Board of Directors opportunity

The Kanata Food Cupboard (KFC) Board of Directors comprises leaders from the nonprofit and for-profit sector who are dedicated to the organization’s mission.

Serving on the Board of Directors (Board) is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual who is passionate about helping those who are food insecure in the Kanata community.

Board openings

The Kanata Food Cupboard is currently recruiting the following positions:

Board Director (volunteer position)

The KFC Board of Directors is a dedicated team of volunteer leaders from both nonprofit and for-profit sectors who are deeply committed to our mission. We strive to alleviate food insecurity in the Kanata community. Serving on our Board is an extraordinary opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Job description

Board Openings: The KFC is currently recruiting leaders with Finance and Accounting experience.

Key responsibilities

  • In fulfillment of fiduciary responsibilities, the volunteer Board is expected to establish policies, to make significant and strategic decisions, and to oversee the organization's activity.
  • Board members serve a term of 2 years.
  • Members are expected to attend 9-12 board meetings per year and dedicate between 5-10 hours per month to board activities.
  • Members should be prepared to participate in discussions and decision-making processes by reading board materials in advance of meetings.
  • Board members are also expected to engage in one or more committees and are encouraged to participate in at least one volunteer event per year.

Desired skills and expertise

  • We are currently recruiting leaders with Finance and Accounting experience.
  • The ideal candidate would have experience with financial reporting, and supporting budgeting and auditing functions, ideally in the non-profit sector.
  • The ideal candidate would have non-profit board member experience (or received formal board training) as well as a track-record of supporting charitable causes, passion for the mission, and leadership skills to help support Board discussions.
  • The KFC is committed to an inclusive and diverse environment, one which reflects the community in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

Expression of interest

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Cody Guthrie at Chair@kanatafoodcupboard.ca by June 15, 2025.

Board Director (volunteer position)

The KFC Board of Directors is a dedicated team of volunteer leaders from both nonprofit and for-profit sectors who are deeply committed to our mission. We strive to alleviate food insecurity in the Kanata community. Serving on our Board is an extraordinary opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a difference.

Job description

Board Openings: The KFC is currently recruiting leaders with Operations and IT experience.

Key responsibilities

  • In fulfillment of fiduciary responsibilities, the volunteer Board is expected to establish policies, to make significant and strategic decisions, and to oversee the organization's activity.
  • Board members serve a term of 2 years.
  • Members are expected to attend 9-12 board meetings per year and dedicate between 5-10 hours per month to board activities.
  • Members should be prepared to participate in discussions and decision-making processes by reading board materials in advance of meetings.
  • Board members are also expected to engage in one or more committees and are encouraged to participate in at least one volunteer event per year.

Desired skills and expertise

  • We are currently recruiting leaders with IT experience.
  • The ideal candidate would have non-profit board member experience (or received formal board training) as well as a track-record of supporting charitable causes, passion for the mission, and leadership skills to help support Board discussions.
  • The KFC is committed to an inclusive and diverse environment, one which reflects the community in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

Expression of interest

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Cody Guthrie at Chair@kanatafoodcupboard.ca by June 15, 2025.

General information and requirements

Primary responsibilities

In fulfillment of fiduciary responsibilities, the volunteer Board is expected to establish policies, to make significant and strategic decisions, and to oversee the organization's activity.

Board term & board member activities

The Term of Board Members is 2 years. Members attend 9-12 board meetings/year and give between 5-10 hours/mo. They are expected to read board materials in advance of meetings and come prepared to participate. Board members are also expected to engage in one or more committees, and encouraged to participate in a volunteer event each year.

Desired skills and expertise

The ideal candidate would have non-profit board member experience (or received formal board training) as well as a track-record of supporting charitable causes, passion for the mission, and leadership skills to help support Board discussions. 

The KFC is committed to an inclusive and diverse environment, one which reflects the community in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.

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