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Deadline to Apply: Board of Directors 2026-2028
Join Embark Sustainability’s Board of Directors!
Apply by January 29th, 2026
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Govern a nonprofit society cultivating food and climate justice in your community
A resume-builder and community-builder wrapped up in one! Embark’s elected Board Members represent the society’s 35,000+ undergraduate and graduate student members, ensuring the work and mission of Embark Sustainability are in alignment with the climate and food justice interests of their peers. Join the Board to have a say in this organization’s future.
Find your fit
Open Positions
Treasurer
The Treasurer ensures consistency across the Society’s budgets and finances, and assists the Co-Directors to prepare an annual budget for Embark.
Approximate hours of work per week:
2-3 hours/week
Contribute From:
March 2026 – March 2028
Governance Officer
The Governance Officer is in charge of policy decisions, as well as ensuring all existing policies are reviewed and updated on a timely basis.
Approximate hours of work per week:
2-3 hours/week
Contribute From:
March 2026 – March 2028
Secretary
The Secretary supports the Chair to create board meeting agendas and take minutes during meetings, and assists the Board in carrying out essential tasks.
Approximate hours of work per week:
2-3 hours/week
Contribute From:
March 2026 – March 2028
JEDDI Officer
The JEDDI Officer works collaboratively with others to help foster an inclusive environment and encourage social justice advocacy within the organization.
Approximate hours of work per week:
2-3 hours/week
Contribute From:
March 2026 – March 2028
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW
How to Apply
1. Attend an Info Session
Sign up below
Can’t make any of the dates? Email info@embarksustainability.org.
2. Complete Your Nomination Form
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collect signatures
3. Submit Your Board Application
upload your NOMINATION form, headshot, and other details
4. RSVP for the AGM
February 12th, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm
SUB BALLROOM
FAQs
Let us answer all your questions
What are Board Members responsible for?
As a Board Member, you are responsible for the governance of the Society. Board Members are trustees on behalf of all SFU students and other associate members of the Society. The Board of Directors determines the organization’s mission and purpose, selects and supports the executive director, monitors the organization’s programs and services, ensures effective fiscal and risk management, engages in strategic planning, orients new board members, ensures optimal board performance, and enhances the organization’s public image.
What is the expected commitment of an Embark Board Member?
2-3 hours per week, depending on the role.
How often do Embark Board meetings occur?
Once per month.
When are Board meetings?
The date and time of Board meetings is determined at the beginning of each semester to align with the schedules of all Board Members.
What happens at Board meetings?
Board meetings focus on the governance of the organization and are typically high-level. Items such as policies, contracts, and expenditure approvals, as well as long-term strategic planning, are carried out at Board meetings.
How many meetings will I have per month?
Depends on the role, likely 3-4 meetings per month including committee meetings.
Do I have enough experience to be on the Board?
Yes! This is a learning position. As long as you are willing to work hard at your position and learn quickly, you have enough experience to be on the board.
How do I know which position I should run for?
Read through the position descriptions and try to think realistically about what you would be most interested in spending your time doing and what position you think would best compliment your talents. Don’t limit yourself based on what you’ve done before, think about what you know you’re capable of doing!
What positions are available?
Multiple postitions are available and you can find them here!
What happens at the Annual General Meeting?
All candidates for a certain position will be asked a series of questions as a panel, after which people will vote for the candidate whose answers best match their own beliefs. Votes will be tallied and winners will be announced by the end of the AGM.
When is the Annual General Meeting?
Thursday, February 12th from 5:30PM to 7:30PM in the SUB Ballroom.
Is there anything I have to complete to be to be considered as an applicant?
Yes!
1. Register for and attend a 20 minute virtual Board Info Session. Can’t make the dates? Email info@embarksustainability.org.
2. Complete the Board Nomination Form.
3. Submit your Board Nomination Form and other key details through our Submission Portal. We will send you a follow up email within a few days letting you know we received your application.
4. Attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that would be held on February 13th at the SUB Ballroom in person.
Keeping Track
Important Dates
If you have any questions please email info@embarksustainability.org
Information Sessions (Online)
- January 19 | 4:00PM – 4:30PM
- January 20 | 5:30PM – 6:00PM
- January 22 | 5:30PM – 6:00PM
- January 23 | 5:30PM – 6:00PM
Application Deadline
- January 29 at 11:59PM PST
Annual General Meeting
- February 12 | 5:30PM – 7:30PM | SUB Ballroom (to be confirmed)
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