Archive for category: Volunteer Opportunity

Description of Charity/Foundation:
Primary Care Networks were established to enhance the delivery of primary health services. The CWC PCN Board and Governance members are all family physicians and as such, ensure our programs and services in our member clinics are focused on excellence in patient care and that everyone in the southwest Calgary area has a Patient Medical Home.

The Board of Directors is the legal authority for the Calgary West Central P.G. CO. (CWC P.G. CO.), a not-for-profit corporation comprised of community-based primary care providers. Through a joint venture with Alberta Health Services, the CWC P.G. CO. guides the Calgary West Central Primary Care Network in their mission to support physician members and their patients in the southwest of Calgary.

Description of Role:
EXTERNAL DIRECTOR (Volunteer Board Member, three-year term)

The CWC P.G. CO. is seeking to appoint a volunteer External Director to its Board, preference will be given to someone with a financial accounting background. The primary purpose of the External Director is to bring objective scrutiny to Board discussions and to act as a fiduciary for the organization. As a volunteer Board member, the External Director is ineligible to receive compensation.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Activities associated with being a member of the Board • Preparing for and attending Board meetings, the Annual General Meeting and other meetings of the membership, including the annual Strategic Board Planning Retreat.
• Serving as a member of the Finance, Audit & Risk Committee.
• Reviewing annual and semi-annual budgets, business plans, business plan amendments, mid-year reports, audits, and significant organizational expenditures.
• Participating in discussions and decisions on matters of strategy, policy, finance, programs, personnel, and advocacy.

Certification or Education Required
QUALIFICATIONS
The External Director will be passionate about not-for-profit work, able to fully commit to Board responsibilities and policies and be willing to contribute constructively and respectfully in Board and subcommittee meetings. As a member of the Board, the External Director must also possess sophisticated and thoughtful communication skills and be eager to build trusting relationships with fellow Board members and senior staff.

Competencies
• Knowledge of issues related to not-for-profit financial and legal governance.
• Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board governance (i.e., policy, finance, programs, personnel or advocacy) and an understanding of the distinction between the Board, the Executive Director and staff.
• CPA accounting designation would be considered an asset.

Applicable Interests: Please submit your application via email to board@cwcpcn.com.
Only submissions with the following two (2) documents will be considered:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume

A clear criminal background and vulnerable sector check from the province you have resided in for the past 12 months will also be required in order to be eligible for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note: The CWC PCN is searching for an External Director to serve on the Board and is not seeking a qualified Chartered Professional Accountant to provide financial accounting services to the organization.

Duration of Term:
2 Years or More

Contact:
Email: board@cwcpcn.com
Charity/Foundation Website: http://www.cwcpcn.com/

File:
External-Director_Job_Posting.pdf

Description of Charity/Foundation:
A partnership of Catholic Family Service, Calgary Board of Education, and Alberta Health Services, Louise Dean Centre breaks down barriers to education for youth who are expecting a child or parenting. At one central location, young parents can access the academic, emotional, financial, and early childhood supports they need to thrive.

Catholic Family Service exists to build strong families in Calgary. We serve children, adults and families from all faith traditions, cultures, and backgrounds. Our programs and services, such as Louise Dean Centre, respond to the challenges that threaten families and leave them vulnerable. We focus on enhancing the mental health and well-being of our clients, empowering parents, nurturing children’s healthy development and enabling success in school.

Description of Role:
Volunteers will support Louise Dean Centre students and clients to complete their current/past tax returns through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP). Completing an income tax return is required to receive government benefits and is, therefore, critical for many young families. A computer and e-file system will be provided and volunteers will walk clients through the process of submitting their taxes, helping to build financial literacy.

Volunteers are asked to attend once or twice a month for 3 hours during a week day. The timing is flexible based on the needs of students and availability of the volunteer. Volunteering takes place at Louise Dean Centre, 120 – 23 Street NW.

Certification/Education Required:
Background in tax accounting preferred.

Applicable Interests:
Supporting young families; income tax returns; mentorship; flexible schedule.

Duration:
1 Year or Less

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://www.cfs-ab.org/
Email: ellyse.lambie@cfs-ab.org

Description of Charity/Foundation:
The Calgary Volunteer Fair Society is a small non-profit society created in Spring 2018, and our main mission is to organise and host a trade-show style Fair each year, where people who are looking for volunteer opportunities can meet with organisations looking for volunteers.
Our inaugural Fair was Oct 2, 2018, and we had 62 organisations and over 300 attendees participate (despite it being the snowiest October day in Calgary since the late 1800s). Our second annual Fair was Oct 8, 2019, and it snowed again! Despite the weather, we doubled our attendance numbers, and are excited to keep growing.

We are a small, active board, and operate on a tight budget. We are looking for a few people to fill roles on our Board.

Description of Role:
Treasurer’s main responsibilities would be those that are part of the standard Alberta Society Act suggested bylaws, and, if someone has some experience with grant applications and funding, that would be very welcome as well. We meet about 6 – 10 times a year, more frequently as we get closer to our event.

Applicable Interests:
Volunteerism, Community building

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: http://www.volunteerfair.ca
Email: alexandra.kryska.grams@gmail.com

Description of Charity/Foundation:
The Calgary Fetal Alcohol Network (CFAN) is a charity that aims to reduce the incidence of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) and ensure people who are affected by FASD are able to live a positive and fulfilling life. Through community engagement, training, advocacy and funding stewardship, CFAN is advancing how people understand and respond to FASD in Calgary and surrounding areas. CFAN works with members, community stakeholders and partner agencies to cultivate a deeper understanding of FASD, its causes, symptoms and wider impacts. Through our work, we support over 1,000 individuals with FASD and their caregivers each year.

Description of Role:
CFAN is seeking a community leader with expertise in finance to join the Board of Directors as successor to the current Treasurer. Transition duties include:
• Development of fiscal policy • Arrange for receipt, maintenance, investment and disbursement of funds in accordance with Bylaws and other policies; • Ensure proper books of account and accounting records; • Ensure annual budget is prepared and submitted for approval; • Ensure an audited statement is prepared and presented at the Annual General Meeting.
*See attachment for more details*

Duration:
1 Year to 2 Years

Contact:
Charity/Foundation Website: https://www.mycfan.ca/
Email: info@mycfan.ca

File:
NEW-Dec-2019-CFAN-Board-posting-Treasurer.pdf