Board of Directors

Bridget's Bunnies Pregnancy and Infant Loss Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors. Board members understand and demonstrate their commitment to Bridget's Bunnies' mission, vision, values, and programming to provide governance support. Board training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Raise the profile of Bridget's Bunnies in the community, including representing Bridget's Bunnies at community events, relevant meetings, engaging own network of contacts, and with community partners, including healthcare workers

• Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies

• Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests

• Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.

• Attend regular evening Board meetings annual full-day planning session as required

• Prepare for Board and special meetings by reading agendas, minutes, reports, and other documentation; actively participate in discussions, contributing skills and knowledge

• Ensure the organization complies with legal and financial requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

• Sufficient time availability for Board duties

• Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset

• Proficiency working with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Google Docs, and online meeting tools preferred

• Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission

• To ensure a mix of talent, background, and energy, Bridget's Bunnies is particularly interested in candidates with one or some of the following additional skills or areas of expertise/perspective: Fundraising/Sponsorship; Marketing/Communication; Corporate Donors; Recruitment/HR; Program Development; Legal/Regulatory; Governance/Policy; Diverse Communities; Capacity Building; Risk Assessment/Management; Government Relations

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including engaging with people from diverse backgrounds who have experienced grief and/or pregnancy or infant loss

Bridget's Bunnies recognizes the benefit of diverse experiences, perspectives, and talents of differing demographics on the organization. Opportunities may be made available for applicants to act as Committee members prior to joining as a Board member.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to apply@bridgetsbunnies.ca

Board secretary

Bridget's Bunnies Pregnancy and Infant Loss Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors. Board members understand and demonstrate their commitment to Bridget's Bunnies' mission, vision, values, and programming to provide governance support. Board training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Work with Board Chair to prepare meeting agendas and distribute in timely manner

• Ability to prepare typed, well-organized and detailed minutes in a timely manner

• Manage communication with team members; sending meeting notices and reminders

• Raise the profile of Bridget's Bunnies in the community, including representing Bridget's Bunnies at community events, relevant meetings, engaging own network of contacts, and with community partners, including healthcare workers

• Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies

• Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests

• Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.

• Attend regular evening Board meetings and full-day planning sessions as required

• Ensure the organization complies with legal and financial requirements

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with minute taking and agenda preparations

• Sufficient time availability for Board duties

• Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset

• Proficiency working with MS 365 and Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), and online meeting tools

• To ensure a mix of talent, background, and energy, Bridget's Bunnies is particularly interested in candidates with one or some of the following additional skills or areas of expertise/perspective: Fundraising/Sponsorship; Marketing/Communication; Corporate Donors; Recruitment/HR; Program Development; Legal/Regulatory; Governance/Policy; Diverse Communities; Capacity Building; Risk Assessment/Management; Government Relations

• Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds who have experienced grief and/or pregnancy or infant loss

Bridget's Bunnies recognizes the benefit of diverse experiences, perspectives, and talents of differing demographics on the organization. Opportunities may be made available for applicants to act as Committee members prior to joining as a Board member.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to apply@bridgetsbunnies.ca

Board Treasurer

Bridget's Bunnies Pregnancy and Infant Loss Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors. Board members understand and demonstrate their commitment to Bridget's Bunnies' mission, vision, values, and programming to provide governance support. Board training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Assist with creation of budgets for Grants and Funds Development

• Assist with preparation of Bridget's Bunnies Financial Report/filing to CRA - year end entries, ensure bookkeeping recorded correctly, prepare CRA reports, file reports

• Ensure auditor is appointed annually and fiduciary responsibilities are met

• Assist with preparation of Financial Reports for programs and events, including Bridget's Run

• Understand, review, and monitor Bridget's Bunnies' financial affairs, including: annual budget; financial statements; and quarterly reports

• Raise the profile of Bridget's Bunnies in the community, including representing Bridget's Bunnies at community events, relevant meetings, engaging own network of contacts, and with community partners, including healthcare workers

• Keep informed about community and sector issues relevant to the mission and objectives of Bridget's Bunnies

• Provide direct support to strategic initiatives through the various Board committees, special projects, and ad hoc Board requests

• Assist in fundraising by attending events, engaging connections, maintaining and enriching current partnerships, developing new partnerships, and illustrating gratitude to donors and sponsors.

• Attend regular evening Board meetings and full-day planning sessions as required

Skills and Qualifications:

• CPA designation or equivalent professional experience preferred

• Experience in not-for-profit finance, audits, and reporting preferred

• Sufficient time availability for Board duties

• Previous Board, Committee, or not-for-profit governance experience considered an asset

• Proficiency working with Quickbooks, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), CRA’s website, and online meeting tools

• Preference for applicants with lived experience related to Bridget's Bunnies' mission

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including in engaging with people from diverse backgrounds who have experienced grief and/or pregnancy or infant loss

Bridget's Bunnies recognizes the benefit of diverse experiences, perspectives, and talents of differing demographics on the organization. Opportunities may be made available for applicants to act as Committee members prior to joining as a Board member.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to apply@bridgetsbunnies.ca

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