Board Member – Job Description

Flemingdon Health Centre (FHC)

Role Overview

The Board Member is a volunteer governance role responsible for providing strategic oversight, ensuring organizational accountability, and advancing FHC’s mission to deliver equitable, community-driven health services.

A Board of Directors contributes their expertise, lived experience, and leadership to support sound governance, strategic direction, and organizational sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Oversight

  • Provide oversight of organizational performance, risk, and compliance
  • Ensure adherence to governance policies and regulatory requirements

• Strategic Leadership

  • Contribute to the development and monitoring of FHC’s strategic plan
  • Support organizational priorities aligned with health equity and community needs

• Financial Stewardship

  • Review and approve budgets, financial statements, and key investments
  • Ensure responsible use of resources and long-term sustainability

• Committee Participation

  • Serve on Board committees (e.g., Governance, Finance, Nominating) as needed
  • Contribute subject matter expertise to Board deliberations

• Community Representation

  • Act as an ambassador for FHC within the community
  • Support relationships with stakeholders, partners, and funders

Commitment & Expectations

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (approximately monthly, September–June)
• Serve a 3-year term, with potential renewal
• Uphold FHC’s mission, values, and governance policies
• Commit to equity, anti-oppression, and anti-racism principles
• Prepare in advance for meetings and contribute to informed decision-making

Eligibility

• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to become an FHC member
• Willing to undergo a standard screening process (e.g., references, police check if required) 

Equity Statement

FHC strongly encourages applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities served, including those from racialized and equity-deserving groups.