Board Director | Membre Du Conseil D'administration

En français: https://sentier.ca/membre-du-conseil-dadministration/

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OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW

Position:Board Director (Two positions)

Position Type: Volunteer. The term of the Board appointment is three years and may be renewable for a second term of three years.

Location: The Board meets in person twice a year at locations across Canada, and virtually the rest of the year. Board members also serve on committees that meet virtually between quarterly Board meetings.

Start Date:Fall 2023

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The Trans Canada Trail Nominating Committee, on behalf of the Board of Directors, is inviting applications and nominations of individuals for election to the Board of Directors for the 2023-2026 term.

ABOUT US

Our vision is to inspire everyone to embrace the outdoors, to discover the diversity of our land and people, to enhance their health and well-being, and to share their stories along this globally significant and iconic trail network.

The Trans Canada Trail (the Trail) is the longest interconnected network of multi-use recreational trails in the world, spanning over 28,000 kilometres on land and water. Linking three oceans – the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic – the Trail connects 15,000 rural, urban and Indigenous communities across every province and territory. It is a ribbon that connects Canada’s diverse landscapes, seasons, people and experiences, and fosters unity, collaboration and connectedness.

Trans Canada Trail (the organization) is a registered charity that stewards this national trail in collaboration with community-based partners. With funding from the Government of Canada through Parks Canada, and investments from all levels of government and generous donors, Trans Canada Trail is the largest investor in trail infrastructure projects in Canada, supporting improvements, growth and enhancements for the benefit of generations to come.

Trans Canada Trail Board members are community-minded and believe in the benefits of outdoor recreation opportunities for all. We're located across Canada, but closely connected by our desire to support our national trail.

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ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about good governance and the health and well-being of people and communities. The talents and skills you bring to your work are valued by your colleagues and you’re always interested in learning something new.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

Board Directors play an important role in achieving the long-term vision of the organization. You’ll work closely with the Board and management team to support the strategic goals and objectives of Trans Canada Trail.

The Board of Directors is responsible for the oversight and strategic direction of the organization. Specifically, the purpose and mission of Trans Canada Trail’s Board of Directors are to:

• Provide oversight to Trans Canada Trail Foundation; and
• Be a strategic asset by virtue of the Board’s stewardship role and Director contributions;
• Provide an effective means of accountability for Trans Canada Trail in matters of moral conduct, legal operation, financial controls and reporting of results;
• Hire, develop and performance manage the President & CEO, and hold management accountable for delivering on the vision, mandate and strategy of the organization;
• Inspire Trans Canada Trail staff through the Board’s support and behaviour.
• Provide fiduciary oversight of all aspects of the enterprise’s mandate, strategy and operations;
• Ensure that all major risks affecting Trans Canada Trail are given appropriate consideration;

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DESIRED EXPERIENCE ANC COMPETENCIES

In addition to Board member experience and/or a passion for good governance, the ideal candidate should have one or more of the following key competencies or areas of expertise:

• Accounting (including the CPA designation)
• Stakeholder relations
• Digital transformation, which may include technology, cybersecurity, and/or process engineering
• Tourism strategy and/or operations
• ESG (environmental, societal and governance) expertise
• Indigenous partnerships
• Climate change
• Trails and/or land development

To complement our current Board, we particularly encourage applicants from the Atlantic provinces and the North to apply.

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COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Trans Canada Trail is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we understand that different experiences, expertise and diversity of thought create better opportunities to understand the communities and world we share. The Nominating Committee especially welcomes nominations and applications from people of diverse backgrounds. We value a Board made up of people with diverse voices and experiences and welcome your application if this role calls out to you. If you have the skills and experience that we’ve asked for, great. If you have different relevant skills that we haven’t mentioned, tell us. We also consider potential, so don’t be shy about applying, this role may still be a great match for you.

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TO APPLY

Individual self-nominations should provide a cover letter expressing your interest as well as a biography including contact information. For consideration for 2023, nominations must be received by May 19, 2023, at 17:00 EDT by email to [email protected] with the subject header: ‘Board of Director Role.’

The Nominating Committee will review all applications. Selected candidates will be contacted by May 25 for an interview.

POUR POSTULER

Les candidatures individuelles doivent être accompagnées d’une lettre de motivation exprimant votre intérêt ainsi que d’une biographie comprenant vos coordonnées. Pour être prises en compte en 2023,les candidatures doivent être reçues avant le 19mai 2023, à 17heures HAE, par courriel à[email protected]avec pour objet : « Poste au sein du conseil d’administration».

Le comité de nomination examinera toutes les candidatures. Les candidats sélectionnés seront contactés avant le 25mai pour un entretien.

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Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in Trans Canada Trail.

Trans Canada Trail is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Trans Canada Trail will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please contact the Manager, Human Resources at [email protected]

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LEARN MORE

Website: https://tctrail.ca

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