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Participation House Markham is a trusted and community-based organization dedicated to providing high-quality programs and services for adults living with physical and developmental disabilities across multiple sites. Rooted in compassion, dignity, and inclusion, we are committed to empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose. Each year, we serve a large and diverse client community through the delivery of high-quality, individualized care, residential services and supports, day programming, outings, and assisted living. With a dedicated team, strong community connections, and a mission-driven approach, we are entering an exciting chapter of growth and transformation, and we are seeking a visionary leader to guide the way.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will play a pivotal role in leading the organization through a time of modernization, expansion, and impact. This is an opportunity to combine operational excellence with bold, strategic leadership, ensuring that clients continue to receive exceptional, compassionate care today while building the systems and strategies that will shape tomorrow. The Executive Director will oversee all aspects of the organization, including program operations, care and delivery, financial and human resource management, and organizational performance. At the same time, they will champion innovation by modernizing systems, digitizing care, and leveraging technology and data to drive accountability, efficiency, and quality outcomes.This is not only a leadership role but a change-making one. The Executive Director will cultivate and inspire a high-performing team, fostering collaboration and a culture of continuous learning and improvement. By implementing objective measures and performance metrics, they will ensure that services consistently meet and exceed the highest standards. Through compassionate change management, they will support staff and clients as the organization evolves, ensuring that Participation House Markham remains a place where inclusion and dignity are at the heart of everything we do.About the OpportunityAs the public face of the organization, the Executive Director will build strong relationships with government ministries, funders, and community partners. They will play a critical role in securing sustainable funding, advancing advocacy efforts, and positioning Participation House Markham as a leader within the health and social services sector. Representing the organization with credibility and influence, they will open doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and models of care that will strengthen our impact and ensure long-term sustainability.The successful candidate will bring senior leadership experience in healthcare, social services, or a related sector, with a proven ability to manage complex operations while driving innovation and strategic growth. They will have a strong foundation in financial management, human resources, and governance, along with the ability to work productively with a Board of Directors and staff. A post-secondary degree in health administration, social services, business, or a related discipline is required, with graduate-level education considered an asset. Experience with digital transformation and the implementation of quality improvement frameworks will be highly valued.Above all, we are seeking a leader who is both visionary and compassionate: someone who can see the big picture while staying grounded in operational excellence, who can inspire confidence and trust across staff, residents and their families, alternate decision makers, government, and community partners, and who is ready to lead Participation House Markham into its next chapter of excellence, innovation, and impact.To ApplyTo express interest in this exciting opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to <a href="https://www.miramsbecker.com/executive-director-participation-house-markham" target="_blank">https://www.miramsbecker.com/executive-director-participation-house-markham</a>. For additional information, contact Sarah Adams at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sarah@miramsbecker.com" target="_blank">sarah@miramsbecker.com</a>.Participation House Markham&nbsp;and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Mirams Becker Inc.

