President; Board Chair

BOARD PRESIDENT (Policy Board Member)

Position Title:

President (Board Chair)

Term: [Insert Term Length – e.g., 2 years, renewable]

Accountability:
Reports to the Board of Directors and Members.

The President provides governance leadership to the Board and ensures effective functioning of the Board in fulfilling its fiduciary and strategic responsibilities.

• Chair Board meetings.
• Set agendas in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Ensure effective decision-making processes.
• Foster respectful, culturally grounded dialogue.

• Ensure Board fulfills legal and fiduciary duties.
• Monitor adherence to bylaws and governance policies.
• Support Board performance and development.

• Serve as primary liaison between Board and ED.
• Lead ED performance evaluation.
• Ensure clarity of roles (governance vs. management).

• Ensure oversight systems are in place for:
  • Financial accountability
  • Legal compliance
  • Conflict of interest management
  • Insurance and risk mitigation

• Act as spokesperson when required.
• Represent the Centre at OFIFC meetings or community events.

• Previous governance experience preferred.
• Strong facilitation and leadership skills.
• Understanding of Indigenous governance values and community accountability.