Company: INKspire

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Mon, 09 Jun 2025 01:30:39 GMT

Job description: Board Member, Brand and MarketingLocation: RemoteRole Type: Brand and Marketing, Board of DirectorsStart Date: July 2025Term: 1-Year TermApplication Due: June 30, 2025About UsINKspire is a non-profit organization that strives to empower youth voices by providing a curated web platform where young people can share their ideas and perspectives on various relevant and contemporary issues across Canada and around the world. INKspire hopes to encourage youth engagement in current global affairs and provide opportunities for young writers, journalists, and artists to showcase their talents.Our mission: To give youth a greater voice in society by providing opportunities for young people to share their passion for writing, express their thoughts and ideas, learn from one another and come together to drive a positive social change.Our Vision: We envision bringing together youth into a space where they can learn, share, connect, and inspire one another to drive positive change in the world.DescriptionINKspire is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as Board Member, Brand and Marketing for a 1-year term. This critical volunteer role involves providing advice on INKspire’s marketing processes, establishing and building partnerships with other organizations, and increasing INKspire’s brand awareness and reach in the Greater Toronto Area.We are looking for a candidate with collaborative leadership skills who can advise on best marketing practices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing non-profit organization while empowering the next generation of writers and creators.Time Commitment: Approximately 10 hours per month, including participating in board meetings, attending occasional special events, and ad hoc consultations with the executive and lead fundraising team.Roles and Responsibilities

• Advise on best practices for marketing, including social media, content creation, newsletters, marketing campaigns, SEO, etc.
• Establish partnerships with colleges / universities / other literary arts organizations in the Greater Toronto Area to increase INKspire’s brand awareness and reach.
• Act as the primary liaison between the board and the marketing team.
• Provide mentorship to the marketing team.

• Attend regular and emergency board meetings.

• Represent the organization at public events when needed.
• Advise on INKspire’s mission, vision, and goals, and provide strategic guidance when needed.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in marketing, preferably for arts, youth and/or non-profit organizations,
• A relationship-builder and connector, able to help build awareness and develop partnerships for INKspire.
• Previous entrepreneurial, leadership, and/or coaching experience, including building and scaling teams, addressing challenges, and providing strategic advice.
• A collaborative work style with strong interpersonal skills.

If you meet most of the qualifications and are passionate about youth empowerment, we encourage you to apply.Why Join INKspire?This volunteer role provides a unique opportunity to:

• Shape the future of a growing non-profit organization.
• Empower young writers, artists, and creators to express themselves and make an impact.
• Build meaningful professional relationships in the non-profit and creative sectors.
• Leave a lasting legacy by establishing INKspire’s first formal board of directors.

Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionINKspire values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all volunteers. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.Application ProcessIf you are interested in this position, please apply by June 21, 2025, with the following:

• A brief introduction outlining the reasons for your interest in this role.
• Your resume.
• Links to your LinkedIn profile, blog, or personal website (if applicable).
• For questions about the role, please contact frank@inkspire.org

Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer role.Hiring Process

• The Co-Executive Directors will screen applications and propose candidates for the interview stage.
• The 1st interview will be with the Co-Executive Directors.
• The 2nd and final interview will be with the Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors.
• After the last interview, candidates will be notified whether or not they will be hired for the role.