Overview

Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services Inc. (Non-for-profit) is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Vice Chairman/woman to join our leadership team as a volunteer. This pivotal role offers an opportunity to influence organizational strategy, foster community engagement, and advance access and advocacy initiatives.

The Vice

Chairman/woman will work closely with the Board of Directors to guide the organization’s mission, ensuring impactful service delivery and sustainable growth. Candidates passionate about social justice, community development, and organizational leadership are encouraged to apply. The Vice-chair takes the place of the regular Chair, should they be unavailable.

Duties

- Collaborate with the Chairperson and Board members to develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the organization’s mission.
- Lead efforts in business development to expand outreach, partnerships, and funding opportunities.
- Oversee organizational processes, including program development, service delivery, and operational improvements.
- You may need to facilitate effective meetings of the Board of Directors, ensuring clear communication and decision-making.
- Represent Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services Inc. at community events, conferences, and stakeholder meetings to promote disability and advocacy efforts.
- Support governance activities by reviewing policies, ensuring compliance, and fostering organizational accountability.
- Engage in negotiation with partners, funders, and community stakeholders to advance organizational goals.




- Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement to enhance efficiency and service quality.

Skills

- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Excellent negotiation skills to build partnerships and secure resources.
- Experience in process improvement initiatives within the nonprofit.
- Business development expertise to identify growth opportunities and foster strategic alliances.
- Project management capabilities to oversee initiatives from conception through execution effectively.
- Exceptional communication skills for effective advocacy, public speaking, and stakeholder engagement.

This volunteer position offers a meaningful chance to make a significant impact within the community while developing valuable leadership experience in a cooperative environment committed to social change. We are excited to interview students from any university or college students to help build your resume before you graduate, providing a leg up once graduated.

Pay: $1.00-$2.00 per hour

Expected hours: 2.0 – 5.0 per week

Advantages

- Company events
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sault Ste. Marie, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Language:
- French (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- AODA (preferred)
- WHMIS Certification (preferred)
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sectors Check (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Vice Chairman/woman for Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services Inc. - Volunteer (Sault Ste. Marie)
🏢 Beyond Barriers Access and Advocacy Services
📍 Sault Ste. Marie