Join Skydancer Indigenous Cultural Society’s Board of Directors
Are you eager to guide, shape, and influence an organization dedicated to Indigenous arts, culture, and reconciliation?
Do you have the skills and dedication to serve at the board level? Skydancer wants passionate individuals like you to join its board of directors.
Apply today and be part of the transformative journey with Skydancer!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNANCE
Skydancer is governed by a volunteer board of directors who are responsible for the oversight of the society, its policy and direction. Board members guide the organization in fulfilling its mission, mandate and vision, remaining a true reflection of Indigenous Peoples whose ancestral territories the Tri-Region of Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Parkland County occupy.
The board supports the organization to remain a trusted Indigenous focused content, while contributing to a greater understanding of Indigenous Peoples’ issues and perspectives.
REQUIREMENTS
We seek members to contribute some of the following capacities on our board:
Finance;
Legal;
Elder or knowledge keeper;
Youth perspective;
First Nations, Inuit or Métis perspective;
Corporate experience;
Traditional knowledge and values;
Indigenous language speakers;
Past experience on a board of directors, while not necessary, will be beneficial.
LANGUAGE
The board communicates mostly in English but encourages and supports the use of Indigenous language and learning
TIME COMMITMENT
The board of directors meet monthly in Spruce Grove. Additional meetings may be held when necessary.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in serving on the Skydancer Board of Directors, you will need to complete an online application form and upload the following documents. Please prepare your files before completing the online application:
Cover letter (maximum of two pages) that addresses your interest in sitting on the board, the skills or areas of expertise you can contribute and eligibility;
Resumé.
Oral application whether recorded in audio or video will be accepted in lieu of cover letter and resumes.
Letter(s) of support (maximum of two) which include complete contact information of your references;
Proof of residency (driver’s license or similar legal document);
Proof of Indigenous ancestry (if applicable).
APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 30, 2024
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: executive.director@skydancerindigenous.com or 780-461-2399
As part of Skydancer’s mission and mandate to promote and provide opportunities for Indigenous Peoples, and in accordance with relevant legislation, preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.