Member at Large - Board of Directors (Elected)

Type: Volunteer • Posted: Jul 21, 2026

Position Description

Position: Member at Large (Elected)


Location: Stanley Park Community -  505 Franklin Street N. Kitchener, Ontario


Purpose of Position: To support the SPCA Board of Directors’ governance and participate in discussions


Position Supervisor: President  

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Attend Board meetings and provide relevant information, ideas and opinions as a participant in the meetings

  • Be familiar with the responsibilities of all SPCA Board positions and be able to fill in, as required, such as supporting various portfolios (i.e. food programs, working committees)

  • Act as a voting member of the Board

  • Any duties as required by the Board 


Risk Assessment Level:

  •  Medium - Position has access to financial and confidential information


Time Commitment:

  • Attend monthly board meetings (Third Tuesday of the month from 7-9 pm) 

  • Approximately 5-10 hours per month


Qualifications:

  • Previous experience on a community Board of Directors

  • Experience in community service and working with volunteers is an asset 

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills 

  • A desire to serve the community in an important function

  • A team player willing to take responsibility and lead a team of volunteers



Training and Professional Development:

  • Basic Health and Safety, AODA, Facility Tour and provided

  • Training and orientation will be provided by the Volunteer Engagement Manager or outgoing Secretary (if possible) within 8 weeks of acceptance of the position


Supervision and Accountability:

  • Regular check-ins to monitor position tasks

  • Formal supervision will occur every three months, or sooner if requested


Benefits:

  • An excellent way to meet and work with others, while contributing to your community

  • Opportunities to attend workshops, meetings and other training sessions pertaining to the position

  • Two complimentary programs at the SPCC, per session

  • Invitation to annual appreciation socials


Application Process:

  1. Submit the completed application form at https://www.spcakitchener.ca/openings 

  2. Attend an interview

  3. Three references checked (minimum one professional)

  4. Clean Police Criminal Record Check required


Please apply by August 30th, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For More Information Contact the Stanley Park Community Association  

Phone: 519-741-2504 or Email: volunteer@spcakitchener.ca

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