Join Our Board!
Board Member
Location: Hybrid
Commitment: 4-8 hours per month
Compensation: Voluntary
The Opportunity
Driven by the Christian call to love our neighbours as ourselves, CantoGather is a Hong Kong charity founded in 2021 to build one loving CommUnity where every neighbour belongs — across cultures and communities.
We bring Cantonese language learning and intercultural education together so that children can participate fully in school life and build meaningful relationships across cultures.
Our work is guided by our ABC Model:
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A — Advance Cantonese Confidence & Competence
We make Cantonese accessible by building students’ motivation, confidence, and foundational competence so they can connect with peers and participate fully in classroom life. -
B — Build Intercultural Competence
We help students practise empathy, respect, and curiosity across cultures, nurturing a “we” mindset in school. -
C — Connect the Community
We support parents with survival Cantonese and equip teachers with inclusive, culturally sustaining practices so the whole school community grows as one across cultures.
We currently partner with primary schools across Hong Kong, supporting students, teachers, and families through programmes that strengthen connection, confidence, and community.
Essential Responsibilities
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Guide our strategic growth as we deepen our impact in the primary school sector
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Strengthen organisational capacity and long‑term sustainability by expanding partnerships, networks, and resources
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Bring your expertise and connections to open doors for collaboration and future growth
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Uphold strong governance rooted in integrity and neighbourly love
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Be a hands‑on partner in shaping and supporting key initiatives as we expand our reach
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Attend Board meetings every 1–2 months (moving to 2–3 months as we stabilise)
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Champion our vision for every child — across cultures — to feel they belong
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking Board Members with 5–10+ years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Marketing / Communications
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Business Development / Entrepreneurship
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Fundraising & Resource Development
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Strategy & Impact
Additional expectations:
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Proven ability to build networks, partnerships, or stakeholder relationships
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Experience supporting organisational growth or resource development
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Demonstrated leadership experience; Board or governance experience strongly preferred
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Align deeply with our CARE values, showing up as:
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Creative & Curious in imagining bold possibilities and adapting with agility
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Authentic & Aware in leading with humility, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
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Resilient & Responsible in taking ownership and following through with steadiness
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Energetic & Engaging in bringing warmth, presence, and joy to community life
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Share our commitment to building one community across cultures
Why Join Us
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A meaningful leadership role in a values‑driven organisation shaping Hong Kong’s future of inclusion
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The chance to help build a citywide movement of connection and belonging
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Collaboration with a passionate, energetic team committed to humility, creativity, and community
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The joy of seeing your contributions strengthen community life across cultures
How to Apply
If you’re ready to make CommUnity a reality with us, send your CV and a short introduction to our Board Chairperson, Florence Lau, at recruitment@cantogather.com.
