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Director, Volunteering

Board of Directors

Grand Valley Trails Association


   About the Position

Impact Statement
The Grand Valley Trails Association (GVTA) is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization that maintains the 240-km Grand Valley Trail and promotes hiking throughout Southwestern Ontario. As a Board Director, you will help support this mission by recruiting and coordinating volunteers who play an important role in maintaining the trail and promoting outdoor recreation in the community.

Description
Responsibilities include:
- Plan, lead, and implement volunteer recruitment, training, recognition, and retention activities for the GVTA.
- Recruit, interview, and select volunteers for a variety of roles, including trail maintenance, Board positions, administrative roles, and casual volunteer opportunities.
- Create, update, and maintain volunteer role descriptions, as well as volunteer and membership documents and forms.
- Keep the volunteer database up to date.


Position Qualifications

Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 50+

Area(s) of Interest: Boards/Committees, Environment, Leadership/Management

Skill(s): Motivate Others, Decision-Making/Prioritizing, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Accountability, Adaptability


Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: Orientation to the GVTA organization and Board is provided to all Directors. Training on the database and other tools required for the role will also be provided.
Working Conditions: With the exception of Board meetings held approximately 10 times per year (mostly remotely), most volunteer work is completed independently from home or an office that is convenient for you. The Director must have access to a phone, computer, and reliable internet.

The role primarily involves coaching and managing volunteers, along with independent office work such as writing role descriptions, responding to emails, and occasionally speaking with people by phone. As needed, the Director may also meet with volunteers at a suitable location, such as a coffee shop.
Transportation: Car required


Time Commitment

Duration: 1 year or more
Anytime
The role requires approximately 2 hours per week, with most work completed virtually. Directors are expected to attend 10 evening Board meetings per year, held on the second Tuesday of each month (except January and July) from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Directors may also participate in other GVTA-related events, particularly those focused on volunteer and member recruitment.

   Contact Information
https://www.gvta.on.ca/
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Didier Thevenard
519-497-9387
P.O. Box 40068 Waterloo, N2J 4V1
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