Careers and Volunteers

The Board of Directors seeks 1 qualified volunteer to fill a vacancy on the Audit Committee.  Individuals considering this role should be prepared to serve for the reminder of the three (3) year term commencing September 2022 to March 2025. The three (3) member committee meets quarterly to review the Club's financial performance and activities. Further details regarding the Audit Committee's role and authority can be found in section 13.6 of the CKC By-laws.

Where meetings cannot be held virtually, Committee members are reimbursed for travel expenses and receive a per diem to cover the cost of accommodation and meals associated with their attendance at Board meetings (as required) and regular Committee meetings; this is in accordance with CKC policy. Audit Committee meetings are typically held via Zoom.

Applicants must be voting members in good standing with the Canadian Kennel Club and possess a sound comprehension of the operation and purpose of the organization. They should also possess a strong business background and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Experience in accounting and or financial management will be an asset.

 
Applications should be received no later than August 12, 2022.

Should you be interested in serving your Club in this capacity, please complete this fillable form. Send your completed form by email to ed@ckc.ca with “Audit Committee” noted in the subject line.

Audit Committee

For further information on the Committee’s terms of reference please click here: CKC Policy and Procedures.

• Manages the development, maintenance and application of policies and procedures related to the regulatory processes to ensure compliance. This includes the Discipline and Appeals processes, and with legal counsel as required
• Strategize on solutions to establish and implement practices that will enhance delivery and productivity for regulatory processes
• As the subject matter expert, provides direction on CKC by-laws, policies and procedures, member accountabilities and the Animal Pedigree Act
• Represents CKC’s interests at Discipline and Appeal hearings, as well as Legislation Committee meetings
• Acts as the staff liaison to the Discipline, Appeals and Legislation Committees
• Supports other departments across the organization by bringing their forward thinking and informed opinions on how CKC’s regulatory environment applies and can be adapted to support project and program development
• Prepares annual reports for the committees on behalf of the committee chairs
• Leads the preparation of the Legislation Committee agenda and actions Committee’s directives
• Oversees updates to the Policy and Procedures Manual and distribute revisions after approval by the Board of Directors
• Project leader for elections and referendums
• Responsible for ongoing management and support of regulatory and committees’ budget by providing input in the annual budget and reforecasting of budgeting process
• Provides leadership and direction to staff, setting clear objectives and expectations for effective and supportive performance management, including the encouragement for personal and professional development
• Evaluate employee performance through a disciplined documented approach and work with direct reports to establish annual goals
• Acts as CKC’s Privacy Officer
• Supports Director of People and Culture on key projects
• Other duties and projects as required

• Experience with regulatory processes
• Ability to impact and influence
• Experience with volunteer governance and Boards an asset
• Demonstrate working knowledge of CKC By-laws and policies and procedure
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate and collaborat
• Professional with exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skill
• Ability to work in a fast-paced by prioritizing and managing time effectivel
• Effective facilitation skill
• Computer literacy (Windows 365 including CRM, Excel, Word)
• Love of purebred dogs

• Ability to work productively remotely with occasional work from our head office located in Toronto
• CKC is a dog friendly work environment – comfort with dogs is required

• University degree, college diploma, or a combination of education and experience