Executive Director

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Employment Type:

Independent Contractor (approximately 20-25 hours per week)

Location:

Calgary, Alberta (applicant must reside in Calgary)

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

WHO WE ARE:

The Kahanoff Centre is a unique community asset that offers affordable office and meeting space to charitable and non-profit organizations. Located in Mohkinstis, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, our mantra is Community Building and our Kahanoff Centre tenant partners are leading organizations, bringing their missions to life each day. Attractively positioned in Calgary’s Beltline – and in close proximity to downtown Calgary, the Victoria Park/Stampede LRT Station, and numerous nearby amenities - the Kahanoff Centre is a Class A 12-storey, two tower property.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will be accountable for the management of the Kahanoff Centre for Charitable Activities (KCCA), with an aim to create and enhance an environment in which Calgary non-profit organizations can operate in stable, affordable, mission-enhancing, collaborative workspaces and have on-site access to cost-effective amenities.

Integral to this ongoing objective is a focus on the financial position in the short and long-term, while striving to achieve the organization’s vision of “amazing spaces, thriving amenities and quality shared services” for the non- profit community.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Providing leadership and vision to the work of KCCA.
• Working with our leasing agent to identify potential tenants and retain existing tenants to lease suites and individual offices in the KHUB, our co-working space.
• Establishing strong positive relationships with all KCCA tenants.
• Developing and maintaining a marketing program supported by regular programming, networking, and knowledge-sharing events.
• Taking the initiative to identify, research, and seek opportunities to implement the strategic direction set by the Board.
• Providing information on internal and external issues affecting KCCA.
• Developing and implementing operational plans, policies, and goals that further the strategic objectives.
• Working collaboratively with the Property Manager to develop long-term maintenance and capital spending plans and annual budgets.
• Acting as the chief representative, spokesperson and ambassador of the organization to all external constituencies, including community partners and media.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

• Strategic thinking, business and financial acumen and management skills
• Excellent ability to build effective and sustained relationships
• Proven leadership skills and ability to work collaboratively with demonstrated planning, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to identify and analyze opportunities
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Positive outlook and sense of humour
• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of the KCCA

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• Strong collaboration with the Board to execute strategic direction.
• Proactive identification and pursuit of growth opportunities aligned with KCCA’s mission.
• Consistent delivery of balanced, well-managed operating and capital budgets.
• Efficient collaboration with the Property Manager for smooth day-to-day operations and capital planning.
• High tenant satisfaction as demonstrated through positive survey results and responsive service improvements.
• A thriving, collaborative tenant community.

WHY WORK AT THE KAHANOFF CENTRE:

You seek a career with purpose. You have a passion to build a healthy and vibrant community where everyone belongs. You thrive with challenging work and value a culture of collaboration, professionalism and mutual respect.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit, via email, a resume and cover letter in PDF format, by 4:00pm December 31, 2025 to email: hr@tkcca.org

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For information regarding the Kahanoff Centre please visit https://thekahanoffcentre.com/home .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of the application.
• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email hr@tkcca.org

Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.