Executive Director - Participation House Markham

The Opportunity:Join our dynamic team as the Program Manager, Mental Health Outreach Team (MHOT) and be part of our journey to make a real difference to the Greater Victoria community!&nbsp; Reporting to the Director of Programs, this position provides planning, management, and administration of a team of 8 counselors in our youth mental health services at Thrive.Who We Are:THRIVE&nbsp;has been a trusted partner in enhancing lives in Greater Victoria since the 1980s.&nbsp; As a dedicated non-profit agency, our mission is to provide a wide range of services that help individuals and families build their skills, strengths and resourcefulness.&nbsp;&nbsp;We operate on a $6.5M budget through service contracts with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and Community Living BC (CLBC). With a passionate team of 70 employees, we uphold high standards in everything we do.&nbsp; Our consistent accreditation from CARF since 2004 speaks to our commitment to excellence.&nbsp; We also care deeply about our culture and the daily demonstration of our values of integrity, collaboration, and courage.&nbsp; At THRIVE, you'll find a vibrant atmosphere that fosters a strong sense of belonging for both employees and clients.Why Work With Us…<ul><li>An opportunity to grow and develop your skill set and network </li><li>Salary range of $95,000 - $106,000 annually</li><li>An exceptional benefits package including: 20 days paid holidays per year plus 12 paid statutory holidays, Extended Health Plan (including vision, dental and para-medical services), Municipal Pension Plan</li><li>Assistance with relocation costs possible — we work full time from our vibrant office in Victoria</li><li>And most importantly, an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community’s well-being</li></ul>What You’ll be Responsible For:<ul><li>Manages day-to-day operations and staff assignments</li><li>Ensures program standards, policies and guidelines are maintained</li><li>Develops, manages implementation of and evaluates the programs providing on-going supervision, case consultations and yearly performance outcomes reviews</li><li>Ensures that all accreditation and other applicable regulatory standards are met</li><li>Provides direction and support to ensure program goals are met</li><li>Oversees the budget and expenses for the MHOT, and makes budget recommendations</li><li>Preparation of grant applications </li><li>Seeking out fund development opportunities</li><li>Ensures accurate program and client records are maintained</li><li>Produces reports as required</li><li>Adheres to agency values and principles and promotes and models these</li><li>Ensures staff supports the mission, vision, values, strategic goals and policies</li><li>Works with senior management to formulate program policies and procedures</li><li>Connects the MHOT team objectives to our strategic plan</li><li>Identifies new program opportunities and participates in development/design</li><li>Participates in internal and external committees</li><li>Accountable for meeting all targets for contracted service hours, number of persons served and maximizing allowable staffing levels as per program budget</li><li>Determines staffing needs to ensure program continuity</li><li>Leads the recruitment and selection of program staff, organizing hiring panels and making hiring decisions</li><li>Orients and provides training to staff and/or practicum students.</li><li>Coordinates the scheduling and assignments of program staff</li><li>Supports and mentors staff to solve issues and resolve conflicts</li><li>Establishes performance expectations, provides feedback and conducts performance evaluations</li><li>Participates in and models conflict resolution between staff, clients and families</li><li>Investigates complaints filed by clients and staff as defined in the agency’s conflict resolution and/or ethical practice procedures and consistent with the collective agreement where unionized staff is concerned</li><li>Ensures effective communication with staff, clients and families and promotes their participation in and sharing of feedback in order to inform quality assurance practices of the agency</li><li>Promotes public awareness for the program, representing THRIVE externally</li><li>Develops and maintains positive relationships with government officials and with other community organizations</li><li>Proactively, professionally and effectively mitigates risk, creates safety plans, protocols and ensures their implementation</li><li>Competently manages critical incidents </li><li>Performs other related duties as required</li></ul>What You’ll Bring:<ul><li>Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology or Social Work or equivalent </li><li>Or Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and licensed under the Registered Nursing Association of B.C. and/or the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of B.C.</li><li>Or a degree in a related field with significant experience may be considered</li><li>Direct experience in mental health services, with a minimum of 5 years management experience in a mental health setting</li><li>Experience managing in a unionized environment</li><li>Experience working in the field of child and youth mental health</li><li>Understanding of the DSM-V</li><li>Experience providing supervision to child and youth counsellors</li><li>Working knowledge of specific community-based programs, related provincial and community support services, applicable legislation and policies</li><li>Excellent oral, written, facilitation and interpersonal skills</li><li>Demonstrated teamwork, leadership, supervisory skills and a strong commitment to principles of collaboration</li><li>Ability to work effectively with program staff, funders, and other agencies and organizations</li><li>Experience working with referral partners (MCFD, School Districts, Health Authorities, community partners, etc...)</li><li>This position requires the ability to function independently and frequently under pressure while managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines including effectively managing emergency situations</li><li>Program delivery activities may require a moderate level of physical fitness to effectively carry out duties of the position</li></ul>Your ApplicationWe look forward to receiving your application to help us continue our mission and fulfil our vision.&nbsp; Please send your current resume and cover letter to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@reimaginework.ca" target="_blank">careers@reimaginework.ca</a> with the subject line: “Thrive Program Manager Application”.&nbsp; We will be reviewing applications as they arrive.&nbsp;We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Please note that we are unable to support work visas of any kind.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you don’t meet all of our requirements exactly or have taken a non-traditional professional path, we still want to hear from you! Use your cover letter to tell us about your unique experience&nbsp; — we recognize that skills are transferable.&nbsp;We're building a diverse, innovative team that thrives on solving complex challenges. We encourage applications from candidates who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our growing organization.

