Job Description

SUMMARY STATEMENT

At Culture Shock Canada, we believe in using Hip Hop inspired dance to advocate for positive change. With over 25 years of experience in cultivating entertainment, education and empowerment in our communities, we want to expand our team to continue our mission. Here's where you come in: we're looking for dynamic, outspoken Board Members who share our passion for making a difference and can bring a strategic mindset that'll help drive us towards our goals. This role will involve active collaboration, decisiveness and the ability to be holistically impartial and outspoken in the organization's growth. Board members will work closely with the rest of the board to support this.

WHAT YOU GET

A chance to expand on your leadership and governance skills Hands-on experience as a board member for a grassroots organization Contribute to the development and rebuilding of a Board of Directors Slate Growth and leadership opportunities within a dynamic team A letter of recommendation toward your professional resume A great opportunity to give back to your community

RESPONSIBILITIES

Know the organization's mission, policies, programs, and needs as well as understand its collective purpose Faithfully read and understand the organization's financial statements and board materials in advance of meetings Serve as active advocates and ambassadors for the organization Fully engage in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for the organization to advance its mission Leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve the organization's mission Help identify professional connections that can benefit the organization's fundraising and reputational standing, and influence public policy Prepare for, attend, and conscientiously participate in board meetings Participate fully in one or more committees or task forces Engage in learning opportunities to better understand the community we serve Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences into the boardroom and the organization Uphold the legal duties and laws regarding nonprofit governance Follow the organization's bylaws, policies, and board resolutions Sign an annual conflict-of-interest disclosure and update it during the year if necessary, as well as disclose potential conflicts before meetings and actual conflicts during meetings Maintain confidentiality about all internal matters of the organization

QUALIFICATIONS AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Leadership, visioning and decision-making skills Administration & Operational lenses and knowledge Marketing, PR, fundraising, or grant writing knowledge is an asset Highly self-motivated team player Excellent written and oral communication skills Critical reading and thinking skills A growth mindset We are interested in having Board Members from different backgrounds, including, but not limited to:

Advocacy, Education, Mental Health, Arts Administration, Inclusive Practices/Social Justice, Truth and Reconciliation, Anti Racism, Policy, Legal etc.*
Experience in the non-profit or charitable sector, specifically within the realm of arts and youth is an asset

TIMELINE AND COMMITMENT:

Minimum 2 year commitment, including 3 month provisional period Attend 4 Board Meetings within the Year Attend an Annual Strategic Planning Weekend and the Annual General Meeting of members AGM 2-5 hours per week (qualitative and adhoc)

TO APPLY:

Please send your resume and a brief statement of intent to indicating

Board of Directors Position

in the subject line.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Culture Shock Canada Community Programs:

Through structured Hip Hop dance-based education and enrichment programs for youth, Culture Shock Canada (CSC) addresses issues of social isolation & self-esteem, and builds relational, teamwork, and leadership skills. These programs provide enriching self-esteem building activities, education in relational, teamwork and leadership skills, as well as a platform for practicing those skills, developing social bonds, and successfully working towards a challenging long-term goal with peers. This contributes to greater resilience; helping youth to reach their full potential.

CSC offers structured, after-school, Hip Hop dance programs for children and youth ages 6-18 in partnership with local community centers, YMCA's, Boys and Girls Clubs, schools, and other child and youth organizations (Community Partner Organizations). Activities take place on location of the Community Partner Organizations in a safe and positive environment. They are run by qualified adult instructors that have received youth and dance teacher training through CSC.

For more information, please visit our website:

www.cultureshockcanada.org

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months

Work Location: Remote