Tamil Community Centre

Board of Directors Application Portal

2025–2026 Term

Application Period

July 10 - August 10, 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

Important Deadline

Application Deadline: August 10, 2025

All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on August 10, 2025

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

Questions? Contact us at info@tamilcentre.ca