimum of two (2) years, starting no later than October 2019
Attend bi-monthly board meetings in person or via electronic communication method.
Attend the yearly AGM in person
Fulfill responsibilities as outlined below (estimated 3-4 hours per month)

Responsibilities:
Finance Management, Administration & Reporting
Ensure the organization is meeting all its fiduciary responsibilities; including Federal charity forms (T3010)
Monitor the financial results of the organization.
Oversee the development and observation of the organization’s financial policies.
Develop financial reports for the Board and membership

Certification/Education Required:
The Committee is particularly interested in candidates with a willingness to learn, grow and contribute, we need nothing more. If you have any experience in the following areas we would certainly put your skills to use:

Not-for-Profit accounting (current software Quick Books, however could be changed)
Financial Management in a Performing Arts or Not-for-Profit organization
Financial Management and Accounting practices for Canadian Charities
Board Governance

In addition, candidates should agree with;

The LDMFA’s Mission, Vision, and Cultural Code and a demonstrated passion for the Performing Arts
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Previous not-for-profit board experience is an asset
Ability to devote the time necessary to perform the responsibilities of a Board Member

Applicable Interests:
The arts is cross cultural and has an unbounded ability to embrace and but to service any and all interests.

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://lacombestagelife.com
Dr. Craig Colegrave
Email: cccolegrave@gmail.com

Multiple Volunteer Board Member Opportunities with Workshop West Playwrights’ Theatre

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Workshop West Playwrights’ Theatre (WWPT) is a professional, Edmonton-based theatre dedicated to the development, production, promotion, and presentation of new Canadian playwrights and their plays, and to the education of the public in playwriting skills. Celebrating its 40th year, WWPT has been considered one of the most outstanding new play companies across the country. We have produced over 100 plays and over seventy world premieres of some of Canada’s finest playwrights.

Description of Role:
As a Board Member, you will assist the organization with policy creation, financial oversight, fundraising and overall strategic direction. You will review and act upon committee recommendations brought to the board and provide governance, financial oversight and support to the Artistic Director and General Manager. We are actively recruiting for our Executive Team (Chair, Vice President, Treasurer). If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact in the arts and wider Edmonton communities, this is the opportunity for you!
Commitment: Successful candidates will be required to attend board meetings on a monthly basis as well as any additional committee meetings. Board meetings are typically held monthly on the last Tuesday of every second month (a minimum of 6 meetings per year). Board Members are expected to serve on a minimum of one committee. Board members are asked to serve a minimum two year commitment. Estimated monthly time commitment is 5-10 hours a month.

How to Apply: Applications sent via email are preferred. Please include a resume and letter of interest saved as one file. Please submit all applications to jgamez@weirbowen.com

Applicable Interests:
We’re looking for professionals who are passionate about the arts, theatre, playwrights and having positive social impact. Skills or experience in any of the following areas would be considered assets but are not required to apply: Finance and Accounting, Fundraising, Human Resources, Marketing, and Board Governance.

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://www.workshopwest.org/
Marian Brant
Email: generalmanager@workshopwest.org

Volunteer Board Member for Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta

Description of Charity/Foundation:
The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta provides programs and services though out Alberta to support and enrich the lives of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Our programs are funded through United Way, granters and our Clothing Donation Program.

Description of Role:
The CPAA is seeking a board member with accounting experience to assist board members with understanding financial statements, budgets and audit process.

Certification/Education Required:
Any certified professional is preferred.

Applicable Interests:
Disabilities, advocacy, social enterprise
Meetings held approx every 4-6 weeks.

Duration:
2 Years or More

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: http://www.cpalberta.com
Janice Bushfield
Email: janice@cpalberta.com

Volunteer Board Members for Community Options – A Society for Children and Families

Description of Charity/Foundation:
For 41 years Community Options has provided early learning and care programs. With 3 programs, (a daycare, preschool and out of school care program) in a lesser known inner city neighborhood serving 120 families, we also give supports to 180+ children in the Edmonton area with diagnosed developmental delays.

Description of Role:
We invite applications to our Board of Directors, ACAA members who have interest in financial management towards our society’s mandate.
The Board operates under a policy governance model with a commitment to guiding the agency to implement the vision: “Empowered Families Building Inclusive Communities”. As a non-profit registered charity, Community Options is a values- based organization that works toward its vision through supporting best practices in inclusive early learning and child care, and providing family and volunteer support. Directors serve a 2 year terms as a volunteer.

Applicable Interests:
Interest in Board Governance, Early Learning and Care, Community Development is helpful

Duration:
2 Years or More

Certification/Education Required:
Designation desirable: CPA, CA, CGA, CMA, CFA

Contact:
Charity/Fopundation Website: valda@communityoptions.ab.ca
Valda Roberts
Email: valda@communityoptions.ab.ca

Two Volunteer Accountants Wanted for Elk Island Public Schools Regional Division 14

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is a school division formed in 1995 after regionalization. EIPS is one of Alberta’s largest school divisions, serving approximately 17,150 students in 43 schools.

Description of Role:
Sherwood Park, AB. — Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is seeking two volunteer community members to serve on its Audit Committee. The Audit Committee reports to the Board of Trustees and is comprised of three elected trustees and two volunteers external to EIPS. The work of the Audit Committee is guided by Board Policy 8, Board Committees.

The opportunity will provide valuable experience in the financial oversight of one of Alberta’s largest school divisions serving approximately 17,150 students in 43 schools with an operating budget of approximately $204 million.

The two volunteers will serve on the Audit Committee for a two-year term and may apply to serve an additional term for a maximum of two terms. Volunteers must be available to attend approximately two meetings per year during regular business hours in the spring, May or June, and fall, November. The next meeting is expected to take place in June 2019.

Key qualifications :
Volunteer community members must: • Reside in the jurisdiction of EIPS; • Be independent of EIPS and not an employee or spouse of an employee; • Be financially literate. The following qualifications will be beneficial to your role as an Audit Committee member: • Experience with leadership and advisory roles; • Knowledge of audit standards and governance; • Understand financial statements, preferably those prepared under Public Sector Accounting Standards.
Key responsibility:
The primary role of the Audit Committee is to assist the Board of Trustees in ensuring the assets of EIPS are preserved and resources utilized, as approved. Specifically, the Audit Committee will: • Recommend the appointment of the external auditor; • Review the audit plan; • Assess the effectiveness of the auditor; • Review the annual financial statements and audit findings; • Assess the effectiveness of the Division’s internal controls and obtain reports on internal audit findings and recommendations; • Review the external auditor’s assessment of internal controls and obtain reports on significant findings and recommendations; • Assess compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and guidelines; • Report findings and information to the Board

Duration:
2 Years or More

Contact:
Charity/Foundation: https://www.eips.ca/
Tanya Borchers
Email: tanya.borchers@eips.ca

File: EIPS_Audit_Committee_Letter_01.19.pdf