Thrive Social Services Society

Program Manager, Mental Health Outreach Team

BioTalent Canada is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as the strategic and operational partner to the President &amp; CEO. The COO will translate strategy into measurable results, strengthen financial sustainability, and ensure the organization’s continued leadership within Canada’s bio-economy.This is a high-impact role for an entrepreneurial leader who thrives on balancing strategy and execution - from overseeing diversified revenue streams to driving organizational performance and building an inclusive, high-performing culture.What You’ll Do<ul><li>Translate strategy into clear operating plans with KPIs, budgets, and timelines</li><li>Lead and diversify revenue streams (federal funding, sponsorships, fee-for-service, and grants)</li><li>Oversee operational revenue-generating activities, project budgets, and deliverables</li><li>Support continuous improvement of processes, systems, and technology to increase capacity and efficiency</li><li>Provide inclusive, affable leadership across departments, strengthening people and culture</li><li>Build compelling value propositions for government, partners, and core audiences in the industry</li><li>Represent BioTalent Canada nationally as a trusted, credible voice for Canada’s bio-economy</li></ul>What You Bring<ul><li>10+ years of progressive leadership experience (including 5+ in senior operations or executive roles)</li><li>Proven ability to operate at the intersection of federal funding, sales-driven revenue models, and sectoral partnerships</li><li>Strong business and financial acumen with a track record of meeting ambitious revenue targets.</li><li>Strategic thinker with intuitive cross-disciplinary insight (federal, sectoral, and sales)</li><li>A people-first leader with experience embedding inclusion, collaboration, and performance into culture</li><li>Demonstrated interest and aptitude in artificial intelligence (AI) and applying emerging tools to enhance efficiency and decision-making</li><li>Sectoral association or national non-profit experience strongly preferred</li><li>Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset</li></ul>The full details of the job description will be made available when you click on “Apply Now”.Why Join Us?At BioTalent Canada, we support the people behind life-changing science. As COO, you’ll have a direct impact on ensuring our sustainability, advancing national workforce priorities, and shaping the future of our sector.BioTalent Canada offers a competitive total rewards package. Our hybrid work environment offers the flexibility to regularly work from the Ottawa office a minimum of two days per week and remotely from a designated home office.Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume outlining your interest and qualifications. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and the position has been filled.BioTalent Canada prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.&nbsp; Accommodations are available upon request for applications in all aspects of the selection process.We thank all applicants for their interest in BioTalent Canada, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

