Chief Governance Officer

4 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PeaceGeeks Society Full time

PeaceGeeks Society is currently seeking a Chief Governance Officer with a background in not-for-profit management, human resources, finance, business, marketing, or technology to join our Board.

The Role

We are looking for individuals who represent the diversity of Canada, including newcomers, indigenous communities, and racialized Canadians of all genders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate the overall performance of PeaceGeeks based on our strategic plan and outcomes.
  • Assess the performance of our CEO and their compensation.

You will bring:

  • Governance skills and strategic thinking to a growing organization.
  • Experience serving on Boards of Directors, either non-profit or corporate.
  • Comprehensive expertise in human resources, finance, business, marketing, or technology.
  • Ability to maintain an impartial and appropriate perspective at all times.
  • Demonstrated standards of confidentiality and ethics.
  • Knowledgeable about current issues and events locally and globally.
  • Effective written and verbal communication capabilities.

In return, you will gain:

  • The opportunity to govern a dynamic, ground-breaking organization working at the intersection of technology, forced migration, and building peaceful societies.
  • Experience establishing the emergent tech-for-peace sector in North America and the Middle East.

Location

This role is remote with quarterly meetings in Vancouver, BC.

Culture and Inclusion

PeaceGeeks Society is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we encourage individuals from equity-seeking communities to apply.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 per year.



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