Communications Team Lead -Board Member

Job summary

Lead the organization's marketing efforts and oversee social media, newsletters, and communications as a member of the Board of Directors. Act as a community ambassador and ensure high standards of governance and fiscal responsibility to achieve the mission.

Job details

We are seeking a Communications Team Lead, who will sit on the Board of Directors and oversee and direct the marketing efforts of our volunteers. Applicants must have a passion for nature and environmental advocacy and be willing to engage with the members and community by bringing together individuals, communities, organizations, and local policymakers to effect meaningful change. ​ While preference will be given to Mississauga residents, all qualified applicants are welcome to apply. We are particularly interested in individuals with expertise in native plant gardening, marketing, digital strategy, communications, and/or fundraising. BB directors must be willing and able not only to participate in monthly meetings but also to devote hands-on time and effort as managers and workers in operational activities. This role is a minimum 3-year term. Time commitment averages 2 hours per week, with heavier involvement required from January to June. ​ This role also requires attendance of the monthly 2-hour board meeting, plus additional planning and committee meetings as needed In alignment with our organizational value of inclusivity, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, persons of colour, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons, and others Responsibilities As a valued Member of the Board of Directors, you will: Provide leadership to achieve our mission and uphold our values Execute our strategic vision to deliver on organizational goals. Oversee, direct and manage social media activity, newsletters and ad-hoc communications and initiatives. Ensure high standards of governance and fiscal responsibility. Act as an ambassador for Blooming Boulevards within the community Qualifications Knowledge of and passion for gardening Experience in a marketing leadership role Excellent navigation of social media platforms Strong teamwork aptitude Hands-on attitude and leadership skills Ability to commit at minimum 2 hours per week in addition to board meetings

What you’ll do

Lead the organization's marketing efforts and oversee social media, newsletters, and communications as a member of the Board of Directors. Act as a community ambassador and ensure high standards of governance and fiscal responsibility to achieve the mission.

Requirements

Candidates must have a passion for gardening and environmental advocacy along with experience in a marketing leadership role. A commitment of at least 2 hours per week plus monthly board meetings is required for a minimum 3-year term.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Fundraising · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Marketing Leadership
• Digital Strategy
• Communications
• Fundraising
• Social Media Management
• Native Plant Gardening
• Environmental Advocacy
• Governance
• Fiscal Responsibility
• Teamwork
• Strategic Planning
• Community Engagement

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Creative & Media
• Social Services