The Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) is currently seeking three new Board members to join its Board of Directors.
Help to Make Toronto a Greener City For All by Joining TEA’s Board of Directors
The Toronto Environmental Alliance (TEA) is currently seeking three new Board members to join its Board of Directors.
For over 35 years, TEA has campaigned locally to find solutions to Toronto's urban environmental problems. As a not-for-profit organization, we advocate on behalf of all Torontonians for a green, healthy and equitable city. TEA is recognized Canada-wide for our municipal work on climate change, waste reduction, and other issues we believe are critical to the health and well-being of Toronto residents.
We’re looking for three candidates to join our inclusive and diverse Board of Directors. You’ll have opportunities to help set policies for the organization, shape TEA’s strategic plan, and strengthen our relationships across the city. Please note that board positions are unpaid.
Board members are expected to:
- Have a strong commitment to TEA’s mission
- Commit to a two-year term
- Attend and meaningfully contribute to approximately 6 to 10 board meetings each year through preparation, reflection, sharing, learning, listening, and fostering an inclusive work environment
- Participate in committees of the Board to undertake essential governance tasks
- Supervise and support the Executive Director
- Represent and advocate for TEA at internal and external events, as needed
- Support aspects of the organization appropriate to your abilities
- Be committed to social justice and anti-oppression
There are opportunities to take on specific roles including: Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Equity Officer, and/or participation on committees. All members of the board share these responsibilities. The amount of work can fluctuate over time depending on the priorities of TEA and the board.
We are seeking the following skills and experiences:
- Governance and/or senior non-profit experience
- Fundraising experience and/or enthusiasm
- Legal experience with non-profit, governance, or employment law
- Labour sector experience
Other experiences valued:
- Experience working in the non-profit sector or public sector
- Experience developing progressive organizational policies with a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion
- Familiarity with and commitment to the work of TEA
If you are interested in joining TEA’s Board of Directors please send a letter and résumé to [email protected] by Monday, May 6th, 2024. We are planning to schedule interviews between May 7th to May 20th, 2024, after reviewing all candidates and considering potential conflicts of interest. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
TEA encourages Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQ2S, and women, to apply and self-identify.