Avalon Hospice – Co-Chair, Board of Directors

Volunteer Role

~5 hours/week

Hybrid (St. John’s / Avalon Region)

Avalon Hospice is building Newfoundland and Labrador’s first community-based hospice for the Avalon region — a compassionate, holistic, and dignified model of end-of-life care grounded in our mission and bylaws. As we move from vision to implementation, we are seeking a Co-Chair to help lead this transformative initiative.

Make a Meaningful Impact

If you are energized by complex, purpose-driven work and want to help launch a major health-care project for our province, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As Co-Chair, you will work closely with the Board Chair to:

- Provide strategic leadership and governance oversight
- Support operational planning and organizational development
- Guide financial stewardship and risk management
- Contribute to policy, legal, and regulatory compliance
- Engage with community, government, and health-sector partners
- Help build a strong, effective Board aligned with our mission





This is a volunteer position requiring approximately 5 hours per week, with a mix of in-person and virtual participation.

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced leader with:

- Background in operations, finance, legal, or governance
- Familiarity with the health or medical sector in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Ability to work collaboratively within a developing Board structure
- Robust communication and relationship-building skills
- Residency in St. John’s or the Avalon region
- Commitment to the mission and values of Avalon Hospice

Prior Board experience is an asset.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a committed, community-driven Board at a pivotal moment — helping shape the governance, structure, and future of hospice care for the Avalon region.

Interested? Please contact: Dr. Susan MacDonald, [email protected]

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. John's, NL A1B 3V6

📌 Co-Chair, Board of Directors (Canada)
🏢 Avalon Hospice
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