Volunteer Advisor - Governance & Board Leadership

Vancouver Japanese Language School and Japanese Hall

Position: Volunteer Governance Advisor

Advisor Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance on governance best practices and board development
- Support strategic planning and policy development initiatives
- Advise on board recruitment and orientation processes
- Share expertise in non-profit governance and regulatory compliance
- Mentor board members on governance matters

Required Qualifications:
- Extensive board leadership experience, preferably as Chair or Vice-Chair
- Deep knowledge of non-profit governance principles and practices
- Experience with BC Society Act and regulatory requirements

Commitment: Flexible schedule, approximately 5-10 hours per quarter

Duration: Ongoing until sufficient expertise is secured

To apply: Please send an email with a cover letter and resume to ysugiyama@vjls-jh.com.