2026 Board Member Search

Code for Canada

9d•Remote

About The Position

Code for Canada is looking for one new member to join its Board of Directors as Treasurer. This is a national non-profit organization that works with governments and non-profits to create digital services that are inclusive, accessible, and effective for everyone in Canada. The board provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance, with the CEO and staff leading day-to-day operations. Board members are expected to be actively involved, sit on at least one working group or task force, and serve as trusted advisors to the CEO and management team. The Treasurer specifically will be responsible for financial oversight, budgeting and financial planning, governance and compliance, banking and cash management, and audit and risk management. Board members serve two-year terms and can be reappointed for up to two additional terms. The full board meets every two months, and the executive committee meets monthly.

Requirements

Financial literacy and the ability to read financial statements
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Integrity and a commitment to ethical financial stewardship
The ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial audiences
Strategic thinking and risk awareness
Must live in Canada

Nice To Haves

Professional experience building digital services or capabilities in a civic tech or public sector setting
Prior experience at a municipal or provincial or federal government organization
A commitment to Code for Canada's value proposition, with an appreciation for the technology sector, community-building, and public engagement
Personal integrity, credibility, and a commitment to inclusion and collaboration
Prior non-profit or charitable board leadership experience

Responsibilities

Serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO and management team
Guiding the development of Code for Canada's strategic plan
Reviewing the outcomes and metrics staff use to evaluate impact, and regularly measuring performance against them
Reviewing agendas and supporting materials ahead of board and committee meetings
Contributing to an annual performance evaluation of the CEO
Helping the management team and Board Chair identify and recruit other board members
Serving on committees or task forces and taking on special assignments
Supporting fundraising and partnership development
Representing Code for Canada to partners and acting as an ambassador for the organization
Upholding Code for Canada's commitment to a diverse board and staff
Monitor the organization's financial position and overall fiscal health
Review and interpret financial statements, reports, and budgets
Ensure accurate financial records are maintained
Present financial updates to the board at regular meetings
Support the development of the annual budget
Monitor budget performance and flag significant variances
Help with long-term financial planning and sustainability
Recommend financial priorities and resource allocation
Ensure the organization meets financial policies, regulations, and reporting requirements
Review and update financial policies on an annual basis
Support financial controls and risk management practices
Ensure appropriate policies are in place for handling funds and expenditures
Monitor cash flow and liquidity
Review and approve financial transactions as organizational policy requires
Coordinate the Code for Canada team on the annual audit, and work with the auditor as needed
Monitor financial risks and recommend ways to manage them