About the Role
As a Board Governance Board Member at the You Are More Project, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction and governance of our organization. You will join a dedicated team committed to empowering survivors of sexual violence and promoting mental and sexual health through innovative, community-centered programs. This role is a 2 year term with option to extend with 1 year increments.
Interested individuals are invited to submit a resume and a letter of interest outlining their qualifications and motivation for joining the You Are More Project’s Board of Directors. Applications can be submitted through the 'Apply Now' button or emailed to info@youaremoreproject.ca. The application deadline is October 31, 2024.
The You are More Project is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive board that mirror the community it serves. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to empowering survivors and promoting holistic health and wellness.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Attend and Actively Participate: Attend bi-monthly board meetings in Saskatoon, with the option to participate virtually when necessary. Engage actively in discussions and decision-making processes that uphold the mission and values of the organization.
Governance and Compliance: Uphold and promote ethical governance practices, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Contribute to the development and implementation of policies that guide organizational operations.
Educational Leadership: Facilitate ongoing education and development opportunities for board members, ensuring continuous improvement in governance practices and board effectiveness.
Policy Oversight: Oversee the implementation of board decisions and policies, holding board members accountable for their roles and responsibilities within the organization.
Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular evaluations of board performance, effectiveness, implementing improvements based on evaluation outcomes to enhance overall governance quality.
Events and Fundraising: Attend and actively promote You are More Project events and fundraising within your network and community.
Qualifications:
Non-Profit Governance Expertise: Familiarity with non-profit governance principles, legal compliance, and risk management practices.
Board Experience: Previous experience serving on nonprofit boards or committees , demonstrating a strong understanding of organizational governance best practices.
Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership and management skills, with a capacity to mentor and support fellow board members in their roles.
Evaluation and Compliance: Knowledge of evaluation methods and performance metrics for assessing board effectiveness, coupled with a keen ability to navigate legal and regulatory frameworks.
Commitment: Commit to attending and actively participating in bi-monthly board meetings and dedicating approximately 5 hours per month to dedicated to above roles & responsibilities outside of board meetings.
About The You are More Project
The You are More Project empowers individuals to call themselves home and reconnect with their bodies through supportive space that promotes mental and sexual health, self-acceptance, and fostering community through movement.
The You are More Project was founded to address a critical gap in supporting survivors of sexual violence. Recognizing the lack of comprehensive, realistic approaches to healing, our organization was established to provide holistic support. Our founder, a survivor of sexual violence, experienced firsthand the need for programming that reconnects the mind and body. This inspired the creation of the You are More Project, which offers evidence-based therapeutic programming facilitated by community experts, incorporating movement and other healing modalities. Our mission extends beyond supporting survivors; we also educate and involve allies to foster a well-informed community. Survivors often face barriers such as societal stigma, shame, mental health challenges, lack of access to support services, financial constraints, and healthcare system barriers. The You are More Project addresses these barriers by developing free, inclusive, holistic community-centered programs for survivors.
