Avalon Centre is recruiting two new volunteer board members to join our governance team during an exciting
phase of growth and development.
Who We Are
Avalon Sexual Assault Centre is a feminist organization working to end sexualized violence and other forms of oppression. We take a lead on education and advocacy to bring about social and systemic change. We also support and empower people who’ve been affected by sexualized violence. We offer ongoing support through our specialized services, including sexual assault nurse examinations, sexualized violence trauma therapy, legal advocacy, and community navigation. To learn more about our work, visit www.avaloncentre.ca.
Who We’re Looking For
We strive to recruit Board members who are aligned with our feminist, relational, intersectional and trauma-informed approach, and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive Board that is representative of the communities we serve. We welcome individuals with a wide range of knowledge, experience, and/or interest in Avalon’s mission, programs, and services.
The following skills or experience will be prioritized in 2026:
- Finance/accounting professional
- Strong governance experience and/or a commitment to training and learning
- Legal and/or human resources professional
- Fundraising professional or experience
- Lived experience and/or connections to and within Indigenous and African Nova Scotian communities
- Understanding of sexualized violence services, prevention, or advocacy is an asset
- Note: Avalon’s board directors must reside in Nova Scotia
To encourage and honour diverse representation, knowledge, and experiences we will prioritize candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, and folks with disabilities.
Time Commitment
Avalon acknowledges and respects that members of the Board of Directors are volunteers committing unpaid work in support of the organization.
- Director terms are for three years, renewable once.
- Four virtual board meetings are held per year (approx. March, June, September, and December) at 6-8pm ADT, usually on a Wednesday evening. The AGM is on the same evening as the September board meeting.
- Board directors also serve on one committee (e.g. Finance & Audit, HR & Governance)
- Board and committee meetings are conducted in English.
- Orientation and ongoing opportunities for professional development will be provided.
- The overall time commitment is on average 36-40 hours per year, including board meetings, committee meetings, reading materials, and email communication.
How to Apply
Please apply by Tuesday May 19th, 2026. Interested applicants are asked to please send a brief email to avalon@hummingboard.ca:
1 – Introducing yourself, and sharing why you are interested in joining the board of directors at Avalon and;
2 – Attaching your CV/resume or you may provide a link to your detailed LinkedIn profile