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Executive Director

Fireweed Collective Society

Fort St. James, British Columbia

Position: Executive Director

Status: Full-Time (35 hours per week)

Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Extended Health & Dental, Professional Development Support, Vacation Entitlement of 4 Weeks

Location: Fort St. James, BC

Relocation Assistance: Available for the successful candidate

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Start Date: Negotiable

Lead Meaningful Change. Build Strong Communities. Shape the Future.

Fireweed Collective Society is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and visionary Executive Director to lead our organization through its next phase of growth, sustainability, and community impact.

Located in Fort St. James, British Columbia, Fireweed Collective Society operates within the unceded traditional territory of the Nak’azdli Whut’en, a member community of the larger Dakelh Nation. We recognize the importance of building respectful relationships with Indigenous communities and partners and are committed to providing services that are culturally safe, traumainformed, and grounded in respect, dignity, and self-determination. We believe meaningful support is built through relationships, humility, and a willingness to listen, learn, and walk alongside those we serve.

This is an opportunity for a leader who is passionate about supporting women and children impacted by violence while building strong partnerships, strengthening community services, securing new opportunities, and advancing meaningful change throughout the community. The successful candidate will understand the importance of culturally responsive service delivery and will be committed to fostering relationships that honour the histories, cultures, strengths, and experiences of the communities connected to Fireweed's work.

The Executive Director serves as the primary ambassador, advocate, and relationship-builder for the organization. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Indigenous communities, government agencies, funders, community organizations, staff, and the Board of Directors to strengthen and expand Fireweed's impact while ensuring operational excellence, cultural responsiveness, and long-term sustainability.

We recognize that leadership comes through many pathways and encourage applications from individuals with diverse professional, educational, community, cultural, and lived experiences. We particularly value candidates who demonstrate cultural humility, relationship-based leadership, and a commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and welcoming spaces for all.

About Fireweed Collective Society

Fireweed Collective Society is a registered charity committed to a vision of a community free from gender-based violence. Through safe housing, advocacy, outreach, wellness programming, and community partnerships, Fireweed supports women and children fleeing violence and works to create pathways toward safety, healing, empowerment, and long-term stability.

The Society delivers a continuum of services including Transition House, Second Stage Housing, Women's Outreach, and Women's Wellness programs, while fostering strong partnerships that strengthen supports for women and families throughout the community.

At the heart of Fireweed's work is a commitment to feminist and trauma-informed practice. Guided by the values of trust, compassion, reconciliation, decolonization, and learning, Fireweed strives to create safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive spaces where women and children are respected, supported, and empowered to lead healthy and self-determined lives.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors through the Board Chair, the Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and advancing Fireweed Collective Society's mission, partnerships, community impact, and long-term sustainability.

The Executive Director serves as the organization's lead relationship-builder, advocate, and community representative, cultivating strong partnerships with Indigenous communities, governments, funders, service providers, and community stakeholders.

The Executive Director is responsible for identifying and securing funding opportunities, pursuing organizational growth, strengthening community impact, supporting staff and organizational culture, and ensuring the effective operation of all Society programs and services.

The Board is seeking a leader who can build trust, strengthen organizational systems, support staff, foster community relationships, and help guide Fireweed through its next phase of growth and stability.

Key Priorities

The Executive Director will:

• Build and strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities, government partners, funders, and community organizations.
• Identify and secure new funding opportunities to support organizational sustainability and growth.
• Advance strategic partnerships that strengthen services, housing opportunities, and community impact.
• Raise the profile and visibility of Fireweed within the region and throughout British Columbia.
• Support a healthy, engaged, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Ensure strong financial stewardship and organizational accountability.
• Maintain high-quality, trauma-informed services for women and children.
• Identify opportunities for future program expansion and organizational growth.

Responsibilities

Program & Service Delivery

• Ensure programs and services align with Fireweed's mission, strategic priorities, and funding requirements.
• Monitor program quality, outcomes, and performance indicators.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
• Ensure services remain trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centred.
• Maintain compliance with contractual, licensing, accreditation, and reporting requirements.
• Support evaluation and reporting of program outcomes and community impact.

Strategic Leadership, Community Partnerships & Organizational Growth

• Provide visionary leadership to support the long-term growth and sustainability of the Society.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Indigenous communities, leadership, Elders, governments, funders, and community partners.
• Identify emerging community needs and opportunities aligned with Fireweed's mission and strategic priorities.
• Advance collaborative partnerships that strengthen services, housing opportunities, prevention initiatives, and community impact.
• Promote Fireweed as a trusted leader and advocate for women and children impacted by violence.
• Identify opportunities for organizational growth, program development, and service expansion.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives in partnership with the Board.
• Represent Fireweed at community meetings, regional forums, conferences, and partnership tables.

