Board Member (Volunteer) Job at Oakville Soccer Club, Oakville, ON

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  • Oakville Soccer Club
  • Oakville, ON

Job Description

Join Our Team: Shape the Future of OSC!

The Oakville Soccer Club is a thriving not-for-profit organization committed to providing top-quality soccer experiences to our community. We are currently seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to serve on our volunteer Board of Directors, contributing their expertise to help steer our club's future. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the governance of our organization, ensuring its continued growth and success.

What is a Governance Board?

A Governance Board, in the context of the Oakville Soccer Club, is a volunteer, strategic and policy-setting body responsible for providing overarching guidance and oversight to the organization. Its primary role is to establish and monitor the high-level objectives, policies, and mission alignment of the Club. Importantly, the Governance Board does not engage in the day-to-day operational activities, personnel matters, or individual team-related decisions, including coaching assignments or player placements. Instead, it focuses on ensuring the long-term success, financial sustainability, and ethical conduct of the Club, safeguarding its commitment to its mission and values. The Governance Board's primary objective is to maintain the Club's strategic course and foster its overall development.

Qualifications We're Seeking

OSC is seeking passionate professionals from Oakville with and the surrounding community to join our Board of Directors. We are actively seeking dedicated individuals with professional expertise who are passionate about governance, community investment, and making a meaningful impact. A love of the sport of soccer and a desire to be connected to the Oakville Soccer Club is appreciated. The crucial factor in becoming a valued member of our board is a commitment to leveraging your professional skills and experiences to contribute to the betterment of our organization and community. Whether you're an expert in finance, governance, or any other relevant field, your desire to give back to our community is what truly matters. Soccer knowledge is a bonus, but not the primary requirement for consideration.

We are seeking professionals with a connection to the Oakville community through residence, work, or involvement with the Club, who bring applied experience at a leadership or governance level in one or more of the following areas:

  • Government Relations / Municipal Affairs : Experience working with government or municipal partners on policy, advocacy, agreements, or community infrastructure.
  • Legal & Compliance : Experience navigating legal frameworks, contracts, regulatory compliance, or organizational governance.
  • Technology & Data : Experience providing oversight on technology strategy, data systems, cybersecurity, and/or responsible AI adoption.

We encourage nominations from talented individuals of all backgrounds, with a special emphasis on nominations from female candidates and those from underrepresented communities to support diversity in leadership and reflect the community we serve.

The Volunteer Commitment/Requirements

· One scheduled Board Meeting per month for approximately 2.5 hours.

· Ad-hoc meetings and conversations as required.

· Participation in one committee of the Board (Finance, Strategy, Governance) – approx. 3 hours bi-monthly.

· Attendance at the Club’s flagship events (3-4 annually).

· Board terms are three years. Directors are permitted to serve two terms as per the Club’s by-laws.

Nomination Process

Nominations opened on December 9, 2025, and will be accepted until January 5, 2026.

To apply, please submit the completed Nominations Form as well as a copy of your resume to nominations@oakvillesoccer.ca.

The nominations form can be found here:

Incomplete nominations or nominations submitted in alternate formats or through LinkedIn Direct Apply will not be accepted.

During the week of January 15 th , applicants may be invited to meet with representatives from OSC’s Board of Directors.

Nomination forms, with personal details redacted, will be posted to the Known Slate of Candidates on the Club’s website with the Board’s endorsements on January 23, 2026, and shared with the Club’s voting membership in preparation for the election at the Annual General Meeting.

All applicants will appear on the election ballot at the Club’s Annual General Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Event on February 7, 2026 and are asked to be present the event. The elected applicants will attend a brief meeting of the Board immediately following the AGM.

There will be three vacant positions on the board, and it's noteworthy that one existing board member, whose term has expired, is running for one of these vacancies.

We encourage you to consider this opportunity to serve your community and contribute your expertise to the Oakville Soccer Club. Join us in making a positive impact on the future of amateur sports in Oakville.

If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Katryna Indewey, Executive Director at kindewey@oakvillesoccer.ca.

Thank you for your interest in the Oakville Soccer Club. We look forward to receiving your nominations and welcoming you as a potential member of our dedicated Board of Directors!

Job Tags

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