The Indigenous Diabetes health Circle (IDHC) seeking two youth adults to advise the IDHC Board of Directors and attend Board meetings.
June 18, 2024
The Indigenous Diabetes health Circle (IDHC) seeking two youth adults to advise the IDHC Board of Directors and attend Board meetings. This is a volunteer position.
The seven-member IDHC Board is an oversight body working on behalf of this non-profit organization responsible for organizational governance. The Board has a leadership role to ensure Indigenous clients and communities receive high quality services from the organization. To achieve its objectives, the IDHC works closely with clients, frontline health workers, community organizations and many partners. Seats on the Board are elected for a three (3) year term by a majority of the votes cast at an Annual Meeting of the Members.
Qualities, Skills and Experience Sought
- Prove —or potential—leadership skills
- Passion for improving health outcomes for
- Indigenous peoples
- Capability in health services to promote
Indigenous diabetes wellness
Meeting Schedule
The Board meets four times a year via Teams or a Zoom conference call—or in-person—as needed. The in-person location is determined by the Board and locations may change at the request of the Board. Meeting expenses are paid (in Ontario).
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their letter of intent, resume and any questions they may have for response to: Boardofdirectors@idhc.life. Only those being considered will be contacted. For more information contact ceo@idhc.life.
Deadline to Submit: Please submit letter of interest by August 9, 2024.
About the IDHC
The IDHC has over 25 years of experience in Indigenous diabetes health promotion, including training and program development. The IDHC delivers programs focusing on diabetes education, prevention and management in Indigenous communities in Ontario, both on and off reserve — serving First Nation, Métis and Inuit communities. Facilitating community capacity, building upon traditional strengths and supporting community-driven programming remain IDHC’s core focus. The IDHC is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-term. The IDHC head office is located in Thorold, Ontario.
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