Chair, Board of Directors
Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia

The Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia is a vibrant, stakeholder driven Board comprised of members who represent Nova Scotia employers and employees.  Operating independently of Government, the Board is accountable to establish the vision and policy direction for the Workers' Compensation system within Nova Scotia.  The organization exercises stewardship over assets of nearly one billion dollars and, in partnership with other agencies, develops a coordinated strategy for the workplace safety and insurance system.

The Board is seeking a Chair to preside over Board meetings and affairs and to ensure that good governance practices, appropriate accountability frameworks, and an effective organization are in place to maintain a sustainable workers' compensation system.

As the ideal candidate you will have previous experience in executive and senior leadership roles in complex environments with diverse stakeholders.  With a strong sense of social responsibility you are seeking to contribute further to Nova Scotians by your willingness to accept the challenge of this critical role. 

You bring exceptional relationship building and communication skills, significant experience and exposure to insurance, health, safety and workers' compensation issues, and an excellent understanding of both risk management and the impact of government regulation and legislation on workplace safety and health.  You have a solid knowledge of good governance principles and possess the credibility and leadership capacity to ensure accountable decision-making.

If this exciting part-time opportunity to serve meets with your personal and career aspirations please send your resume, quoting competition number CBD0925-CB, in confidence to Mildred Royer, Royer Thompson Associates, Suite 1000, 5991 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, NS B3H 1Y6, Tel:  (902) 422-2099 or email to admin@royerthompson.com.  To learn more about Royer Thompson Associates, visit our website at www.royerthompson.com.  The WCB is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from employment equity groups.