Board Director Advocacy

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Board Director Advocacy

Commitment: 15-25 hours / monthly
Dates: November 1, 2021 – October 31, 2023

Background

ChatterBox Theatre Society has been dedicated to delivering a meaningful theatrical experience to young audiences through interaction and humour. We aim to teach children positive values and offer them support in all stages of their development. In addition, we strive to build a stronger community by encouraging public engagement and dialogue, while nurturing and promoting our local artists.

What We Do

ChatterBox Theatre provides positive and interactive theatrical experiences for children in the community. Our purpose is not only to create unique and enjoyable productions, but also teach children concepts of feelings and how they influence the world around them.

Apart from the education and entertainment of our unique plays, we also offer support for the local artistic community by creating development opportunities for young performers. We also help connect the public with emerging artists, offering space for exhibitions and periodic events.

Why Should You Volunteer For This Opportunity

ChatterBox Theatre Society is a grass roots non-profit organization about to embark on a period of significant growth. We need your passion and expertise in shaping that for the future! Our volunteers are very committed and passionate, and help ensure successful outcomes of programs. Upon successful completion of the volunteer role or project, you can use us as a reference for your future roles. Volunteer hours may be used for maintaining your professional designation and/or program studies.

Purpose Of The Position

The Board Director – Advocacy reports to the Board Chair and provides leadership to the board in the areas of advocacy and government relations. This role is responsible for providing expertise in the areas of educating policy makers or local legislators, as well as keeping government officials or policy makers up to date on the latest community trends. This senior leadership role will also guide and coach others to ensure the organization meets its advocacy goals.

Qualifications:

  • 5 – 10 years’ experience in the area of advocacy and/or government relations.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in political science, public relations, or business.
  • Experience working with non-profit organizations and/or similar role.
  • Previous board experience is considered an asset.
  • Willingness to contribute financially to the organization through donations and comfortable asking others to do the same.
  • Passionate interest in theatre and education of the fine arts in Calgary.
  • Bringing a network of potential collaborators considered an asset.
  • Legally entitled to volunteer in Canada, with the ability to meet volunteer screening requirements (e.g. criminal check, including a vulnerable sector verification).

Additional Details & Skills Required

We encourage interested and qualified candidates to apply to this volunteer position as the Board Director – Advocacy. Please send a brief email explaining why this is an opportunity you are passionate about, as well as your resume and brief biography to contact@chatterboxtheatresociety.com.

To learn more about ChatterBox Theatre Society, or to donate to our cause, please visit chatterboxtheatresociety.com.

Please review the full job description in the attached PDF.

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