Help Strengthen Families Across Alberta
Parents Empowering Parents (PEP) Society is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals to join our volunteer Board of Directors.
PEP Society is a registered Alberta charity that empowers families impacted by a loved one's addiction through professionally facilitated education, evidence-informed tools, and compassionate peer support. Every day, we help families move from chaos to calm, misunderstanding to knowledge, and hopelessness to hope.
As our organization continues to grow across Alberta, we are looking for experienced leaders who are committed to strong governance and making a meaningful impact in their communities.
Priority Skills and Experience
As part of our ongoing board renewal, we are looking to strengthen the Board's collective expertise across several key areas. While legal expertise is currently a priority, we also welcome applications from individuals with experience in:
- Legal
- Governance
- Finance and Accounting
- Human Resources
- Government Relations and Public Policy
- Marketing and Communications
- Fundraising and Grant Writing
- Technology and Data Management
- Risk Management
- Strategic Planning
We also value lived experience supporting a family member affected by addiction, although this is not a requirement for Board service.
Board Responsibilities
As a Board Director, you will:
- Provide strategic leadership and governance oversight.
- Help guide the organization's mission, vision, and strategic direction.
- Review financial performance and support sound fiscal stewardship.
- Participate in Board and committee meetings.
- Support organizational sustainability, fundraising, and community engagement.
- Serve as an ambassador for PEP Society throughout Alberta.
Commitment
- Approximately 6–8 volunteer hours per month.
- Monthly Board meetings and committee participation.
- Two-year volunteer term with the opportunity for renewal.
Why Join PEP Society?
Serving on the PEP Society Board is an opportunity to use your professional expertise to create meaningful change for families affected by addiction. Your leadership will help strengthen an organization that is making a lasting difference in communities across Alberta.
If you're looking to contribute your skills while serving a meaningful cause, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected]
Pay: $0.10 per year
Work Location: In person
