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Tamil Community Centre

Board of Directors Application Portal

2025–2026 Term

Application Period

July 10 - August 17, 2025

Location

Hybrid, Toronto, Ontario

Time Commitment

10-15 hours per week

Call for Applications: 2025–2026 TCC Board of Directors
(Volunteer Position)
We invite passionate and qualified individuals to apply for the 2025–2026 Board of Directors of the Tamil Community Centre (TCC).

If you are ready to help shape the future of our community, we encourage you to apply under one or more of the listed categories.

Our Vision

To be a dynamic, innovative, multi-purpose, and non-denominational facility incorporating spaces and services to help address the current and growing needs of the diverse Tamil community.

About the Role

We are seeking committed board members to serve on our organization's governing body. As an operational board, we require members who can dedicate 10-15 hours per week to help achieve our collective goals. Board members will advise on strategic plans, participate in committees, and monitor financial affairs.

Available Positions

1. General
  • Has served on a TCC committee or supported TCC initiatives
  • Experience managing volunteers or people
  • Confident in bringing in Founding Families
  • Strong project management skills
2. Accounting / Finance
  • Holds a CPA designation
  • Works as an accountant
  • Non-profit accounting experience
  • Familiarity with construction finance and cash flow management
3. Communications
  • Experience working with the government or public sector
  • Media relations and crisis communication experience
  • Strong writing skills for diverse audiences
4. Marketing
  • Experience in social media marketing (Instagram, YouTube preferred)
  • Strong project management experience
  • Experience managing multiple campaigns
5. Project
  • Real estate development experience
  • Strong project management skills
  • Experience submitting development applications to the city
  • Has managed external consultants (e.g. architects, engineers)
6. Fundraising
  • Experience leading fundraising campaigns
  • Proven track record securing major gifts or donor relationships
  • Comfortable soliciting contributions from individuals and organizations
  • Strategic thinking around donor engagement and stewardship

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend weekly 2-3 hour board meetings (Saturdays)
  • Co-chair board sub-committees
  • Represent TCC at events and in the community
  • Contribute to strategic planning and policy development
  • Monitor financial affairs and approve budgets

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Previous board experience preferred
  • Strong leadership and diplomatic skills
  • Passion for TCC's mission and community
  • Tamil fluency would be an asset
  • Experience with government relations
  • Relevant professional expertise

Required Documents

  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and relevant background
  • Current Resume (PDF or Word format)
  • Supporting Documents (optional)

Maximum file size: 10MB per document

Internal Auditor (Volunteer Position)
Join our Audit and Finance Committee to drive financial governance, risk management, and compliance

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain internal controls and assess financial and operational risks
  • Plan and execute quarterly audits; report findings to the Board
  • Ensure timely remediation of audit issues
  • Oversee procurement and vendor management, including policy reviews and due diligence
  • Monitor related-party disclosures and compliance
  • Support policy development and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

  • CPA or equivalent preferred; 5+ years in audit, risk, or financial governance
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Ability to work with senior leadership and present to the Board
  • Any experience with a charity is a plus
  • Experience with process improvement and compliance monitoring, particularly in a non-profit/charity setting
Organization Membership Application
Join TCC as a member organization and contribute to our community

Tamil Community Centre welcomes community organizations to join as members and contribute to building a stronger Tamil community in the Greater Toronto Area.

Membership Benefits

  • Access to TCC facilities and resources
  • Networking opportunities with other Tamil organizations
  • Visibility and promotion within the Tamil community
  • Voting rights in TCC governance decisions