Governance Committee Member

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Purpose

As a member of Regina Cat Rescue's (RCR) Governance Committee, you will help us guide and monitor RCR board activities.

Benefits to Volunteering

  • Make a significant difference in the lives in the animals under RCR care
  • Play a key role in shaping the achievement of RCR's mandate and goals
  • Increase your knowledge and experience in board governance
  • Have a lot of fun with some great people!

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the creation of governance policies and procedures
  • Educate and orient board members
  • Recruit and nominate suitable board members
  • Evaluate the performance of the board and its members

Time Commitment

  • Attendance at Governance Committee meetings (approximately six meetings per year. Meetings are about two to three hours each, plus preparation time)
  • One-year commitment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Commitment to RCR's mission
  • Strong leadership, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
  • Expertise in or willingness to learn about policy development, organizational development, and professional development
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively