Volunteer Opportunity: Join our Board of Directors
Board Recruitment Notice
Join the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan Board
Join our highly talented and dedicated volunteer Board of Directors. Applications are being accepted for new Board members from across Saskatchewan. Board members must demonstrate a strong desire to guide JHSS as the organization supports youth and adults at risk or involved in the criminal justice process through prevention, intervention, support services and advocacy.
The Board is seeking members with one or more of the following attributes:
- Strong Financial Literacy
- Governance experience and knowledge
- Individuals living in Northern Saskatchewan
- Lived experience with the criminal justice system
Board of Directors meetings are held at least 4 times per year with additional participation in quarterly Committee meetings. The Board abides by existing governance regulations for not-for-profit organizations.
About the John Howard Society of Saskatchewan
The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan (JHSS) is a well-established non-profit provincial organization that provides effective, just, and humane services in response to the causes and consequences of crime and assists individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.
Mission Statement
The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan provides prevention, intervention, support services, and advocacy for individuals who are at risk or are involved in the criminal justice process.
Vision Statement
Communities have effective, just, humane practices that support positive social outcomes.
How to Apply
If you want to make a meaningful difference in our community, interested candidates should apply by sending a letter of interest along with a current CV or other indication of the skills the candidate is providing to the Executive Board Coordinator at preimer@sk.johnhoward.ca by February 3rd 2023. Applicants will be sent a self-evaluation form to be complete. If an applicant with lived experience is interested, support can be provided to complete the self-evaluation if needed.
