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Volunteer Board Member Opportunity
Make a Difference in Your Community
The Edmonton Immigrant Services Association (EISA) is committed to facilitating the successful integration of immigrants, refugees, and their families into Canadian society. We are seeking dedicated, community-minded individuals to join our Board of Directors and help guide EISA’s continued impact in Edmonton.
We believe strong governance is enriched by diverse perspectives, professional expertise, community knowledge, and lived experience. Board service offers an opportunity to contribute to your skills, strengthen community connections, and help shape an inclusive and sustainable future for EISA.
About the Role
The Board of Directors works collaboratively with EISA’s Executive Director to provide effective governance, strategic direction, and organizational oversight. The Board helps establish organizational goals and priorities while ensuring accountability, responsible stewardship, and alignment with EISA’s mission.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic leadership and direction.
- Overseeing organizational performance, financial stewardship, and accountability.
- Identifying and monitoring organizational risks.
- Supporting effective executive leadership and accountability.
- Participating in Board committees and contributing relevant expertise.
- Serving as an ambassador for EISA and representing the organization at occasional community events and public functions.
The Board meets approximately nine times per year. Board members can expect to volunteer approximately two to three hours per month, with additional time occasionally required for committee work, special initiatives, or community events.
Term of appointment: Two years.
Skills and Experience We Are Seeking
We welcome applicants with experience, knowledge, or a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:
- Accounting and financial management
- Business and banking
- Community leadership and engagement
- Marketing, communications, and public relations
- Fundraising and philanthropy
- Law, particularly nonprofit, business, or immigration law
- Human resources and labour relations
- Nonprofit management and governance
- Strategic planning and organizational development
- Other areas that support EISA’s programs, operations, and strategic priorities
Previous Board experience is an asset but is not required. We value individuals who bring sound judgment, integrity, a collaborative approach, a commitment to good governance, and a genuine interest in supporting newcomers and their families.
Our Commitment to an Inclusive Board
EISA welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and lived experiences. We particularly encourage applications from members of Edmonton’s newcomer, immigrant, and refugee communities. People of all genders, including members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, are encouraged to apply.
Our goal is to build a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities EISA serves while bringing together the skills and experience needed for strong, effective governance.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may be a good fit for individuals who:
- Are passionate about immigrant settlement, inclusion, multiculturalism, and community well-being.
- Want to contribute professional knowledge, community insight, or lived experience to a community-based organization.
- Value diversity, equity, inclusion, and thoughtful decision-making.
- Are committed to responsible governance, financial accountability, and organizational sustainability.
- Can work collaboratively, ask constructive questions, and contribute to strategic discussions.
- Want to help strengthen services and opportunities for immigrants, refugees, and their families.
How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to RBlacklock@eisa-edmonton.org
Your cover letter should include:
- A brief overview of your relevant experience, skills, interests, or community involvement.
- How your professional knowledge, community perspective, or lived experience would contribute to EISA’s mission and Board governance.
We welcome individuals who are ready to share their expertise, contribute new perspectives, and help EISA continue making a meaningful difference in the community.