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Position: Reading Program Teacher

Employer: The Bhutan Canada Foundation

Location: Bhutan - various locations

Deadline: June 1, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: June 1, 2020
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Reading Program The Reading Program is an opportunity for teachers to help build the capacity of Bhutanese students and teachers. During a 4 week classroom placement teachers will help elementary or middle school youth to improve their English reading skills. Volunteer teachers will also mentor Bhutanese teachers, providing them with the chance to discuss teaching pedagogies and facilitate professional development initiatives. Volunteering in Bhutan Volunteers will gain exposure to a holistic and sustainable approach to development in Bhutan called Gross National Happiness or GNH. Teacher volunteers will also see firsthand how the ‘Educating for GNH’ initiative is infused in schools through curriculum, cultural practices, and green activities. Responsibilities • Plan, prepare, and model lessons based on national curriculum to a range of classes (all in English) to support student literacy and learning • Facilitate opportunities for capacity development for Bhutanese teachers through peer mentorship, sharing of teaching pedagogies, and developing professional development activities • Use culturally relevant approaches to teaching and be responsive to the local context • Take a genuine interest in local teacher and student development Qualifications • Bachelor of Education or equivalent education in teaching • Three years of classroom teaching experience • Fluent English speaker • Be in good health • Open minded person Program Dates Qualified teachers are currently being recruited for: • July 30 – August 28, 2020 • September 4 – October 3, 2020 • October 2 – October 31, 2020 Visit https://bhutancanada.org/programs/bhutan-reading-program/ to learn more or apply.
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Position: Group Volunteer Leader

Employer: Results Canada

Location: Open to everyone no matter where you live in Ontario, keen interest for people who live in Toronto and GTA

Deadline: July 31, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Mid Level

Closing Date: July 31, 2020
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Results Canada combines the voices of our volunteers with strategic efforts to leverage millions of dollars for programs and improved policies that give the people living in the Global South, the health, education, and opportunity they need to thrive. We are a global movement of passionate citizens, committed to raising our voices for a world without extreme poverty. • Start and maintain a local group in your community or campus by recruiting members (a group should ideally have at a minimum 4 members) • Organize monthly education & action meetings in sync with our monthly calls to action • Take action alongside fellow group members on the current campaign • Coordinate the logistics of the group (meeting venue, email correspondence, follow up, fundraisers, etc.) • Promote and raise awareness and invite individuals to join your group • Manage and monitor group activities • Report on the group’s members actions on a monthly basis • Communicate regularly with Regional Leader for guidance and support • Ensure sustainability of group by empowering others to take leadership within the group *Until it is safe to do so, the meetings and actions will be done virtually. To get started, fill out this online form and we'll send you the first steps to becoming a volunteer: https://resultscanada.ca/#sign-up
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Position: Director, Legal Services

Employer: Firefighters Without Borders

Location: Canada

Deadline: July 1, 2020

Employment Type: Volunteer

Position Level: Executive

Closing Date: July 1, 2020
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Volunteer Opportunity: Board Member, Legal Services Firefighters Without Borders is a not-for profit organization providing training and support to fire departments in Canada’s remote and northern communities and around the world. We are currently seeking a professional with experience in legal services to join our Board of Directors. Our mission is “to protect life, property & the environment in communities around the world by providing professional training, education, resources and support”. To learn more about Firefighters Without Borders, please visit: firefighterswithoutborders.org Firefighters without Borders is seeking a Director, Legal Services to serve on our Board of Directors for a two-year term, with the possibility of a renewal (subject to Board and members approval). Board Member Responsibilities: A Director is fully informed on organizational matters, and participates in the Board’s deliberations and decisions in matters of policy, finance, risk programs, and advocacy. He/she serves in a volunteer capacity without remuneration. The Director shall: ▪ Have a commitment to and understanding of the purpose, policies and programs of the organization. Be an active and committed participant in the affairs of the organization. ▪ Approve, where appropriate, policy and other recommendations received from the Board and its standing committees. ▪ Attend all board meetings: review agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings. ▪ Monitor all Board policies: being informed of, and striving to meet all legal and fiduciary responsibilities. ▪ Participate in the development of Firefighter Without Borders’ organizational plan and annual review. ▪ Approve the annual budget, audit reports and review monthly activities as presented in the monthly financial statements. ▪ Participate in one or more Board Committees, including the Nominating & Governance Committee. ▪ Participate in Firefighters Without Borders fundraising/special events. ▪ Be willing to devote an average of 10 hours per month above and beyond monthly Board meetings. Specific Responsibilities for Nominating & Governance Committee: ▪ Help ensure the Board’s and organization’s compliance with all applicable government legislation. ▪ Ensure CRA and other required government filings are submitted as per regulations. ▪ Support Board Secretary to develop and recommend to the Board the organization’s approach to governance issues, including governance policies and procedures for Board approval. ▪ Regular review of the corporation’s bylaws to ensure relevance and compliance. ▪ Review the composition of the Board annually to ensure that the Board has the appropriate balance of expertise, skills, attributes and ability among the Board members. ▪ Support the Board Secretary with board recruitment and nomination processes and recommend to the Board candidates for election at the annual meeting. ▪ Board orientation and evaluation. ▪ Policy Development. Skills ▪ Professional expertise as a lawyer/paralegal, preferably with experience in a not-for-profit organization. ▪ Able to work independently and as part of a team. ▪ Knowledgeable and skilled in areas of board governance and project management is considered an asset. ▪ Previous board experience is considered an asset. How to Apply To apply for this position, submit a résumé and cover letter outlining your interest and experience to Sonya Santolin, Chair, Nominating Committee - Firefighters Without Borders Board of Directors: sonya@firefighterswithoutborders.org
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