NON-PROFIT BOARD POSITIONS

Needed: Board Members
Type: board of directors positions / unpaid
Organization: Canadian Environmental Network / RCEN
Location: remote, anywhere in Canada

About RCEN

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) facilitates cooperation and networking among non-profit, non-governmental environmental organizations across Canada and internationally. Since 1977, we have been enabling and enhancing our members' work of protecting, conserving, restoring and promoting a clean, healthy, sustainable environment. RCEN brings together organizations and individuals with interests in bettering Canada’s environment through participation in policy and discussion.

Position

The Canadian Environmental Network (RCEN) is seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the direction of RCEN and make a national impact on collective efforts to protect our environment and strengthen environmental policy.

Why Join the RCEN Board?

• Provide strategic oversight, governance, and guidance.
• Ensure RCEN effectively fulfills its environmental mission.
• Collaborate with passionate environmental leaders and advocates.

Potential Tasks and Responsibilities:

Board member roles can vary according to each individual’s skills and interests. Potential tasks and responsibilities include:

• Organizing and facilitating monthly board meetings.
• Approving financial reports and the annual operating budget.
• Applying for grants and funding to support staff and projects.
• Interfacing with RCEN member organizations and provincial affiliate networks across Canada.
• Maintaining and enforcing bylaws to ensure compliance.
• Developing internal policies and long-term strategies to guide RCEN’s future.
• Coordinating with government representatives.
• Supporting and working with RCEN’s national environmental caucuses.

We welcome applicants with a positive attitude and a determination to learn and contribute! In particular, we are looking for individuals who already possess, or are willing to develop, the following skills:

• Communications & Outreach
• Human Resources & Volunteer Management
• Financial Management & Fund Development
• Nonprofit Governance & Leadership
• Nonprofit Law & Risk Management
• Mental Health & Self Care
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Recording Secretary

Eligibility:

• Board members need to be Class A members however individuals can still apply without having this designation
• Obtaining Class A membership is part of the eligibility process but not a requirement for the application
• Members can nominate themselves or others
• New membership applicants are also welcome to apply

Nomination:

Nominate yourself or someone else by sending an expression of interest, including any relevant background info to director@rcen.ca

We welcome questions about this opportunity or RCEN membership at any time to outreach@rcen.ca

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