Recruitment posting
Debtors` Assistance Board
Competition #: 708
Ministry : Service Alberta
Opening Date : 2020/09/21
closing Date : 2020/10/25
Role : Ministerial Appointment/Appointee
It is recognized in Alberta as a fundamental principle and as a matter of public policy that all persons are equal. Diversity and inclusion are valued and supported on the boards of Alberta's public agencies.
The Minister of Service Alberta is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as a Ministerial Appointment/Appointee to the Debtors’ Assistance Board and the Money Mentors Board of Directors.
Money Mentors was incorporated in December 1996 and began operations in May 1997. Money Mentors administers the Orderly Payment of Debts Program under Part 10 of the Federal Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act in Alberta on behalf of the Debtors’ Assistance Board. Money Mentors is mandated to provide financial literacy materials and education to Albertans.
The Board composition includes representatives from the credit industry, insolvency professionals, educational institutions, and the public.
The Board consists of one member appointed by the Minister of Service Alberta, two members appointed to represent various participating associations, and up to nine members of the public.
As a Ministerial Appointment/Appointee, the successful candidate will work as part of a team to represent the public interest to further the success of the board, and contribute to the overall leadership and strategic direction of the organization.
Board members contribute to:
- Establish the policies that guide the Board to fulfill its mandate;
- Participate in the development of the business plan, goals, and priorities of the Debtors’ Assistance Board and Money Mentors;
- Oversee the governance of the Debtors’ Assistance Board and Money Mentors and the job performance of the Executive Director of Money Mentors; and
- Approve the Board’s budget to ensure financial resources are allocated in a manner consistent with the board’s business plan, goals, and priorities.
One ministerial appointment position is available, which will be appointed for an initial term of up to three years. This position may be eligible for reappointment.
To be eligible for appointment a candidate must be a resident of Alberta and must not be a member of the credit granting industry.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated the following:
- Demonstrated background in community service, which may include volunteering or working for charities, community support organizations, boards, councils, or similar organizations.
- Knowledge or expertise in board governance in the private, public, and/or volunteer/profit sector.
- An understanding of the broader public policy context affecting the credit industry or insolvency is an asset.
- Interest or awareness of personal finances, financial literacy, or financial empowerment is desirable.
- Experience with the credit industry or financial management is also desirable but not necessary, as is a related professional accreditation.
- Understanding of the importance of teamwork to the success of an organization and the ability to inspire, motivate, and offer direction and leadership to others.
- Strategic thinking and planning regarding the opportunities and challenges facing the Debtors Assistance Board and Money Mentors, and the ability to engage in planning to provide high-level direction.
- Written and verbal communication, including the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy while bringing a public perspective to the Board.
The Government of Alberta is committed to offering qualified Albertans the opportunity to be considered as public members on Alberta’s public agencies, boards and commissions. To help ensure that Albertans are well-represented on boards, we invite applicants from all backgrounds who embody a range of knowledge, skills and expertise to apply.
Members of the Debtors’ Assistance Board and the Money Mentors Board of Directors Board are reimbursed for approved expenses related to Board business. There is no remuneration for service.
The Debtors’ Assistance Board typically meets once annually and the Money Mentors Board of Directors meets three to four times annually, including video and phone meetings. Board members can choose to participate in committee work, which varies based on organizational needs.
In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form.
Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section.
Please note: This ad will close on October 18, 2020, or until suitable candidate found.
Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460
Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.
Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the 'apply' button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on 'submit application'. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.
Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.
Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit 'submit application', you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the 'Drop files below or click to upload' section before clicking the 'apply' button.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates' qualifications most closely match the agency's requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.
The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 12th Floor 44 Capital Boulevard, 10044 - 108 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S7 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.
Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.