| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4196 |
| Organization | Pacific Training Centre For The Blind |
| Position | Board of Directors and/or one of our committees |
| Impact Statement |
The Pacific Training Centre is committed to empowering its students to achieve independence, employment, equality and first-class citizenship by offering cutting edge blindness skills training based on a positive, proven, world-renowned model. Teachers instill a belief in blind people’s own capabilities and in the limitless possibilities open to them by adopting a non-custodial approach (i.e. it is not about sighted people doing things for blind people; it is about blind people doing things for themselves, and it is about blind teachers working with blind students to increase skills and confidence). |
| Description |
The Pacific Training Centre for the Blind (PTCB) is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and/or one of our committees to support our vital work. This is a volunteer opportunity for people who are committed to empowering blind individuals to live independent, confident, and productive lives. |
| Training Details |
The Pacific Training Centre for the Blind (PTCB) is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and/or one of our committees to support our vital work. This is a volunteer opportunity for people who are committed to empowering blind individuals to live independent, confident, and productive lives. Qualifications for Directors and Committee Members: • A strong commitment to PTCB’s mission and values • Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills • Experience in governance, finance, policy development, or community engagement is an asset • Board Members: At least 80% must be blind. One sighted board member may be included, and others can participate in a non-voting advisory role • Committee Members: Open to both blind and sighted individuals Current Opportunities: • Board Members – Provide governance, strategic direction, and oversight to ensure the Centre continues to thrive • Organizational Development Committee Members – Help strengthen our internal processes, policies, and strategic growth • Finance Committee Members – Focus on budgeting, financial planning, and fundraising strategies How to Apply: Please send the following to our Executive Director at elizabeth@pacifictrainingcentre.ca: • A letter of interest (tell us what role(s) you’re applying for, why you want to support PTCB, and what skills/experience you bring) • Your current resume • References Deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. We’ll follow up to discuss your application—we’re excited to hear from people who are passionate about advancing opportunities for blind people and supporting our mission of empowerment, independence, and confidence. Thank you so much! |
| Working Conditions |
Qualifications for Directors and Committee Members: • A strong commitment to PTCB’s mission and values • Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills • Experience in governance, finance, policy development, or community engagement is an asset • Board Members: At least 80% must be blind. One sighted board member may be included, and others can participate in a non-voting advisory role • Committee Members: Open to both blind and sighted individuals Current Opportunities: • Board Members – Provide governance, strategic direction, and oversight to ensure the Centre continues to thrive • Organizational Development Committee Members – Help strengthen our internal processes, policies, and strategic growth • Finance Committee Members – Focus on budgeting, financial planning, and fundraising strategies How to Apply: Please send the following to our Executive Director at elizabeth@pacifictrainingcentre.ca: • A letter of interest (tell us what role(s) you’re applying for, why you want to support PTCB, and what skills/experience you bring) • Your current resume • References Deadline: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. We’ll follow up to discuss your application—we’re excited to hear from people who are passionate about advancing opportunities for blind people and supporting our mission of empowerment, independence, and confidence. Thank you so much! |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Age | 1+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Boards/Committees, Communication/Public Relations, Accounting/Finance |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Communicate in Plain Language, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creating |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Elizabeth Lalonde |
| Address | 531 Yates Street Victoria, V8W 1K7 |