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The Nominations Committee of the Equality Fund Board is currently extending a call for nominations to fill open positions on the Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals with Finance credentials, in-depth knowledge of Canadian financial law and risk management practices, and who are committed to advancing a feminist governance model that matches the radical ambition, rigour and power of our global vision.

We are looking for an enthusiastic new Board member who is interested in building Equality Fund’s new strategy that liberates our movements from unsustainable models of the past and accelerates the revolutionary, unfulfilled power of women, girls, and trans people everywhere. We are seeking a strong feminist partner to join our diverse and dynamic Board.

Our ideal Board members come from diverse backgrounds (including LGBTQI+ and Global South), and possess a passion for global feminist social change. Successful candidates will support and advance the values and culture the Equality Fund embodies, including a nimble, fast-paced environment poised for taking smart and courageous risks. The Equality Fund Board of Directors is made up of 18 members. For this round of recruitment, the nominations committee is seeking to identify a new member who could bring a combination of the following skills to the Board. Based on a skills analysis of the current board, areas identified in bold are priority for this cycle of board nominations.

Finance experience with business strategy, management, and/or risk in both for-profit and not-for-profit settings – CA, CPA, CAFM, CRM or equivalent designation essential

Experience within the Canadian regulatory environment

Currently, or formerly, operating at a senior executive level

Impact investing experience, with a particular focus on gender lens investing

Legal expertise

Leadership expertise

Communications and/or marketing expertise

Experience with feminist action or activism

Other Board Director experience

Supporting and/or working within intersectional feminist frameworks

Prepare for and participate in board and committee meetings

Fulfill governance and stewardship role to ensure the long-term success of the organization

Help the Board in carrying out its fiduciary responsibilities including approval and oversight of the annual budget

Assist in the development, review and update of board policies and governance structures

Participate in strategic planning sessions

Monitor the financial performance of Equality Fund and participate in the approval of the annual budget and Financial Planning

Monitor internal controls, accountability, transparency, and risk management areas

This is a volunteer position, requiring Board members to participate in one 1-2 day in-person meetings and three half-day video conferences per year. Each Board member is asked to participate in a committee – Governance, Finance and Audit, or Investment – committees meet an average of 4 times a year for one hour virtually. Board terms are three years, and renewable once.