Fairview Resource Centre (Volunteer Board Member for Fairview Resource Centre)

Organization Name: Fairview Resource Centre
Opportunity Title: Volunteer Board Member for Fairview Resource Centre
Category: Boards / Committee / Leadership
Commitment: Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: November 10, 2020
End Date: November 10, 2023

Email: info@frcns.com
Website: https://www.frcns.com/about1-c1x1t
Details:

• Background/police check required

Opportunity Description:

FRC Looking for Board Members: About Us: The Fairview Resource Centre (FRC) is a community hub located in Fairview, Nova Scotia. Fairview is in the urban core of Halifax and considered the most diverse neighbourhood east of Montreal. The population is approximately 12,000. The FRC started in 1986 and is a non-profit organization and registered charity. The centre has grown to offer a variety of programs and supports for all ages. Some of the programs include parenting support, youth programs, meal and food support, basic needs support, early learning and literacy support, peer support groups,  community wellness program and exercise groups, individual skill development, senior programs, referrals and advocacy and much more. The goal of FRC is to provide EDUCATION, OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT to the community. The centre offers community based, participant lead programs in a safe and welcoming environment. The centres serves over 500 different participants a year. ​ About You: ​ ​You are an enthusiast, compassionate, community minded individual who is looking to join a board that can make an immediate impact on the community we serve.  We are seeking individuals with a background through credentials, or experience, in human resources, public relations, fundraising/corporate relations and project management.  When joining our board we would like for all members to serve and minimum of 1 term (3 years), and have the option to serve a second term.  The board meets monthly from 6-8 pm and applicants are to be prepared for a second monthly meeting to complete committee work. New board members will be asked to provide references and complete a police records check. For any further questions, or to express your interest in this opportunity please email a copy of your resume, or information that outlines your background and what you feel you can bring to this role, to  info@frcns.com. Thank you!