The Western Manitoba Women’s Centre (WMWC) provides programs, services, and counselling on issues affecting women and children, including family violence and sexual assault while encouraging respect, diversity and equality with a feminist perspective.
We are currently seeking applications from dedicated and community-minded women who are interested in serving on the WMWC Board of Directors. In particular, we are looking for skill sets such as human resources, legal, board governance, fundraising, advocacy and accounting. In return for your commitment to sharing your time and expertise, we give you the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of women and children in Brandon and Western Manitoba.
Responsibilities of the Board of Directors:
- Commitment to the advancement of WMWC’s mission, vision, and values
- Ensure that adequate funding is available for meeting the functions of WMWC
- Review and development of organizational policies
- Oversight of budget, financials, strategic planning, personnel, governance, and fund development
- Act as an ambassador on behalf of the Western Manitoba Women’s Centre
Qualifications
- Related education, experience, training, and/or a combination of the above
- Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
- Specific knowledge or interest in one or more of the following areas:
- Non-profit sector dedicated to supporting community needs of women and families
- Family violence and/or sexual assault service provision
- Fundraising or grant writing
- Human Resources
- Finances/Accounting
Commitment:
- 2-year term;
- Attend 10 board meetings per year (last Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.) Meetings are approximately 2 hours in length.
- Join one working Board committee (e.g., Fundraising, Events & Membership; Governance; Advocacy & Cultural Safety) and Board development workshops (approximately four times per year).
The WMWC is an information, resource, counselling and referral centre for women, gender-diverse folks and their families. Volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement. Click the link below and complete the Google form to submit your application prior to November 9, 2026.
Thank you for your interest in joining our board!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDXicdOlhfFXm7sp5LmNpj6SP-dTJJ5el2INHg74jsvAJflA/viewform
