Chair of the Board of Directors

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Open Positions (Volunteer)

Chair of the Board of Directors

Role Summary

The Chair provides overall leadership to the Board and ensures Zamar Music Inc. fulfills its mission, vision, and strategic objectives. The Chair leads board operations, partners closely with the Executive Director, and sets the tone for an engaged, accountable, high-functioning board.

Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
• Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
• Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
• Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism

Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)

• Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
• Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
• Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
• Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise

Capacity & Accountability

• Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
• Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
• Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
• Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Leadership & Governance: Lead and facilitate effective board meetings; develop agendas with the Executive Director; ensure the board operates within its governance framework, adheres to bylaws, and maintains accountability to stakeholders.
• Strategic Guidance: Partner with the Executive Director to drive implementation of strategic goals; foster a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Board Performance & Development: Hold directors accountable to engagement, fundraising, and attendance expectations; oversee recruitment, onboarding, and development; ensure a diverse and skilled board composition.
• Advocacy & Representation: Serve as a lead ambassador for Zamar; build relationships with stakeholders, sponsors, funders, and community partners.
• Executive Support: Conduct regular check-ins with the Executive Director; act as a sounding board on initiatives and challenges; support succession planning.

Leadership & Engagement Opportunities

The Chair may convene or guide working groups (finance, fundraising, governance, programming, education) and lead strategic-planning and policy-development initiatives.

Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately

12–15 hours per month — regular ED check-ins, agenda and meeting prep, board leadership, events, and external representation. Higher during AGM, strategic planning, and major campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience, preferably in a board or governance setting
• Strong understanding of nonprofit governance and strategic planning
• Background in music, arts, culture, or the wellness sector is an asset
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.

Benefits of Serving

• Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
• Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
• Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to ***email_hidden*** . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Director of Fundraising & Development

Role Summary

This Director champions Zamar’s fundraising and revenue-diversification efforts at the board level, helping build the donor, sponsor, and grant relationships that fuel sustainability and growth.

Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
• Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
• Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
• Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism

Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)

• Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
• Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
• Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
• Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise

Capacity & Accountability

• Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
• Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
• Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
• Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Help shape and support the annual fundraising and development strategy alongside the Executive Director
• Support donor and sponsor cultivation, stewardship, and major campaigns (e.g., founding-member and legacy giving initiatives)
• Open doors to prospective funders, sponsors, and partners, and support the “ask” where appropriate
• Help model and encourage strong board giving and full board participation in fundraising
• Lead or co-lead the fundraising/development working group
• Support grant identification and the case for support in partnership with staff

Leadership & Engagement Opportunities

This Director is well positioned to lead the fundraising working group, mentor staff on development, and contribute to strategic planning around revenue and sustainability.

Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately

6–10 hours per month , higher during active campaigns and grant cycles.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, development, sales, sponsorship, or donor relations
• Comfort cultivating relationships and making asks
• A network that can be activated on Zamar’s behalf is a strong asset
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.

Benefits of Serving

• Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
• Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
• Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to ***email_hidden*** . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Director of People & Culture (HR)

Role Summary

This Director provides governance-level guidance on people, culture, and human-resources matters, helping Zamar build a healthy, equitable, and well-supported team as it grows.

Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
• Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
• Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
• Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism

Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)

• Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
• Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
• Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
• Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise

Capacity & Accountability

• Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
• Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
• Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
• Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Advise the Board and Executive Director on HR policy, employment practices, and workplace culture
• Support development of staffing frameworks, compensation philosophy, and volunteer/intern program structures at the governance level
• Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion in hiring, retention, and culture
• Support performance-management and professional-development frameworks
• Help guide the Executive Director’s review process and leadership-succession planning
• Lead or co-lead an HR/people working group as needed

Leadership & Engagement Opportunities

This Director may lead the people/HR working group, advise staff on organizational development, and contribute to policy development and strategic planning.

Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately

5–8 hours per month , higher during hiring cycles, policy development, or organizational change.

Qualifications

• Background in HR, people operations, organizational development, or employment matters
• Familiarity with employment standards and EDI best practices
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle sensitive matters with confidentiality
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.

