Board Director

5 days ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Edmonton Community Foundation Full time $104,000 - $156,000 per year

Do you care about strengthening our community and supporting meaningful local change? Edmonton Community Foundation (ECF) is seeking dedicated and visionary volunteers to join our Board of Directors. As a Board Director, you'll help guide ECF's strategic direction and ensure our resources create lasting impact across Edmonton. If you're passionate about building a stronger, more connected city, we'd love to hear from you.

The Organization

The Edmonton Community Foundation (ECF) is a leading and dynamic philanthropic organization dedicated to fostering positive change and community development in greater Edmonton. We are seeking experienced and visionary volunteers to join our Board of Directors.

The Opportunity

ECF is committed to building a vibrant city and enriching the lives of all Edmontonians. We do this by providing an average of over $35 million in grants and student awards each year, thanks to the generous support of thousands of donors. As the largest non-governmental funder of the charitable sector in our City, ECF is in a unique position to address long-term, complex community needs by working with donors, charities, volunteers, government and community partners.

Applicants Must reside in Edmonton or surrounding areas.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Review and approve the purpose, vision, mission, and strategic direction of ECF.
  • Review and approve Board policies.
  • Appoint the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and establish the CEO's terms of employment.
  • Actively participate in Board and Committee meetings;
  • Review materials in preparation for meetings and engage in discussions and decision making;
  • Support the decisions of the Board; speak as one voice.
  • Serve on at least one committee of the Board.
  • Represent ECF at key events.

Commitment:

  • 10 hours per quarter to attend quarterly Board meetings (3 hours each), committee meetings (up to 2 hours each), participate in the Annual Luncheon, strategic planning, and ECF community events.
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards.
  • The maximum term of service is six years comprised of two 3-year terms.

The Ideal Candidate

Each year the Board reviews its composition and identifies requirements to ensure the Board maintains the right balance of capabilities and attributes contributing to a stronger and more effective Board.

We are currently seeking candidates with knowledge of or experience in one or more of the following:

  • Financial Management
     – financial oversight, audit, and fiscal management
  • Non-profit
     – charitable sector governance, fundraising, and program delivery
  • Public sector
     – government relations, policy development, and public administration
  • Sector/Business knowledge
     – affordable housing or early childhood development

Past Board Chair experience is considered an asset.

What We Offer

  • The ability to use your time and talents to make a meaningful impact in the community.
  • Match contributions made by Board Directors to endowment funds to a maximum of $1,200 per year while you are an active member of the ECF Board.
  • As a funder of the charitable sector, our expectation is for every Board member to consider beginning a fund during their tenure on the Board or donating to an existing ECF Fund.
  • ECF is committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of our community and creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply

Expressions of interest including a cover letter and resume can be sent to 

 no later than November 7, 2025.

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