Join the Board

About the Board

As a small organization, our board of directors often plays an active role in the organization. This can mean fundraising, hiring and firing, policy and grant writing, representing The Centre in the community and playing an active role in the planning of the organization’s future. Our board functions as a collective and requires an 80/20 majority to pass a motion.

All board members are required to commit to attending one meeting per month with additional responsibilities as necessary. Each board position has a one year term with the opportunity for renewal.

Positions available

Board of Directors: Secretary

FAQs

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for enthusiastic and community minded gender- marginalized individuals who can commit 3-5 hours per month to general board responsibilities.

We are actively seeking applications from:

  • Black, Indigenous and People of Colour

  • Transgender community members

  • Community members over the age of 30, particularly those over 50

  • 2SLGBTQ+ parents

  • Disabled community members

  • Members of the LGBTQ+ community

What kind of experience do I need?

Our board is actively seeking applicants with experience in:

  • Anti-racism, anti-ableism and anti-oppression training

  • Non-Profit management & board experience

  • Fundraising & grant writing

  • Community organizing

  • Harm reduction & housing justice

  • Social media & media relations

I don’t have any board experience, can I still apply?

Yes! We recognize that due to systemic oppression many of us have been historically excluded from these kinds of governance spaces. If you feel under-qualified for these positions that’s okay! We provide comprehensive board training and we are committed to giving marginalized groups equal access to the decision making process that affects them the most, regardless of experience level. The most important thing is that you’re passionate about our mandate and community.

Who can apply?

Eligibility to join the board:

  • Must live in Peterborough County 

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Must be a gender marginalized person

  • Must share in The Centre’s values and mandate and show a commitment to these values in their daily lives

  • Must be able to commit a minimum of 3-5 hours per month and attend monthly meetings

  • Cannot be a member of the Trent Central Student Association Executive Team or any other TCSA position that represents students at Trent University

  • Cannot be a family member, roommate or romantic partner of another board member or a staff member of The Centre this also applies to pre-existing conflicts with another board or staff member that could affect bias

What do I need in order to apply?

Each application to join the board should include:

  • a brief bio introducing yourself (no more than 250 words)

  • a one page letter of intent outlining what you’d bring to the organization

  • an up to date CV with all relevant experience

Please send your application to trentcwtp@gmail.com with “application to join the board” in the subject line. Please specify your pronouns and what position you are applying to. We’ll be in touch with the next steps!