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Legal Board Member (Remote/Unpaid Volunteer)

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ORGANIZATION: Empowered Futures

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Board Member Role:

The Legal Board Member will be the spokesperson of their respective committee and serve as a formal representative of the Legal Team and all volunteer associated activities; this includes management of short and long-term goals, current projects and plans, and internal communications. The board member will also have full authority for helping to develop policies, procedures and regulations for the operation of the organization and monitor the organization's programs, policies and overall performance.

Responsibilities:

  • Fully understand and commit to the mission, goals, and objectives of the organization; have a full understanding of the day-to-day activities of the organization and its volunteers; also have an understanding of the roles and responsibilties of the other board members and the Empowered Futures staff and volunteers.
  • Prepare for and attend all meetings of the Board of Directors.

  • Serve on the Legal Board committee and subcommittees as appointed or elected.

  • Provide general advice and assistance to the organization upon request by Board members and/or staff.

  • Provide reports, materials, and other items associated with Board responsibilities and activities in a timely manner.

  • Inform the Board of all actual and potential conflicts of interest relating to the general purposes and activities of the organization and to specific issues before the board.

  • Attend monthly online board meetings with all committees and volunteers

  • Other responsibilities as requested by the Board of Directors, the Board Chair, or other officers of the Board.

Manage Organizational Policy:

  • To make a final determination and vote on the strategic plan for Empowered Futures and evaluate the organization’'s performance in accomplishing its mission on an annual basis.
  • Develop policies for the operation of the program committees, and to develop policies for trustee participation on the Board.
  • To determine performance standards for volunteers on the legal team, and evaluate performance on an annual basis.To review and approve personnel policies. review and approve the organization's annual budget; on an annual basis.

  • To review and approve a spending policy (determining the amount of money that will be available for grantmaking) for the organization, and an investment policy, that fulfill the mission and goals of the foundation.

  • Oversee the work of the Legal Committee in defining its short and long-term goals, monitoring the management of legal procedures and adhering to legal guidelines for each providence in Canada.

Required Time Commitment: 10 to 15 hours/month, under a 1 Year Team

Attendance at all regular monthly board meetings (every 2nd Tuesday of the month)

Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in Law or Juris Doctor (J.D.)

  • At least 3 years of current and/or previous experience in a legal position

  • Previous experience in employment, corporate, civil, business, non-profit, contract, patent or general law

  • Experience with preparing legal documents, advising, conducting research, and negotiating agreements

  • Current and/or or previous experience as a Board Member.

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About Empowered Futures

Location:

1800 - 330 5 Ave Sw, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0L4, CA

Mission Statement

Mission: To create a transformational experience that supports emerging adults to live their lives to the greatest potential, feeling confident about themselves and empowering their future. Vision: To foster meaningful relationships and build a sense of belonging that promotes self-worth and inspires purpose in emerging adults. Purpose: We promote mental well-being and self-empowerment through workshops and mentorships that instill healing and inspire hope for emerging adults’ interests and careers to help shape their future success.

Description

Empowered Futures is a non-profit organization supporting emerging adults as they transition into adulthood. Our organization offers self-empowerment workshops and business mentorships. We aim to inspire and promote mental well-being in individuals ages 18-29.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Executive Admin
  • Legal (General)
  • Contract Negotiations
  • Group Facilitation
  • Management
  • Conflict Resolution

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • 10 to 15 hours per month
  • The ability to attend all monthly meetings

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