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Board of Directors (volunteer role) 

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Why Join our Board?

 

Make a Meaningful Impact

Advance a cause you care about – Your time, expertise, and leadership directly support mission-driven work

Influence strategy and direction – Board members help shape the organization’s future and ensure its long-term sustainability.

 

Expand Your Network

Connect with like-minded professionals – Boards bring together diverse individuals with shared values.

Access leaders and influencers – Many boards include senior executives, civic leaders, and philanthropists, opening doors to new opportunities.

 

Develop & Showcase Leadership Skills

Strategic thinking – Gain experience guiding long-term planning and organizational oversight.

Governance and fiduciary skills – Learn or deepen your understanding of financial stewardship, compliance, and ethical leadership.

Credibility & reputation – Serving on a board can enhance your professional brand and signal your commitment to service.

 

Learn & Grow Personally

Exposure to different sectors and challenges – Especially valuable if you're interested in social impact or pivoting careers.

Personal fulfillment – Many board members find joy and purpose in contributing their time to a meaningful mission.

 

 

Role Description

This is a volunteer Board of Directors role at Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society. The role is a hybrid position based in Calgary, AB, with some in person board meetings. Board members are responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, overseeing financial management, establishing policies, and actively participating in board meetings and committees.

Those with fundraising and CPA designations (preferably in the nonprofit sector) are preferred.

Positions are 1 and 2 year terms.

 

Qualifications

  • Financial management and governance experience

  • Leadership and strategic planning skills

  • Experience in nonprofit or wildlife organizations

  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills

  • Ability to commit to attending board meetings and fulfilling board responsibilities outside of monthly meetings

  • Previous board experience is an asset

  • A passion for wildlife

  • Self starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Genuine interest in helping the organization grow

 

Please email CV and cover letter to janicejohnson@calgarywildlife.org 

Posting will remain active until suitable candidates are found.​

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In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all people who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.

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