Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Term: 23 years (with the option for renewal)Start Date: September 2025Board Member Role DescriptionCalgary Performing Arts Festival (CPAF)Volunteer, UnpaidTerm: 23 years (with the option for renewal)Location: Calgary, AB (Remote options available)Start Date: September 2025About CPAFThe Calgary Performing Arts Festival is one of Canadas largest performing arts festivals, dedicated to nurturing amateur performers in music and speech arts. Many in the community will remember the festival as the Kiwanis Music Festival, its original name before rebranding to CPAF. Founded in 1931, the organization has a proud legacy of enriching Calgarys cultural landscape for over 90 years.Our mission is to inspire, develop, and celebrate the next generation of artists through performance excellence and personal growth. Each year, CPAF provides a platform for thousands of young performers to showcase their talents, receive professional adjudication, and build confidence.Role OverviewCPAF is seeking three new board members to begin their terms in September 2025, with specific expertise in:GovernanceFundraisingAccountingVolunteer Management/CoordinationAs a board member, you will help guide the strategic direction of the organization, ensure strong oversight, and support the festivals continued success and community impact.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership: Guide the development and implementation of the festivals mission, vision, and strategic plan.Governance: Uphold CPAFs bylaws, policies, and ethical standards; contribute to effective board decision-making and organizational accountability.Fundraising & Development: Assist with developing fundraising strategies, cultivating donors, and identifying new funding opportunities. Professionals with fundraising experience will be asked to lead or support development efforts.Financial Oversight: Review budgets and financial statements, ensure transparency and sustainability. Accountants will contribute specialized insight into financial reporting, planning, and risk management.Volunteer Engagement: Support planning and oversight of volunteer coordination strategies, including recruitment, onboarding, and recognition.Community Advocacy: Serve as an ambassador for CPAF by promoting the festival and engaging with community stakeholders and sponsors.Board Participation: Attend regular board meetings (typically monthly or bi-monthly), participate in committees, and support key CPAF events.Skills & Experience SoughtWe welcome applicants with a variety of professional and lived experiences, especially those with expertise in:Governance: Board or executive experience with non-profits or arts organizationsFundraising: Campaign development, donor relations, sponsorshipsAccounting/Finance: Chartered Accountant or equivalent financial backgroundVolunteer Management/Coordination: Experience organizing, leading, and supporting volunteer programs or teamsAdditional areas of value include: arts administration, marketing, law, education, event planning, or public relationsA passion for the performing arts and commitment to community developmentKnowledge of Calgarys cultural and non-profit ecosystem is an assetTime CommitmentApprox. 510 hours per month, including board and committee meetingsActive participation at all CPAF eventsEngagement in fundraising activities and community outreach as appropriateWhat You GainThe opportunity to support Calgarys vibrant performing arts communityExperience in non-profit board governance and leadershipProfessional and personal growth through collaboration with like-minded arts advocatesHow to ApplyIf you're interested in contributing your skills to CPAF's mission and helping shape the future of performing arts in Calgary, we invite you to apply!To apply, please submit:Cover LetterExplain your interest in joining the CPAF Board and highlight any relevant skills or experienceparticularly in governance, fundraising, accounting, or volunteer coordination.ResumeInclude both professional and volunteer experience in the arts, community, or non-profit sectors.Submit your application to: thank all applicants for their interest and look forward to welcoming new board members to begin their term in September 2025.Seniority levelSeniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeJob functionJob functionBusiness Development and SalesIndustriesPerforming ArtsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Calgary Performing Arts Festival by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Board Member roles.Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionist, Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency CentreBoard Certified Exotics Specialist, Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency CentreBoard Certified Veterinary Nutritionist, Calgary Animal Referral and Emergency CentreVice President, Finance & Services and Chief Financial OfficerVice-President (Finance & Services) and Chief Financial OfficerSenior Consultant, Employee and Labour RelationsResearch Ethics Analyst, Research ServicesApprentice, Aircraft Maintenance EngineerWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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