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Nominations Open for Directors-at-Large
The River Valley Alliance is a non-profit corporation overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors with a vision to connect metro Edmonton’s river valley from Devon to Fort Saskatchewan. The Board comprises 8 elected Councilors from our municipal shareholders and 8 Directors-at-Large. We have 3 openings for Directors-at-Large for the 2024-2026 term with up to 2 additional terms. The RVA respects and values diversity and wants to ensure all voices are heard. The recruiting process will be merit-based but focussed on reaching and appealing to a diverse range of candidates structured to give all interested individuals an equal opportunity. The role description and application process are detailed below.
Board of Directors Role Description
Eligibility – For the current board member openings, applicants must be a resident of the City of Edmonton,
Roles & Responsibilities – Bringing a solid commitment to the vision, mission, objectives, and values of the RVA with a well-developed community, corporate, or political experience and networking capacity in the represented municipalities and the communities encompassed by the RVA. Having prior board experience and skills in one or more areas – governance, strategic planning, Board and governance, construction engineering, legal matters, public affairs, government relations, commercial land development, conservation management, political acumen or indigenous relations is required.
General Duties – Board members are asked to work effectively with other Directors to provide strategic direction, set policy, allocate resources, monitor progress, and manage the business affairs of the River Valley Alliance, including ensuring the financial and human resources are adequate to meet the organization’s needs. Board members serve on various Committees as needed and undertake activities required to further the organization’s objectives. As a non-profit corporation, Board members represent the RVA to its shareholders, federal and provincial governments, and other stakeholders to maintain positive and productive relationships. Board members are also asked to volunteer for and participate in events and activities that promote and showcase the RVA and the trail system to the public and/or stakeholders.
To apply, we ask for a Resume and brief Letter of Intent outlining your interest and the value you can bring to the RVA Board. Applications will be received up to November 15, 2023.
Please submit the completed application form and supplementary documents as one .pdf to kristine.archibald@rivervalley.ab.ca