Board Member
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra |
| Address: | Winnipeg MB |
| Website: | http://www.winnipegjazzorchestra.com |
| Organizational Description: | The Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra (WJO) is Canada's first community-based, non-profit professional jazz orchestra. Founded in 1997, the WJO has matured to become an important part of Winnipeg's cultural landscape. The mission of the WJO is to be at the forefront of developing big band jazz through performing, recording, composing, education and community building by means of outreach, inclusion and collaboration. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5589 |
| Description of Duties: | We are seeking volunteers with diverse backgrounds who are willing to take on responsibilities such as: |
| Skills Required: | We are looking for people who care about our mission and are: We are currently recruiting for volunteers with skills and experience in HR, sponsorships, social media, IT/cybersecurity, and fundraising, though would encourage any interested individuals with a passion for music and volunteering to apply. The WJO is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable Board environment. We welcome applications from all individuals, including racialized persons, indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons and invite individuals to confidentially self-identify at the time of application. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations through all aspects of the selection and |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Joining the board of the WJO provides the opportunity to help us foster big band music for its potential to nuture empathy, create human connection, and contribute to a more compassionate society. As well, board members will have the opportunity to learn more about board governance and Winnipeg's wonderful arts community. |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening , Flexible Hours Board meetings are held in the evening once per month from September to June, and are currently a mix of online and in-person meetings. Each board member must also participate on a committee. The time commitment for meetings (attendance and preparation) will usually vary between 2-5 hours per month depending on committee activity, and all board terms are two years. In addition, board members must become a "subscriber" of the WJO, for either a partial or full season (usually starts at 4 concerts per year). |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - Assiniboine South - Downtown - Elmwood - Fort Garry - Inkster - Point Douglas - River East - River Heights - Seven Oaks - St. Boniface - St. James-Assiniboia - St. Vital - Transcona |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | Training/Orientation |
| How to Apply: |
Email: manager@winnipegjazzorchestra.com |
| Closing Date: | Dec 13, 2024 |
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