Call for Board Directors (4 - 7 Positions)

Leverage your expertise to empower people to access and deliver justice in Canada and around the world.

For over 35 years, the Justice Education Society (JES) has improved people’s ability to access and provide justice worldwide. At JES, we believe that developing an individual's legal skills and strengthening the justice systems that serve them can help build a fairer society.

Our vital programs and resources have reached millions of people—including women and girls, Indigenous peoples, seniors, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQI+ community—equipping them with the tools they need to understand their legal systems and access the justice they deserve. Meanwhile, our renowned capacity-building programs have ensured that justice sector professionals are prepared to process cases efficiently, meet the legal needs of their communities, and deliver justice for all.

JES’s work is driven by our staff teams, networks of legal experts, and local partners in the communities where we operate. Together, we have developed innovative legal education resources and services, delivered comprehensive training for thousands of justice sector professionals, and improved the justice systems of more than 19 countries worldwide.

Board Director Opportunities

We are looking for new Board Directors with expertise in one or more of the following (order is not indicative of priority): (a) fundraising and sponsorship, (b) communications and marketing, (c) digital innovation and AI, (d) international development projects, policy, or funding, (e) human resources and labour relations, and (f) Indigenous and minority relations. Diversity on our board is integral, enabling us to truly represent, understand, and respond to the needs of our global community. Experience in the justice system or language skills in Spanish or French are helpful but not mandatory.

As a Board member, you will provide strategic oversight, champion good board governance, and offer expert advice in areas vital to the organization’s long-term success. You don’t need to be a professional Board Director, but you should bring strong leadership, sound judgement, and a collaborative mindset to strategic decision-making. Above all, you’ll share our commitment to service and integrity, contributing curiosity, expertise and balanced perspectives to Board discussions. 

The minimum appointment duration is two years, but we seek directors committed to the future with us and a long-term dedication to access to justice. As we prepare for board renewal and a refreshed strategic plan, we are searching for future board leaders who can develop into a committee chair or Board Chair. 

We are also searching for interested committee members. Please watch for our call for committee members, or feel free to submit your name and CV. Make sure your submission is for committee work and not for a Board position.

Board Member Time Commitment

• Board meetings: ~2 hours monthly (10 meetings/year)
• Board Sub-Committee: additional meetings as required (2-hour blocks)
• Strategic planning & Board development: up to 2 days annually

How to Apply

If you are a seasoned professional driven by a passion for access to justice, we warmly invite you to apply for this volunteer position. Please submit your expression of interest, including your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and motivation, to CEO@justiceeducation.ca by Friday, 10 October 2025.