Pride Hamilton aims to create and continually produce events that reflect the Pride the 2SLGBTQIA+ community has in itself, by strengthening the sense of solidarity & unity, as well as contributing to the vitality, and overall well-being of all people who wish to celebrate.
Being a Board Member is an incredibly rewarding journey filled with opportunities to connect with diverse and fascinating individuals from across the country. It’s not just about governance; it’s about building friendships, making connections with local advocacy and support communities, creating change, and having fun along the way.
Job Details:
- Volunteer Position (Not Paid)
- Term: 3 Years
Job Responsibilities:
· Provide strategic financial oversight and guidance to Pride Hamilton’s Board of Directors
· Lead the development of the annual budget and monitor financial performance against it
· Prepare and present clear, accurate financial reports (monthly/quarterly) to the Board
· Oversee financial records, bank accounts, cash flow, and authorized transactions
· Ensure proper tracking and documentation of donations, grants, sponsorships, and event revenue
· Support financial planning for Pride events, festivals, and special initiatives
· Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
· Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and best practices provincially and federally.
· Identify financial risks and recommend mitigation and sustainability strategies
· Collaborate with fundraising, sponsorship, and event committees to support revenue goals
· Assist with year‑end financial summaries, reporting, and any required filings
· Promote financial transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship of funds
Qualifications:
· 3 or more years experience working in finance, preferably with non-profits.
· Experience working on a board of directors an asset.
· Excellent team-working, interpersonal, and communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively with others.
· Must convey a positive and professional image to applicants and employees.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, time management skills, and solid documentation techniques.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Pride Hamilton commits to an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons and other equity deserving groups.
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. Pride Hamilton will accommodate the needs of applicants throughout the hiring and selection process under the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $1.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5
