ACT Volunteer Role Description

Board Member

(Not currently recruiting)




Programme


Board of Directors

Supervisor


ACT's Membership

ACT's
Mission Statement


The AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) develops and delivers innovative programs and services that promote the dignity, health and well-being of individuals and communities living with, affected by and at risk for HIV/AIDS..




Purpose


Board members are responsible for governance and direction setting. Members act in a volunteer capacity and serve without remuneration or profit. Members must commit to and understand the purpose, policies, programs and financial position of the organization, as well as work collaboratively with management, staff and volunteers. Members represent the organization in the community, as appropriate and should maintain an awareness of community issues and changing needs.

Benefits


* Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic community-based organization doing important, vital work and which provides diverse programs & services to people affected by HIV/AIDS
* Satisfaction of giving back to community
* Chance to develop & maintain awareness of relevant community health issues
* Skills development, including: organizational, public relations, media, financial and advocacy
* Public profile; opportunity to attend exciting and interesting community events (i.e. Fashion Cares)

Time Commitment


3 hours per week
for 24 months
Details:
Board members work on average 10 hours per month depending on their individual responsibilities including: monthly board meetings, standing committee meetings, ad hoc groups and special events.

Duties


The Volunteer will:
* Formulate and approve strategic plan (long range goals/objectives)
* Formulate and adopt policy
* Adopt and monitor the organization's operating budget, financial development and insurance program
* Maintain positive, open relations with our communities and other external agencies.
* Monitor the achievements of organization's goals and objectives.
* Select, employ, assess, and if necessary, dismiss the executive director
* Performs legal responsibilities such as overseeing changes in by-laws, signing contracts, opening and closing accounts, acquisitions or sale of real estate.
* Approve and monitor the fundraising strategy
* Participate actively in board-related affairs of the organization
* Maintain the lines of communication between board, staff and volunteers
* Understand and support the roles and responsibilities of board and staff
* Maintain board business confidentiality
* Attend all board meetings and committee meetings, training sessions and special meetings as appropriate
* Serve on committees, ad hoc groups or accept special assignments as either chair or member, where appropriate
* Participate in fundraising campaigns
* Speak positively about the organization within the community
* Attend ACT special public events

Personal Qualities
and Skills


Required Qualities & Skills:
* Member of the organization
* Elected by the membership at the Annual General Meeting
* Demonstrated interest in communities
* Willingness to commit time, energy and expertise to the work of the organization
* Demonstrated special skills, knowledge and expertise identified as needed by Board
* Ability to represent specific constituencies and interpret community needs
* Knowledge of and/or experience with ACT
* Affected by or living with HIV

Training
Requirements


On-the-job Training with Supervisor and/or other Volunteers



For more information about or to apply for this role, contact:
Program Volunteer Resources Manager
AIDS Committee of Toronto
399 Church Street, 4th floor
Toronto, M5B 2J6

phone: (416) 340-2437