Volunteer Board Member

(Living Green Barrie)

Position ID: V-BAR0260
Last Modified: 17 Dec 2024
Last Full Update: 17 Dec 2024

Opportunity Details: Volunteer Board Member

Contact Peter V Tretter, Vice Chair, Living Green Barrie; Email: ptretter@livinggreen.info
Duties

Join the Living Green Barrie Board of Directors!

Inspire people to make responsible environmental choices.

Are you passionate about the environment and eager to make a lasting impact in your community? Living Green Barrie is seeking dedicated and visionary individuals to join our volunteer Board of Directors and help steer our organization towards a greener, more sustainable future!

Position: Volunteer Board Member

Location: Barrie, Ontario

About Us: Living Green Barrie is a vibrant charity committed to promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices in our community. We believe in the power of collective action to protect our planet and improve the quality of life for all residents.

What You'll Do:

  • Strategic Leadership: Provide guidance and oversight to ensure the organization’s mission and goals are achieved.

  • Community Engagement: Act as an ambassador for Living Green Barrie, fostering relationships with community members, businesses, and local government.

  • Fundraising and Development: Assist in securing resources and funding to support our programs and initiatives.

  • Governance: Ensure the organization operates in a transparent, accountable, and ethical manner.

What We're Ideally Looking For:

  • Passion for the Environment: A strong commitment to sustainability and environmental protection.

  • Leadership Skills: Experience in strategic planning, governance, or charity/non-profit management.

  • Community Connections: Strong ties to the Barrie community and a network of contacts.

  • Team Player: Collaborative spirit and willingness to work with a diverse group of stakeholders.

  • Innovative Thinker: Ability to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the table.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a Difference: Play a key role in shaping the future of environmental sustainability in Barrie.

  • Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in non-profit governance and leadership.

  • Collaborative Environment: Work with a passionate and dedicated team committed to a common cause.

  • Community Impact: Help create a greener, healthier community for current and future generations.

How to Apply: Send your resume and a cover letter explaining why you're interested in joining our Board of Directors via email We look forward to hearing from you!

Deadline: 20 January 2025

Let's work together to create a sustainable future for Barrie!

 

Benefits See above.
Ages 18 year(s) - 98 year(s)
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours No
Areas of Interest Board of Directors ; Committees ; Fundraising / Canvassing ; Nature / Environment ; Program Coordination / Support ; Social Media ; Youth Engagement
Commitment Length Long Term (More than 1 year) - 3-year term.
Interaction Level Small Group
Minimum Hours 4 / Month
Seasons Spring - Tree planting. ; Fall - Gala in the Woods held in September. Tree planting. ; Year Round
Number of Positions Alliston ; Barrie ; Collingwood ; Innisfil ; Midland ; Orillia ; Simcoe County 
 
4 individual(s) needed in total.
Training We're working on this.
Application Deadline 20 Jan 2025
Police Check Not Required
Additional Requirements N/A
Liability Insurance Available
Community Sets Barrie ; South Simcoe ; VC - North Simcoe ; VC - Orillia & Area ; VC - Simcoe County ; VC - Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound District, Bruce, Grey, Peterborough & Northumberland

Agency Details: Living Green Barrie

E-Mail info@livinggreen.info
Website livinggreenbarrie.com/
Address & Map
Barrie, ON
Canada
Mailing Address Living Green Barrie 
65 Cedar Point Dr, Suite 173 
Barrie, ON 
Canada L4N 9R3