BOARD RECRUITMENT
PICS is a very trusted and respected organization in the region because of its leadership role in identifying and fulfilling the needs of the local community. PICS in partnership with different levels of Government, educational institutions and the local service providers, has successfully provided various programs and services to immigrants and general clients in the region. The overwhelming support and demand for more services in the community coupled with encouraging feedback from clients and case managers, as well as its excellent track record of consistently meeting and/or exceeding project targets, is a testimony to the organizational capacity, service diversity, and the quality of services provided by PICS.
Organization Mission
To promote harmony and intercultural understanding for the purpose of building a more inclusive and mutually respectful society.
Organization Vision
To build a healthy and just society which values and respects all cultures.
Interested in Becoming a PICS Board Member?
Are you interested in empowering communities through engagement to help others? Then we want you on our team!
About the PICS Board
Our board consists of 11 members who are recognized for their commitment and diligence in supporting the mission of the organization. The diversity of skill sets provides strength to the organization’s vision.
What we’re looking for?
Board members with expertise, knowledge and/or learned experiences in the different areas will help strengthen PICS Society’s ability to fulfil its mission:
- Accounting/Financial/HR
- Education
- Engineering
- Environment & Community
- Fundraising/philanthropic
- Health
- Legal/Law Enforcement
- Social Services
- Youth-serving
The following skills are highly desirable:
- Critical thinking & strategic planning
- Environmental, social and governance expertise (ESG)
- Finance
- Governance knowledge
- HR and company culture skills
- Industry knowledge
- Innovative solutions
- IT infrastructure, AI, and cyber security skills
- Leadership
- Legal and compliance
- Problem-solving skills
- Public speaking
- Restructuring, change management, and transformation
- Risk management
- Strong analytical skills
We aim for our Board to encompass diverse voices, backgrounds and perspectives.
Benefits
As a PICS Board member, you play a significant role in making a difference in the community and have the satisfaction of working with an energetic, committed board team. You’ll provide leadership and strategic direction, attend special events, help fundraise, and other responsibilities.
Term
A director has a normal term of office of two years.
*A director who has been a director for six consecutive years immediately ceases to be a director, and is not eligible to be a director for two years.
Conditions
A director, and a nominee for election as a director, must:
- have been an Active Member in good standing for not fewer than 365 days, or be a Life Member,
- be qualified to be a director under section 44 of the Act,
- consent to the nomination, in writing or in person,
- be at arm’s length within the meaning of the Income Tax Act from all directors and senior managers,
- not be a member of parliament, member of a legislative assembly, councillor in a local government, or member of a school board, or have submitted nomination papers for election to such an office, or have publicly announced the person’s candidacy for election to such an office, and be at arm’s length within the meaning of the Income Tax Act from any person who is,
- not be employed in the news media, and be at arm’s length within the meaning of the Income Tax Act from any person who is,
- agree in writing to forthwith notify the Society in writing should be the person at any time while a nominee or a director become subject to bylaw 6.3 (3)(e) or (f),
- consent to a criminal record check.
Code of Conduct
Board Members need to demonstrate ethical and professional conduct to maintain the confidence of the membership and the public. This commitment includes proper use of authority and appropriate actions in group and individual behaviour when acting as Board Members.
Board of Directors Candidate Application
Please send your resume to:
OR
Or mail it to:
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society
Unit #205 – 12725 80 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3W 3A6
Your resume will be forwarded to the nominating committee for consideration
Thank you for your interest in becoming a PICS Board Member.