Board Member

Description
The YWCA is recruiting candidates to fill vacancies on its Board. We invite applications from women who want to help achieve our vision of "Joining forces with the community to inspire women and girls to lead empowered lives."

As part of the world's largest not-for-profit women's organization, the Moncton YWCA has been providing services to women and their families since 1920.
The YWCA provides services including:
• Family law advice clinics
• Eating disorder resources
• Girls in-school programs to promote self-esteem and a positive body image
• Needs assessment and referral services
• A business development centre designed to assist new businesses
• A community resources library
• A variety of fitness and general interest programs for women
The YWCA is looking for volunteers with connections to community resources or skills and expertise in Marketing, Public Relations/Communications, Health Services, Legal, Fundraising, Translation or Project Management.

Qualifications
Nominations close April 30, 2010.
For an application package or if you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please write to dlsteeves@gmail.com or call the YWCA at (506) 855-4349.
Why is this a great opportunity?
• Feel good about making a positive impact on local women and girls
• Gain leadership experience
• Obtain volunteer experience that you can include on your resume
• Be part of strong national and international advocacy voice for women
• Enhance your social network;
Leader: Board President
Start:
End:
Continuing: Yes
Weekly Time Commitment:
Average of six hours per month
Day/Time: varies
Time arranged with volunteer: Yes
Training: Yes. The Board will conduct an orientation session for new Board Members and will team up new Board Member with a experienced Board Member