Member of The Board of Directors

2 months ago

Winnipeg, Canada APTN Full time

**Summary**
APTN is governed by a volunteer board of directors representing all regions of Canada. The governance board is responsible for the oversight of APTN and sets its policy and direction while guiding the organization to fulfill its mission, mandate and vision, remaining a true reflection of Indigenous Peoples across Canada.

The board supports the network to remain a trusted and effective outlet for Indigenous content, while contributing to a greater national understanding of Indigenous Peoples’ issues and perspectives.

**Requirements**:

- **We seek members to contribute some of the following capacities on our board**:_
- Finance;
- Legal;
- Representation from Northern, Southern, Eastern and Western Canada;
- Elder or knowledge keeper;
- Youth perspective;
- First Nations, Inuit or Métis perspective;
- Broadcast industry;
- Corporate experience;
- Traditional knowledge and values;
- Television or film production experience;
- Indigenous language speaker;
- Regulatory experience;
- Experience in news and/or journalism.

These areas of expertise balance the values of the organization, ensure cultural and geographical representation and identify skills that will assist in expanding APTN’s presence in the ever-evolving media environment. Past experience on a board of directors, while not necessary, will be beneficial.

**Language**

The board communicates mostly in English and each meeting involves the substantial reading of reports.

**Conditions**

**Term(s) of Office**: Directors will be elected for up to a three-year term and may sit for a maximum of two consecutive terms.

**Time Commitment**

The board of directors meet at least four times per year typically in Winnipeg, Man., COVID-19 restrictions permitting. Additional meetings may be held by video or teleconference and directors are expected to participate in one or two board committees, which meet virtually, by phone or at board meetings.

**Expenses**

Travel and accommodations for meetings are arranged and covered by APTN.

**How to Apply**
- Cover letter (maximum of two pages) that addresses your interest in sitting on the board, the skills or areas of expertise you can contribute and eligibility;
- Resumé;
- BackCheck Forms (Service Order Form|Consent Form A) to verify criminal record and bankruptcy status (download a blank form) APTN will submit on your behalf;
- Letter(s) of support (maximum of two) which include complete contact information of your references;
- Proof of residency (driver’s licence or similar legal document);
- Proof of Indigenous ancestry (if applicable).

**Please reference file #BDA - 24-1 in your cover letter.**

Five positions are available, one for each regional quadrant except for the southwest, which has two. 

**Application Deadline**

October 31, 2024

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: Up to $1.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Application question(s):

- Travel will be required on the Board of Directors. Are you willing to travel?

**Experience**:

- board of director member: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Winnipeg, MB R3B 2C3

Application deadline: 2024-10-31

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