Non-profit Board Positions

Role: Board of Directors - Multiple Positions
Type: board of directors positions / unpaid
Organization: Algonquin to Adirondacks (A2A) Collaborative
Location: Frontenac Arch Region, Ontario (Primarily virtual meetings. Preference given to candidates based in the Algonquin to Adirondack region who can also attend local events.)

We are seeking 2-3 new members to join our volunteer Board of Directors. We are looking for collaborative, and actively engaged leaders who are excited to serve as a shared stewards of the A2A’s Collaboratives mission.

Positions: General Director at Large, Treasurer (Volunteer)

Term Length: Two years with option for renewal, preference for longer-term commitments

Time Commitment: Approximately 3-6 hours per month. This includes bi-monthly 90-minute board meetings (6 per year) and participation in at least one committee or project annually.

About the Algonquin to Adirondacks (A2A) Collaborative

The Algonquin to Adirondacks Collaborative brings together people, communities, and our non-human kin to restore the vital, large-scale connection between Algonquin Park and the Adirondack Mountains. We are guided by reciprocity, ensuring that wildlife can move freely and thrive across this shared territory.

This A2A Ecological Corridor is one of the last remaining, intact threads of forest and wetlands in Eastern North America. It represents the best opportunity to restore balance and ensure the freedom of movement for large mammals across the Great Lakes–St. Lawrence system. It contributes to a climate-resilient landscape.

Operating as a partner-based organization, we do this work by building collaborative capacity for many different groups to work together. We also conduct research, build public awareness, and advocate directly with decision makers on issues affecting the A2A region.

For more information, please visit our website: a2acollaborative.org

We Are Seeking Thoughtful & Dedicated Board Members

We want directors to be deeply invested in our mission and willing to roll up their sleeves. We are working towards building a diverse and representative board, as we believe diversity strengthens our leadership and informs our approach to complex challenges.

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as a shared steward of the organization's mission, ensuring our work is guided by reciprocity and deep respect for the A2A region and all its inhabitants.
• Foster accountability and ask the incisive questions necessary to continually challenge conservation's status quo and embrace the urgency of these times.
• Share legal, administrative, and financial accountability with fellow board members.
• Prioritize attending all board meetings where possible, having read and reviewed the required materials to ensure efficient and productive sessions.
• Actively support and liaise with staff on committee work and strategic projects, offering expertise, direction, and lived experience as needed.

Additional Responsibilities for Treasurer

In addition to the general duties of a board member, the Treasurer plays a key role in ensuring the organization’s financial health and accountability. The Treasurer:

• Works closely with the Executive Director and bookkeeper to oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with charitable reporting requirements.
• Presents quarterly financial updates to the Board and provides clear explanations of financial statements.
• Chairs the Finance and Funding Committee and supports the annual budget and audit/review processes.
• Helps ensure transparent, responsible, and mission-aligned financial stewardship.

Who we are Looking For

We value leaders who are passionate about our mission and willing to dedicate the necessary time to board and committee work. We rely on the diverse experiences and viewpoints of board members to guide the organization and strongly encourage individuals from traditionally underrepresented communities in conservation to apply.

How to Initiate a Conversation (Application Process)

This process is not a rigid "yes or no" decision; it's the start of a mutual conversation to explore alignment. We want to understand what background and skills you can bring and allow you to see if our Board of Directors is the ideal fit for you.

Interested candidates can proceed in one of two ways:

1. Request a Chat First: Reach out to Jess Lax (our Executive Director) for a brief, confidential conversation to determine if there is a mutual fit before applying.
2. Submit Materials First: Send Jess an Expression of Interest letter and a CV/Resumé in one (1) PDF document.

Please send all correspondence and materials to Jess Lax at jess@a2acollaborative.org . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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