Executive Director: Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association (NSNPHA)

Location: Nova Scotia, or commuting distance of one hour (Remote / Hybrid)

Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000 commensurate with experience

Travel: Provincial travel and occasional national travel required (<10%)

About the Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association

The Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association (NSNPHA) is a provincial, membership-based organization focused on strengthening and advancing the non-profit housing sector across Nova Scotia. Through advocacy, collaboration, and capacity-building initiatives, NSNPHA supports the growth and sustainability of community housing providers throughout the province.

Established in 2023, NSNPHA brings together nonprofit housing organizations and sector partners working to expand access to safe, affordable, and inclusive housing for Nova Scotians.

Through advocacy, collaboration, sector capacity building, and strategic partnerships, NSNPHA works to strengthen the community housing sector and ensure that non-profit housing organizations have the tools and support they need to succeed.

The Opportunity

The Nova Scotia Non-Profit Housing Association is seeking an experienced and strategic Executive Director to lead the organization into its next phase of growth and impact.

This role presents a unique opportunity for a seasoned nonprofit leader to help shape the future of community housing in the province while strengthening the sector’s voice with government, partners, and stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring strong executive leadership experience, a collaborative leadership style, and a commitment to advancing housing solutions for communities across Nova Scotia.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the organization’s strategic plan
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for NSNPHA and the nonprofit housing sector
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government partners, funders, and sector stakeholders
• Oversee staff, programs, operations, and financial management
• Strengthen financial sustainability through funding partnerships, grants, and revenue development
• Support governance processes and maintain a strong relationship with the Board of Directors
• Provide strategic advice and regular reporting to the Board to support effective decision-making
• Lead stakeholder engagement and ensure strong member relationships and sector collaboration
• Identify opportunities to grow the organization’s impact, partnerships, and value to members
• Represent the organization at sector events, meetings, and conferences at the provincial and national level

About You

You are an experienced nonprofit or mission-driven leader who thrives in environments where collaboration, strategic thinking, and relationship building are essential.

You bring strong leadership experience and are comfortable working closely with Boards of Directors, partners, and stakeholders while guiding organizations through growth and change.

• Enjoy building partnerships and strengthening networks
• Are comfortable representing an organization publicly
• Can balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership
• Bring a collaborative, solutions-focused leadership style
• Thrive in a small team environment where flexibility and initiative are important

You may come from the nonprofit, public policy, housing, community development, or broader social impact sector. While housing sector experience is considered an asset, it is not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years senior leadership experience
• Previous Executive Director or equivalent senior leadership role strongly preferred
• Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors or senior executive leadership
• Strong financial and operational management experience
• Experience building partnerships with government and sector stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizations through growth and change
• Experience developing or implementing organizational or strategic plans
• Strong communication, facilitation, and advocacy skills
• Ability to thrive in a small, entrepreneurial team environment
• Post-secondary education in business, nonprofit management, public policy, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in the nonprofit housing sector or membership-based organizations considered an asset

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range of $100,000 – $120,000 depending on experience
• Health and dental benefits
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities

Location & Work Model

This is a hybrid position based in Nova Scotia, offering a flexible work arrangement.

The Executive Director is expected to maintain a regular in-person presence to support leadership, team engagement, and relationship-building across the sector. Halifax will serve as a primary hub for onboarding, meetings, and key organizational activities, and the successful candidate must be able to travel to Halifax on a regular basis.

Candidates may be based outside of Halifax (e.g., Truro, Wolfville, or surrounding areas); however, they must be located within a reasonable commuting distance to support ongoing in-person engagement.

The role also requires travel throughout Nova Scotia to engage with members and stakeholders, as well as approximately two to three national trips per year for conferences or sector events.

The organization will support the Executive Director in establishing an effective in-person working presence; however, this role is not intended to be fully remote.

Commitment to Equity and Accommodation

NSNPHA is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace and encourages applications from individuals who reflect the communities we serve, including Indigenous peoples, African Nova Scotians, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

NSNPHA is committed to fair and accessible hiring practices in accordance with Nova Scotia human rights legislation. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact the organization in confidence.