Reports to the President of the Thyroid Foundation of Canada

The Treasurer maintains proper records of revenue and disbursements and manages TFC’s financial investments.  He/she arranges for the annual audit by a qualified accountant and develops an annual budget for approval by the Board.  The Treasurer defines and implements financial policies and procedures for approval by the Board and prepares financial reports for presentation to the Board and at the Annual General Meeting.  He/she also performs regular board director duties:

 

• Participates in meetings, teleconferences and the AGM
• Discusses policy issues, direction and performance
• Reviews financial data

Reports to the President of the Thyroid Foundation of Canada

The main function of this position is to support the Marketing, Communications, and Brand promotions of thyroid disease and advocate for improved thyroid care. 

Skills required for this position include:

• Qualifications
  • Experience in Marketing, Communications/Public Relations, Design & Branding as well as advocacy including planning and implementing Marketing & Communications initiatives from concept, strategy development to launch
  • Experience with board related activities – policy development, presentations and financial reviews
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Fluency in French an asset
  • Knowledge of thyroid disease or experience with thyroid patients an asset
  • Passionate about making a difference – outgoing, social, enjoys to engage with people
  • Goal-oriented
  • Enjoys working with a team

  Support/Benefits

  • Orientation to the Thyroid Foundation of Canada
  • Access to the Foundation’s resources and Medical Advisor
  • Approved operational expenses reimbursed
  • Opportunities to attend thyroid related conferences (relevant to TFC organization)
  • Gain management experience – leadership, strategic planning, event planning, partnerships, marketing & communications, advertising, social media, budgeting, etc.
  • Liaise with stakeholders – medical community, government, corporations, associations, etc.

Time Commitment

Two hours per week.

Reports to the President of the Thyroid Foundation of Canada

This area provides a great opportunity for someone who has some experience in human resource management and recruiting to help manage the recruitment and development of TFC volunteers.  It can include:

Skills required for this position include:

• Consulting with colleagues to maintain the descriptions for all volunteer positions
• Defining recruitment strategies
• Screening and recommending applicants to the Board for volunteer work
• Providing an orientation for new volunteers
• Assessing volunteer progress
• Conducting performance evaluations and developing policy, procedures and other required volunteer management materials

Support/Benefits 

• Orientation to the Thyroid Foundation of Canada
• Access to the Foundation’s resources and Medical Advisor
• Approved operational expenses reimbursed
• Opportunities to attend thyroid related conferences (relevant to TFC organization)
• Gain management experience – leadership, strategic planning, event planning, partnerships, marketing & communications, advertising, social media, budgeting, etc.
• Liaise with stakeholders – medical community, government, corporations, associations, etc.

Time Commitment

Two hours per week.

The Help Line Team was established to repond to Thyroid patient enquiries either from our Help Line or via  email. This team consists of members from across the country who have good interpersonal skills and experience in dealing with most enquiries. A bilingual volunteer is required to respond to callers. Help Line members:

• Provide emotional support for patientsSupport/BenefitsSupport/Benefits
• Orientation to the Thyroid Foundation of Canada
• Access to the Foundation’s resources and Medical Advisor
• Approved operational expenses reimbursed
• Opportunities to attend thyroid related conferences (relevant to TFC organization)
• Gain management experience – leadership, event planning, advertising, social media, budgeting, etc.
• Make interesting stakeholder contacts – medical community government, corporations, associations, etc.
• Assist with using the search facility to find doctors’ names in caller’s area
• Discuss types of thyroid testing
• Assist with getting Health Guides or other materials
• Respond to requests for someone to give a presentation to their organization
• Provide advice on how to become a volunteer, a member or donate to TFC