BioTalent Canada

Chief Operating Officer

<h3>Job Description</h3>About YOUYou are a visionary and values-driven leader with a passion for improving services that support children, youth, and families. With expertise in clinical strategy, service design, evaluation, and quality improvement, you bring a systems-thinking approach to your work—building frameworks and processes that ensure services are high-quality, equitable, and aligned with system priorities. You use data and evidence to drive continuous improvement and translate strategy into action. A natural collaborator, you work across teams to embed best practices into everyday service delivery. Guided by a commitment to inclusion, equity, and excellence, you’re motivated by impact—creating meaningful change that empowers staff and helps people thrive. You’re not just focused on systems—you care deeply about the people those systems serve.About ROCKROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) is recognized as the number one non-profit employer of choice, leading the way in providing mental health services to children, youth, and families in the Halton region. We are an accredited organization with exemplary standings from Accreditation Canada, reflecting our commitment to high-quality care. Our dynamic and collaborative team is dedicated to achieving our mission and vision, fostering a positive and inclusive environment that mirrors the diversity of the community we serve. At ROCK, we offer various professional development opportunities, company events, and a supportive culture that encourages innovation and growth. ROCK is site certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) a developmentally sensitive, neurobiology-informed approach to clinical problem solving. Our hybrid work model provides flexibility, combining on-site and virtual environments, to best meet the needs of our staff and clients. Join us in making a meaningful impact in mental health care.This is Contract Full-time position till March 31, 2027.The ROLEStrategic Service Development<ul><li>Lead development of service design frameworks and innovative models of care.</li><li>Conduct environment scans, identify sector trends, and recommend strategies to adapt and strengthen the service continuum.</li><li>Provide consultation to program leaders in applying evidence-based practices and emerging approaches.</li></ul>Quality &amp; Standards<ul><li>Develop and oversee the agency’s quality improvement and clinical practice frameworks.</li><li>Support the leadership of accreditation readiness and ensure compliance with professional, regulatory and funder requirements</li><li>Establish systems for monitoring service performance against benchmarks.</li><li>Translate standards into practical tools, training, and processes for staff, supporting consistent day-to-day implementation</li><li>Ensure compliance with the specific requirements of Section 27 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as any further health and safety responsibilities outlined in the agency’s policy and procedure documents</li></ul> &nbsp;Program Evaluation<ul><li>Design and implement an agency-wide program evaluation framework that measures service outcomes, client experience, and community impact.</li><li>Partner with data, IT and program teams to collect, analyze, and interpret outcome data.</li><li>Translate evaluation findings into actionable insights to inform decision-making, strategic planning and system advocacy.</li><li>“Act as the bridge between system strategies and frontline operationalization.</li><li>Support directors in embedding evaluation into service delivery, ensuring staff understand and use data for continuous improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with external partners and funders to align evaluation approaches with sector-wide priorities.</li></ul>Equity, Client-Centred &amp; Inclusive Approaches<ul><li>Embed equity, diversity, cultural safety, and accessibility principles into service strategy, evaluation and quality frameworks.</li><li>Establish processes to integrate client/family voice and lived experience into service design and measurement.</li><li>Work with program leaders to co-design and implement equity-driven initiatives that reduce access barriers.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Leadership Support<ul><li>Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to the VP Services and directors.</li><li>Works closely with the Vice President of Services to implement the VP’s clinical and service &nbsp;</li><li>Partner with directors and managers to implement quality improvement and evaluation plans, without direct line management of staff.</li><li>Provide training, tools, and coaching to leaders and teams on evaluation, quality improvement, and evidence-informed practice.</li><li>Represent the agency on system planning tables, research/evaluation collaborations, and quality/standards working groups.</li><li>Other duties as may reasonably be assigned</li></ul>Who we’re looking for:<ul><li>Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Nursing or related clinical discipline (PhD or equivalent asset).</li><li>MBA or comparable advance degree in management, administration or health leadership</li><li>8+ years of progressive senior leadership in service design, quality, or program evaluation within health, mental health or social services.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in program evaluation, quality improvement, and accreditation.</li><li>Strong knowledge of children’s services and Ontario’s policy/funding environment.</li><li>Proven ability to influence without direct authority, and to work collaboratively across portfolios.</li></ul>Key Competencies:<ul><li>Strategic Thinking &amp; Innovation: Anticipates system trends and develops proactive service strategies.</li><li>Evaluation &amp; Evidence Use: Designs evaluation frameworks and translates data into actionable insights.</li><li>Quality &amp; Accountability: Champions accreditation, standards, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Equity &amp; Inclusion: Ensures fairness, accessibility, and cultural humility in all frameworks.</li><li>Collaboration &amp; Influence: Builds alignment across leaders and stakeholders without direct line authority.</li><li>Advisory Leadership: Acts as a trusted advisor to senior and program leaders.</li></ul>Additional Requirements:<ul><li>Current (within 3 months) criminal reference check and after every three (3) years</li><li>Ability to work flexible and extended hours</li></ul>Our rewards ROCK, join our team and ENJOY:&nbsp; 🕒&nbsp;Flexibility: Plan your schedule to balance with your personal life.🏥&nbsp;100% employer paid premiums for extended health and dental benefits. (Contract &gt;1 year; you need to be exclusively working with ROCK) 🌴&nbsp;Recharge: Paid time off, Vacation time, and 2 additional ROCK holidays. 📖&nbsp;Learning: Access to professional development assistance to help you grow. 🍎&nbsp;Wellness: Health Care Spending Account and discounted GoodLife memberships.Be part of a team that makes a difference. Apply today and help us shape the future of mental health care for children, youth, and families!ROCK is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the community we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and ROCK’s Accommodation Policy.If you are invited to participate in the interview process and require accommodation for the interview, we ask that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide verifiable supporting information, such as medical or other documentation depending upon the type of Code-protected accommodation, to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. ROCK treats all accommodation requests confidentially.Please note that ROCK positions are currently working in an on-site and virtual hybrid model.&nbsp; Positions are located in the&nbsp;Halton&nbsp;Region and travel between sites may be required.

Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK)