Benefits of Serving

• Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
• Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
• Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to ***email_hidden*** . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Director of Communications & Public Relations

Role Summary

This Director strengthens Zamar’s brand, visibility, and public profile, helping the organization tell its story and grow its audience, supporters, and reputation.

Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
• Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
• Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
• Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism

Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)

• Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
• Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
• Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
• Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise

Capacity & Accountability

• Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
• Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
• Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
• Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Advise on communications, marketing, and brand strategy in partnership with staff
• Support media relations, public profile, and storytelling around Zamar’s programs and productions
• Help grow audiences and digital presence (social, web, press, community channels)
• Strengthen messaging that attracts new stakeholders, partners, and supporters
• Model active amplification of Zamar’s work and encourage the same across the Board
• Lead or co-lead a communications/marketing working group as needed

Leadership & Engagement Opportunities

This Director may lead the communications working group, advise staff on brand and audience growth, and contribute to strategic planning around visibility.

Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately

6–9 hours per month , higher around major productions, launches, and campaigns.

Qualifications

• Background in communications, PR, marketing, media, or brand
• Strong storytelling and audience-growth instincts
• Media, press, or influencer relationships are an asset
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.

Benefits of Serving

• Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
• Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
• Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to ***email_hidden*** . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Director of Government & Stakeholder Relations

Role Summary

This Director helps Zamar build and steward relationships with government and public funding bodies, positioning the organization for public support, advocacy, and partnership across municipal, provincial, and federal levels.

Core Responsibilities (Required of All Directors)

• Attend and actively participate in Board meetings (minimum 75% attendance)
• Review materials in advance and come prepared to contribute to discussion and decision-making
• Fulfill governance responsibilities, including motions, approvals, and strategic oversight
• Act as an ambassador for Zamar Music Inc. within your networks and communities
• Uphold organizational values, including equity, respect, and professionalism

Contributions & Engagement (Expected of All Directors)

• Make introductions that support Zamar’s development — donors, sponsors, partners (Target: 3–5 meaningful introductions annually)
• Attend and support organizational events — concerts, showcases, community activations (Target: 1–2 events annually; Board presence is expected across all major events)
• Amplify Zamar’s work through personal and professional networks
• Contribute strategic insight aligned with your expertise

Capacity & Accountability

• Participate in fundraising at the board level — supporting campaigns, cultivating relationships, and helping convert interest into support
• Board giving: Directors are strongly encouraged to make a personal annual contribution at a level that is meaningful to them, with no fixed minimum or maximum; what matters is full participation
• Help raise awareness of who Zamar is and what we do, bringing new stakeholders into the fold
• Be present and visible at Zamar events as a representative of the Board
• Participate in an annual board self-assessment and disclose any conflicts of interest

Role-Specific Responsibilities

• Help cultivate relationships with municipal (Brampton, Caledon, Region of Peel), provincial, and federal representatives and offices
• Support relationships with arts and cultural funding agencies (e.g., Canada Council for the Arts, Ontario Arts Council, and municipal grant programs)
• Advise on advocacy and public-affairs positioning that advances Zamar’s mission and mandate
• Identify public-funding, partnership, and civic-engagement opportunities
• Represent Zamar at relevant civic and sector gatherings
• Lead or co-lead a government-relations working group as needed

Leadership & Engagement Opportunities

This Director may lead the government-relations working group, advise staff on grants and advocacy, and contribute to strategic planning around public funding and partnerships.

Suggested Time Commitment: Approximately

5–8 hours per month , higher during funding cycles, advocacy pushes, and key civic events.

Qualifications

• Background in government relations, public affairs, public administration, or the grants/funding ecosystem
• Understanding of how arts and culture are funded and supported publicly
• Relationships across government or the funding sector are a strong asset
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Zamar Music Inc.

Benefits of Serving

• Make a meaningful impact in the arts, culture, and community-wellness sector
• Collaborate with a passionate, mission-driven team
• Apply and grow your leadership and governance skills while expanding your network
• Build lasting connections across the arts, education, and wellness communities

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and motivation to ***email_hidden*** . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of music arts and wellness. Together, we can make a lasting difference.