CHAPTER VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION

Board of Directors - President

·         To stop impaired driving and to support victims of this violent crime.

·         As Chapter President, you are the leader of a dynamic grassroots MADD Canada Chapter within your community.  You will work collaboratively with fellow board members; community partners and the national office to support our mission.

COMMITMENT                                                                                                                   

·         1-2 year term followed by a 1-2 year term as Past President (preferred).

·         10-12+ hours / month.

·         Be an active Chapter member.

·         Chair monthly board / Chapter meetings.

·         Chair annual general and / or general meetings.

·         Ensure the Chapter is compliant with national policies and procedures.

·         Ensure the Chapter meets annual core service requirements in order to receive grant funding from the national office.

·         Chair or co-ordinate an annual strategic planning session / retreat for the board.

·         Promote and co-ordinate training opportunities i.e., board development (as required).

·         Work collaboratively with fellow board members; your community; community partners (i.e., police, fire, emergency medical services, media, schools, health department, local merchants, companies, etc…) and the national office.

·         Be knowledgeable about MADD Canada’s policies, programs and services.

·         Assist committee chairs and members as necessary.

·         Act as a signing officer for the Chapter (as required).

·         Participate on quarterly President conference calls (strongly encouraged).

·         Attend the National Leadership Conference (strongly encouraged for training purposes).

·         Promote the Chapter positively in the community.

·         Act as a spokesperson and community liaison for the Chapter (as required).

·         Provide leadership to the board for board recruitment and succession planning.

·         Actively seek opportunities to partner and build strategic alliances / partnerships within the community.

·         Lead by example.

BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING

·         Share your skills and expertise as a leader.

·         Meet new people.

·         Learn new skills.

·         Gain new insights and experiences.

·         Explore and / or confirm career opportunities.

·         Contribute to the well-being of your community.

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALITIES
 

·         You possess strong leadership skills.

·         You possess strong communication skills.

·         You possess strong networking skills.

·         You are a strategic thinker.

·         You are a people person.

·         You are friendly.

·         You are flexible.

·         You are a team player.

·         You possess tact, discipline and attention to detail.

·         You have prior experience serving on a board of directors (preferred, but not required).

ORIENTATION

·         You will receive an Orientation Guide and might be asked to attend an Orientation Session (from / by your local Chapter).

TRAINING

·         You will be supported and trained by fellow board members and / or the Chapter Administrative Assistant.

WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS

·         Contact your local MADD Canada Chapter or visit MADD Canada @ www.madd.ca (feel free to attach a copy of your resume).

·         Candidates will be contacted for an interview.