Director of Clinical Strategy & Performance Excellence

Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.Our vision is socially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world. We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities, environmental stewardship, and supporting the wellbeing, and inclusion of all people. Through the pursuit of passions, students will find their unique purpose in the world.At Collingwood, we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. We live our values of courage, curiosity and community to be in service of others and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives. Be part of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better world.We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, we will work with you to make reasonable workplace accommodations you may need for your best work performance.We are looking for an experienced Advancement Database Officer to join our Advancement Team. This role ensures the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of the Advancement database (Raiser’s Edge), and plays a key role in gift processing, reporting, and data-informed fundraising efforts. This is a core operations role focused on annual giving, donor stewardship, and the infrastructure needed to support effective fundraising over time. This is a Full Time Permanent position that will start immediately.Responsibilities<ul><li>Database management and reporting</li><li>Maintain and update the Raiser’s Edge (RE) database with precision and consistency</li><li>Ensure data integrity through proper formatting, coding, deduplication, and system Audits</li><li>Build and maintain queries, exports, and reports for mailings, donor segmentation, event outreach and stewardship</li><li>Support our annual giving outreach</li><li>Work with our Director of Advancement and our Annual Giving and Parent Engagement Officer on generating our annual donor support</li><li>Generate regular reports to support Advancement planning and board reporting gift processing &amp; financial oversight</li><li>Process all philanthropic gifts in a timely manner (within 2 weeks), including cheques, EFTs, pledges and online donations</li><li>Ensure timely issuance of tax receipts and personalized acknowledgement letters in accordance with the Advancement Stewardship Matrix</li><li>Work with Finance to support reconciliation, quarterly reporting and year-end audit</li><li>Maintain accurate pledge tracking and generate monthly reminders</li><li>Prospect data and research support</li><li>Assist with identifying potential donors using existing data sources and public research tools</li><li>Support Advancement colleagues with research briefs and data-informed insights</li><li>Help track moves and engagement activities for key donor relationships</li><li>Provide strategic and project support</li><li>Support donor segmentation and list preparation for communications, events, and fundraising priorities</li><li>Help build infrastructure that supports long-term donor engagement and fundraising growth</li><li>Assist with administrative projects and tasks across the Advancement team as needed</li><li>Provide general administrative support</li><li>Monitor and manage the <a href="mailto:advancement@collingwood.org" target="_blank">advancement@collingwood.org</a> inbox with professionalism and responsiveness</li><li>Assist with RSVP list coordination and logistics for Advancement events</li><li>Attend and support Advancement events as needed (occasional evening/weekend hours)</li><li>Support and manage our industry skills database</li><li>Additional duties as required</li></ul>Required skills &amp; qualifications<ul><li>4 + years of experience managing databases; Raiser’s Edge experience strongly preferred</li><li>Database campaign management preferred</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high data accuracy</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working with datasets</li><li>Familiarity with or interest in donor research and data-driven fundraising</li><li>Clear written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Organized and able to manage multiple priorities effectively</li><li>Discretion and good judgment in handling confidential information</li><li>Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving</li><li>Canadian residency and legally entitled to work in Canada</li></ul>Our “Must Haves”<ul><li>Eagerness to support a mission-driven culture of philanthropy</li><li>Enthusiasm for detail, systems, and creating meaningful behind-the-scenes impact</li><li>Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community</li><li>Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity</li><li>Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written)</li><li>Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker</li><li>Flexible and adaptable and embraces change</li><li>Proven work ethic with utmost integrity</li><li>Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school’s success</li><li>Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self improvement (goal-oriented)</li></ul>We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, a generous benefits package, including RRSP, Personal Days, access to an Employee and Family Assistance Plan, and access to a Health Spending Account, health and wellness initiatives, along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work!The hiring range for this position is from $60,000 to $70,000. Please contact our Human Resources department at <a href="mailto:careers@collingwood.org" target="_blank">careers@collingwood.org</a> for questions or further clarification regarding the hiring range.Futures start here. If this role is a good fit, we would love to hear from you! Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume, including three employment references, by September 12, 2025 to <a href="https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/cws/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/2447" target="_blank">https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/cws/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/2447</a>We will begin reviewing resumes and conducting interviews as applications are received.We sincerely thank all applicants for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Please visit <a href="https://www.collingwood.org/" target="_blank">our website</a> for more information about our school.

Collingwood School

Advancement Database Officer

Job Posting 
Competition #121165 
Manager, Research (Band 3) 
Temporary, Full-time ((12 months, extendable to 18 
months) 
Location: Anywhere in BC 
Salary range: $88,700.00 - $125,700.07 annually 
Starting salary (firm): $103,500.17 annually 


Bring your passion for human rights, expertise in strategic research and commitment to equity 
to this impactful role with BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner. 

 
BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner (BCOHRC) exists to address the root causes of 
inequality, discrimination, and injustice in B.C. by shifting laws, policies, practices and cultures. 
We do this work through education, research, advocacy, inquiry, and monitoring. 
 
