Join our Board of Directors!

Description 

Seeking a board director for election at the 2026 September AGM: Apply by August 31, 2025 

Summary 

We are seeking a board director who is passionate about contributing their skills and experience to making a difference in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside (DTES). We welcome a background in all kinds of fields, including legal, finance, project management and fundraising. Currently, we especially want to add to our board depth in HR experience. 

About the Neighbourhood House 

The Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood House (DTESNH) is a secular, grassroots organization that provides a welcoming environment for residents to participate in community-driven programs. Our mission is to create opportunities for meaningful engagement in an equitable atmosphere of sharing and learning. Each year, we welcome nearly 9,000 residents, addressing critical issues like food insecurity and offering leadership, social, and recreational opportunities within a vibrant community. 

About the Board 

Our working board is a group of caring and committed community members and leaders who work collaboratively as directors to provide leadership and good governance in advancing the DTESNH mission, and who participate as volunteers in diverse initiatives.   

About Core Responsibilities and Expectations of Board Members 

Understand and are willing to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a director as outlined in the regulations governing our operation as a registered Canadian charity and a B.C. registered society. 

Attend monthly board meetings as a fully informed director prepared to engage in discussion and decision-making. 

Commit to a 2-year term as director, to 3-5 hours per month in core board duties, and some additional contribution in the form of Board committee work or other volunteer opportunities. 

About Whom We’re Looking For – individuals who bring: 

An understanding of the DTES community, alignment with the values of the DTESNH, and a passion for community service. 

While we welcome and value a wide of experience and skills among our directors, a background in HR would be a valuable enhancement of our current board capacity. 

Knowledge of non-profit sector environment 

Strong communication and collaboration skills. 

 
How to Apply 

Send your resume with a cover letter describing your interest in joining the board to Benita Ho, Board Chair, at natureandnatural1968@gmail.com. 

Applicants agree to meeting with the DTESNH board recruitment team to assess mutual fit. 

 
DTESNH Location and Heritage 

Our activities take place within the Unceded Territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations, honoring the land and its original caretakers 

Learn More about the DTESNH: 

Discover more about our mission and how you can contribute at dtesnhouse.ca.  

Join us in our journey to empower and uplift the Downtown Eastside community by contributing your leadership and expertise. Together, we can make a lasting impact!