Volunteer Board Director
(Denise House, The, Oshawa Mail Address)
Opportunity Details: Volunteer Board Director
| Contact | Sandra McCormack, Executive Director, The Denise House; Phone: 905-728-7311; Email: smccormack@thedenisehouse.com |
| Duties |
Searching for community volunteer opportunities? We are recruiting! The Denise House Board of Directors is currently recruiting individuals with strong governance experience to join our Board. While a variety of backgrounds are needed, we are seeking an individual for the position of Treasurer with strong experience in Finance. Communication and Strategic Thinking skills are additional significant assets for the Board role. The Denise House board members provide governance and oversight on organizational matters, ultimately guiding key strategic decisions. This ensures The Denise House continues its vital work, now and into the future, of providing safety and support for women and their children experiencing violence and abuse. Alignment with our vision, mission and values is of utmost importance. Please go to https://www.thedenisehouse.com to learn more about us. Board members meet on the second Wednesday of every month for regular monthly board meetings, participate in one to two committees of their choice, and are involved in fundraising efforts where possible. Currently board meetings and other engagements are being held virtually with success. We trust you will find several benefits of becoming a Board member with The Denise House: · The opportunity to make an impact in your community In an effort to encourage diversity and growth, we welcome all genders and interested candidates. Please email your interest c/o Sandra McCormack, Executive Director Over 100 municipalities in Ontario have declared intimate partner violence an epidemic. We hope that this sends a loud message to women silently suffering that they are acknowledged and heard, and that the community is working to build and improve resources so that they can improve their lives. These declarations are important, but we must continue to speak out for appropriate resources and laws that will protect women, so our work is not finished.
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| More Info Link | https://www.thedenisehouse.com/Public/Shared_Content/Public/News-and-Events/Careers-and-Volunteer-Positions.aspx?hkey=b759aa6a-d9fb-4ad6-91a9-2ab19dc9f247 |
| Benefits | Make a meaningful impact by supporting a vital cause; gain experience in governance, strategic planning; expand your professional and personal network while working with a respected organization; deepen your understanding of intimate partner violence and the systematic issues affecting women and children; gain insight into nonprofit operations, fundraising, and advocacy; your contributions can leave a lasting mark on the community. |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Individuals |
| Areas of Interest | Board of Directors ; Committees |
| Skills/Experience | Accounting & Finance ; Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Leadership ; Marketing & PR ; Planning & Organizing |
| Commitment Length | Long Term ; Ideally a committment of 3 years based on our by-laws with an understanding that life and time requirements change. |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering - Occassional in-person meetings |
| Minimum Hours | 1 / Month |
| Dates and Times | Wednesday: Evening (7 pm) Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month from September to June. Other committments may be committee meetings and help/attendance at fundraising events. |
| Seasons | Spring ; Fall ; Winter |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features |
| Number of Positions | Ajax ; Beaverton ; Bowmanville ; Brock ; Brooklin ; Cannington ; Clarington ; Courtice ; Durham Region ; Orono ; Oshawa ; Pickering ; Port Perry ; Scugog ; Uxbridge (Township of) ; Whitby 12 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on-going |
| Transportation | Near public transit |
| Cost | No Cost |
| Police Check | Required |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
Agency Details: Denise House, The, Oshawa Mail Address
| Address & Map | Oshawa, ON Canada |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 30560, King Stevenson Postal Outlet Oshawa, ON Canada L1J 8L8 |
