| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4094 |
| Organization | Pacific Centre Family Services Association |
| Position | Volunteer Board Director - PCFSA Board of Directors |
| Location | 324 Goldstream Avenue, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement | PCFSA provides equitable access to team-based, trauma-informed, culturally safe, and holistic care for individuals and families within the diverse communities we serve. |
| Description |
Position Overview We are seeking dedicated, strategic-minded individuals to join our board of directors. The ideal candidates will bring expertise in one or more of these areas: finance, human resources, law, risk management, research and program evaluation and/or social services/healthcare. The ideal candidates will share our commitment to advancing PCFSA’s mission. As a board director, you will be a key part of our governance structure, offering guidance and oversight, helping shape organizational strategy, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability and success. |
| Training Details |
Qualifications • Commitment to upholding the values and mission of PCFSA. • Interest in financial oversight, fundraising, governance, or strategic planning. • Knowledge of or experience with board governance is an asset. • Leadership experience in corporate, non-profit, or government is an asset. |
| Working Conditions |
Key Responsibilities • Provide strategic direction and participate in setting goals and overseeing PCFSA’s mission and performance. • Attend regular board meetings, actively engage in discussions, and contribute to committee work as needed. • Review, advise, and approve the annual budget, audit reports, and strategic plans. • Monitor organizational compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements. • Support and evaluate the Executive Director, including participating in the performance review process. • Serve as a public ambassador and advocate for PCFSA, fostering relationships with external partners and stakeholders. |
| Minimum Duration | More than 1 year |
| Timing | Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Board members volunteer approximately 3 to 5 hours per month, which includes attending 10 regular board meetings each year (in person/remote) and additional committee meetings. Most meetings are virtual and held end of day on business days, with one annual weekend day for a board retreat. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Boards/Committees, Communication/Public Relations, Accounting/Finance |
| Skill(s) | Community Knowledge/Awareness, Fund Development, Strategic Thinking, Stewardship, Managing Money |
| How to Apply | |
| Application File: | |
| Website | http://www.PCFSA.org |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Liz Nelson |
| Phone | 250-478-8357 |
| Address | #200-324 Goldstream Avenue Victoria, V9B 2W3 |
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