NCCSS Volunteer Board Member

Volunteer Board Member

North Coast Community Services Society (NCCSS)

Area Coverage: Prince Rupert, Masset, Daajing Giids, and surrounding communities in the North Coast Region

Time Commitment: Monthly board meetings (light dinner format), participation in AGM, community engagement events, and committee work as applicable.

Organization Overview:

North Coast Community Services Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the delivery of innovative programs and services to support self-determination and purposeful lives, guided by community, social and basic human needs. With offices in Prince Rupert and Haida Gwaii, NCCSS delivers developmental and goal-based services related to child development, parenting supports, services, and resources available to children and youth with support needs and their families. Learn more at www.nccspr.ca.

Vision:

Communities where all people are welcomed and valued.

Mission:

Delivery of innovative programs and services to support self-determination and purposeful lives, guided by community, social and basic human needs

Board Member Role & Responsibilities:

As a member of the NCCSS Board of Directors, you will:

• Governance & Oversight:
• Contribute to the development and oversight of NCCSS’s strategic goals, financial integrity, and program effectiveness.
• Ensure legal and ethical integrity and maintain accountability.
• Approve and monitor the annual budget and organizational policies.

Leadership & Advocacy:

• Act as an ambassador for NCCSS within your community and professional networks.
• Represent the Society at public events, community functions, and in relationships with local businesses, government, and partners.
• Support and promote NCCSS’s Mission and Vision at every opportunity.

Engagement & Contribution:

• Prepare for and actively participate in monthly board meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in November.
• Serve on committees or working groups as needed.
• Offer guidance and expertise in areas such as Finance, HR, Governance, Fundraising or Community Outreach.

 Board Member Expectations:

• Attend and participate in all board meetings and key Society events.
• Make a personal commitment of time, expertise, and energy to the Society’s mission.
• Support fundraising or grant efforts as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality about internal NCCSS matters.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

We value a diverse board with varied professional backgrounds and lived experiences. Areas of interest include:

• Finance, accounting
• Human resources and management
• Policy development, non-profit governance and community service
• Communications and public relations
• Fundraising, grant writing, or government relations
• Advocacy and outreach

Ideal Board Member Values:

Respect & Dignity – The fundamental belief that each of us matters – our clients, our co-workers, our partners, ourselves

Empowerment – Our actions are grounded in the personal empowerment of those we serve, fostering each person’s own strengths & abilities in living productive lives

Compassion – We recognize each person’s and family’s unique circumstances which motivates us to act and serve.

Integrity – We demonstrate our values through our words and conduct.

Community Focused – We respond to diverse community needs, current and emerging, and seek out collaborative partnerships.

Accountable – Transparency, honesty and responsibility are demonstrated through our actions; stewards of our resources.

Innovative – New, visionary ideas help us to address complex community needs

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about empowering families and strengthening communities, and would like to help the Children and Youth of the North Coast, we invite you to apply by contacting Michelle MacNeill, Executive Director at executivedirector@nccspr.ca for an application form.