The Board provides strategic direction and oversight for the affairs of the corporation and its management of the pension and benefits plans. Terms have been staggered so that there is always a mix of new and experienced Board Directors; for this reason, we are always looking for new candidates.
The Board benefits from the diverse backgrounds and various life experiences that the Directors bring. Several are rostered leaders. Directors share their expertise in one or more areas relevant to our work (e.g., pensions, investments, Treasurers, benefits, wellness, communications, the ELCIC). Together, we enjoy great camaraderie as we work collaboratively to support Plan Members and Employers.
Applicants should either be a member of an ELCIC congregation or familiar with and friendly towards the ELCIC.
The Board consists of eight individuals. GSI sees value in having Plan Members serve on the Board and reserves at least two positions for active (i.e., enrollment status of employee in at least one plan sponsored by GSI at time of election) Plan Members, preferably one rostered and one non-rostered. Plan Members are particularly encouraged to apply.
We celebrate the rich diversity within our denomination and welcome expertise in any field related to our mission.
If selected, you will serve up to two 4-year terms. Each year you will attend two 2-day Board meetings, at least one of which will be held in person in Winnipeg and occasional special Board meetings (1 hour) by video call. You will also participate in the work of at least two Board Committees (i.e., Investment, Finance & Audit, Benefits, Governance, Communications) that meet as needed (typically once before each Board meeting) by video call.
To assist you in these important tasks, you will have the opportunity to receive continuing education including conferences and presentations by experts at Board meetings.
Directors are eligible to serve two consecutive 4-year terms.
National Church Council (NCC) elects the Directors of ELCIC Group Services Inc.
The Officers and committee chairs are elected by the Board of Directors from among their numbers. The Board may also appoint non-Board members to certain committees.
| Rev Dr Gordon Jensen | President, Chair of the Board | 2023-2027 second term |
| Mr. John Wolff | Vice-President, | 2021-2025 second term |
| Mr. Ray Henrickson | Treasurer, Chair of Finance and Audit Committee | 2021-2025 second term |
| Ms. Sabrina Buffie | Secretary, Chair of Benefit Committee | 2023-2027 first term |
| Mr. Wenzel Hoberg | Chair of Investment Committee | 2021-2025 first term |
| Rev Susan Climo | Chair of Governance, Communications Committees plan member: Rostered | 2023-2027 second term |
| Ms. Cathy Wilke | 2021-2025 second term |
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| vacant | plan member | 2023-2027 first term |
Complete the Board Biographical Data Form and send it to admin@elcicgsi.ca.
Thank you for considering sharing your gifts and helping to enhance the well-being of employees who serve in the ELCIC and its affiliates.
