Who We Are
The Age-Friendly Niagara Council (AFNC) is an incorporated group of local citizens, volunteers, community partners and municipal leaders who have joined together to learn about, take action on and champion age-friendly community principles, with a vision of Niagara as a ‘community for all ages.’ To learn more about the AFNC, visit About Us.
Why join our Board of Directors?
- Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and growing demographic in Niagara
- Advocate for and empower older adults
- Foster intergenerational relationships and collaboration
About The Role
The AFNC is seeking volunteer board members to join its founding Board of Directors. The position requires attendance at regular board of director meetings, as well as all member meetings, including the annual general meeting. Candidates must have interest in and intention to work on committees that tackle issues of interest to older adults in the Niagara region, while fostering intergenerational relationships and collaboration.
What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities
- Attend AFNC Board meetings and others such as the Annual General meeting.
- Actively participate in the Board’s discussion and work projects; prepare for meetings by contributing to and reviewing the agenda and examining the resource documents.
- Volunteer for, willingly accept and complete committee work assignments
- Prepare for and participate in discussions and deliberations of the Board.
- Be aware of and avoid any conflict of interest.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and corporate information.
- Follow AFNC policy and procedures.
Qualifications/Skills
- Lived experience with an understanding of aging and intergenerational relationships
- Board or Committee experience.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- An understanding of parliamentary procedures.
- Knowledge and skills in one or more areas of Board governance: policy, finance, programs, and/or personnel.
Term
The term of office for the Director at Large is three (3) years. The Director at Large is eligible for election for a maximum of two (2) consecutive terms.
How To Apply
If you’re interested in this position, please fill out the application at: https://forms.gle/GMMNx5bpjE15Uwb8A