Human Resources Leadership

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, supervision, and performance management processes.
• Foster a healthy, respectful, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture.
• Support employee wellness, retention, and professional development.
• Promote leadership development throughout the organization.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, organizational policies, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Address workplace concerns and conflicts in a fair, respectful, and timely manner.

Community Relations & Advocacy

• Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for Fireweed Collective Society.
• Build strong relationships with local governments, Indigenous communities, service providers, health partners, schools, justice agencies, and community organizations.
• Advocate for women, children, and families impacted by violence.
• Increase community awareness of Fireweed's services and impact.
• Support collaborative approaches to addressing community needs and service gaps.
• Promote principles of equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and cultural safety.

Fund Development & Organizational Sustainability

• Lead the development and implementation of funding and resource development strategies.
• Identify, cultivate, and pursue new funding opportunities from government, foundations, Indigenous organizations, corporations, and community partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective funders.
• Oversee preparation and submission of grant applications, proposals, and funding reports.
• Monitor funding trends and identify opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
• Work with the Board to diversify revenue sources and strengthen long-term sustainability.
• Pursue opportunities to expand programs, housing initiatives, and community services through strategic partnerships and funding opportunities.
• Represent Fireweed in funding discussions, partnership negotiations, and collaborative initiatives.

Governance & Board Relations

• Support the Board of Directors in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.
• Provide regular reports, recommendations, and strategic advice to the Board.
• Ensure the Board receives timely and accurate information to support decision-making.
• Support policy development, strategic planning, and organizational accountability.
• Assist the Board Chair with preparation of meeting materials and organizational reporting.
• Implement Board decisions and strategic priorities.

Financial Stewardship & Risk Management

• Lead development and management of annual operating and program budgets.
• Monitor financial performance and cash flow.
• Ensure effective financial controls and accountability systems are in place.
• Coordinate annual audits and financial reporting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all funding agreements and reporting obligations.
• Monitor organizational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Safeguard the organization's financial health, assets, reputation, and sustainability.

Organizational Compliance

Provides leadership and oversight to ensure the organization maintains compliance with all applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, funding agreements, and contractual obligations. This includes monitoring and supporting compliance with the BC Societies Act, Canada Revenue Agency requirements for registered charities, Employment Standards legislation, Human Rights legislation, privacy legislation, Occupational Health and Safety requirements, and other relevant laws and regulations that impact the organization’s operations.

Maintains a strong governance and accountability framework by ensuring organizational policies, procedures, and practices remain current, effective, and aligned with legislative requirements, sector standards, and emerging best practices. Promotes a culture of ethical conduct, risk management, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Fireweed recognizes that leadership experience may be gained through a variety of pathways. We encourage applicants with relevant education, professional experience, community leadership, Indigenous leadership, and lived experience to apply.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Post-secondary education in human services, social work, nonprofit management, business administration, Indigenous studies, public administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Minimum five years of progressive leadership or management experience.
• Experience supervising staff and managing organizational budgets.
• Experience working with Boards of Directors, funders, governments, and community partners.
• Demonstrated success securing grants, funding agreements, sponsorships, or other revenue opportunities.
• Experience building partnerships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and leadership.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, service expansion, or community development initiatives.
• Experience within social services, housing, Indigenous organizations, non-profit organizations, health services, or community development is considered an asset.
• Understanding of trauma-informed and client-centred service delivery.

Leadership Competencies

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Relationship Building
• Community Leadership
• Partnership Development
• Cultural Humility and Respect
• Strategic Thinking
• Fund Development
• Advocacy and Influence
• Financial Stewardship
• People Leadership
• Accountability
• Communication and Collaboration
• Integrity and Professionalism

Requirements

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
• Ability to attend evening Board meetings and community events as required
• Ability to travel periodically throughout the region

Compensation & Benefits

Fireweed offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Salary of $80,000 – $100,000 annually
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Professional Development Funding
• Vacation Entitlement of 4 Weeks
• Flexible Scheduling Where Operationally Appropriate
• Relocation Assistance for the Successful Candidate

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Three Professional References

Applications should be submitted to:

fireweed.hiring@gmail.com

Subject Line:

Executive Director Application – [Applicant Name]

Applications will be reviewed as received and will remain open until the position is filled.

Fireweed Collective Society is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with lived experience relevant to our mission.

Why Fort St. James?

Located in the heart of Northern British Columbia, Fort St. James offers an exceptional opportunity to combine meaningful work with an outstanding quality of life.

The community offers:

• Affordable housing compared to larger urban centres
• A welcoming and connected community
• Access to world-class outdoor recreation including fishing, hiking, boating, hunting, and camping
• Opportunities to build lasting relationships and make a visible community impact
• Strong connections with Indigenous communities and cultures
• A chance to lead meaningful change where your work truly matters