Position Overview:
Directors provide governance and strategic input to ensure the SGGA achieves its mission. They bring diverse expertise and actively participate in board and committee work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in decision-making on strategy, governance, and organizational priorities.
• Serve on committees to support specific initiatives (e.g., events, fundraising, membership).
• Contribute expertise in areas such as marketing, education, or community relations.
• Attend monthly board meetings to contribute to discussions and ensure quorum for decisions benefiting SGGA members.

Compensation:
This is a volunteer position.

Position Overview:
The Managing Director leads and manages the SGGA, overseeing day-to-day operations, financial management, programs, and stakeholder relationships. They drive strategic planning, fundraising efforts, and member engagement to achieve the association’s mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Communication:

• Serve as the primary liaison between the board, members, and external stakeholders.
• Represent SGGA in public forums, cultivate relationships with key partners, and address member concerns.
• Provide the board with necessary reports, resources, and information to facilitate decision-making.

2. Meetings:

• Attend and participate in the Annual General Meeting (AGM), up to two committee meetings, and up to five special general meetings annually (6–8 meetings per fiscal year).
• Support meeting preparation, including scheduling, agenda creation, and documentation of decisions and actions.

3. Secretary-Treasurer Duties:

• Organize meetings, prepare agendas, and record accurate meeting minutes.
• Manage financial operations, including maintaining records, preparing budgets, and monitoring expenses and revenue.
• Collaborate with the association’s accountant or bookkeeper to ensure financial compliance.

4. Membership Administration:

• Oversee membership processes, including applications, renewals, and record maintenance.
• Ensure timely communication with members regarding benefits and renewal deadlines (January 1 annually).

5. Newsletter:

• Plan, create, and distribute SGGA’s quarterly electronic newsletter.
• Ensure newsletters are delivered on time:
  • Q1 (Jul–Sep): Distributed Oct 1
  • Q2 (Oct–Dec): Distributed Jan 1
  • Q3 (Jan–Mar): Distributed Apr 1
  • Q4 (Apr–Jun): Distributed Jul 1

6. Association Initiatives:

• Facilitate SGGA programs and events, including:
  • New Blooms: Annual supplier showcase and trade show (July).
  • Biosecurity Funding: Coordinate requirements with the Government of Saskatchewan.
  • Pesticide Applicator Course Credits: Collaborate with Saskatchewan Polytechnic and government contacts.
  • February Workshop: Organize networking and educational opportunities for members.

Compensation:
This is a paid position.

Position Overview:
The President provides leadership to the board and ensures effective governance of the SGGA. They oversee the implementation of strategic goals and represent the association in public and stakeholder engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the board and oversee strategic direction and governance.
• Chair board meetings and the AGM, ensuring quorum is met to facilitate decision-making for the members and facilitate productive discussions and decision-making.
• Represent the SGGA as its primary spokesperson.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director on operational and strategic matters.
• Ensure leadership development and succession planning within the board and organization.

Compensation:
This is a volunteer position.

Position Overview:
The Vice President supports the President in their leadership role and contributes to strategic initiatives and member engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the President and act as their delegate in their absence.
• Lead or support committees to advance SGGA’s initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director on membership engagement and outreach activities.
• Contribute to strategic planning alongside the President and the board.
• Attend monthly board meetings and assist the President in ensuring quorum for decision-making.
• Act as the chair if the President is unavailable during a meeting.

Compensation:
This is a volunteer position.