Reporting to the Executive Director, Research and Policy, the Manager, Research is responsible 
for developing and leading strategic research initiatives and projects, supporting research 
needs across the Office, supervising a team of researchers, and building positive working 
relationships with external experts and key stakeholder groups with the aim of producing high 
standard research to address the root causes of inequality, discrimination, and injustice in B.C. 
 
EQUITY AND DIVERSITY 
 
We are striving to build a diverse team that has lived experience with human rights. To 
complement the diversity of the BCOHRC team, preference may be given to applicants who are 
Indigenous, Black or People of Colour, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, 
sexual orientations, and/or, people with disabilities. 

It will greatly assist us with screening if you refer in your application to these stated 
preferences. Recognizing the impacts of discrimination, we ask for a brief statement only, to 
the degree you feel comfortable sharing. One of our guiding principles is to operate in a 
trauma-informed manner and thus, it is your choice whether to volunteer information. We will 
hold your application in strictest confidence, sharing it only with the hiring panel. 
 
Indigenous identity statement: In responding to the impacts of colonization in Canada, First 
Nations, Inuit and/or Métis people are encouraged to apply. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


CONFLICT OF INTEREST 
 

BC’s Human Rights Commissioner is an independent officer of the Legislature. This 
independence lends credibility to our work, gives us the widest scope possible to make 
effective change, and ensures that the perspectives of a broad range of marginalized people are 
a meaningful part of our processes and are amplified to decision makers and duty bearers 
through our work. Avoiding real, perceived and potential conflicts is necessary for maintaining 
BCOHRC's reputation for independence. This could mean that successful candidates may be 
requested to step down from governance or leadership positions such as boards or 
engagement in other activities that could result in an actual, potential or perceived conflict of 
interest. 
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

 • This posting is for one (1) temporary, full-time position 

 • This position is for a 12-month maternity leave coverage and may be extended up to 18 

months. 

 • The successful candidate must be able to function effectively and with flexibility in a 

dynamic environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines. 

 • Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada (i.e., Canadian citizen, permanent resident 

of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada such as via a work permit). 

Employment is contingent upon continued eligibility to work in Canada (“continued 

eligibility” here means that eligibility to work in Canada must be maintained to be 

eligible for continued employment). 

 • The successful applicant requires a criminal record check. Existence of a criminal record 

will not result in immediate disqualification. 

 • This position is excluded from union membership. 

 • An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies. 


 
HOW TO APPLY: 
 

In order to apply on this competition, you must follow the application instructions on the Office 
of the Human Rights Commissioner's website at: 
<a href="https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/</a> 
 

Posting Close Date: 5:00 p.m., September 12, 2025 
 

Only applications submitted to <a href="https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/</a> will be accepted. 

<a href="https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/careers-myhr/hiring-managers/process/choose-your-options/long-term/eligibility-lists" target="_blank">https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/careers-myhr/hiring-managers/process/choose-your-options/long-term/eligibility-lists</a>
<a href="https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/</a>
<a href="https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://bchumanrights.ca/about-us/careers/</a>

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Manager, Research

<h2>Member, Board of Directors (Founding Director - Volunteer) (m/f/d)</h2>Employment Type: Volunteer&nbsp;<h2>Summary</h2>Unseen Ottawa – Community Empowerment Toolbox (CET) is recruiting Founding Directors to complete incorporation and launch our first-year programs. Founding Directors will be named as First Directors at incorporation and help establish the systems that guide CET’s Street Stewards, Pay-It-Forward Meals, Skill-Share Workshops, and Micro-Work &amp; Housing Hub.<h2>About us</h2>Unseen Ottawa (CET) is a civic &amp; social, community-development initiative tackling homelessness with practical, community-run solutions. Our ladder of support pairs immediate relief (outreach and meals) with pathways to income, skills, housing navigation, and stability. We work from an equity, trauma-informed, harm-reduction lens and centre lived experience.<h2>What you will do</h2><ol><li>Governance &amp; strategy: Help finalize purposes, articles/bylaws, and a Year-1 strategic plan aligned to CET’s four pillars.</li><li>Founding tasks (first 90 days): Approve policies (finance, safeguarding, equity &amp; inclusion, conflicts of interest), adopt a simple control framework (budget, cashflow, approvals), and set the annual board calendar.</li><li>Oversight: Review monthly dashboards (outreach routes, meals delivered, workshop participation, micro-work engagement, housing navigation), risk register, and basic financials.</li><li>Partnerships &amp; fundraising: Open doors with local businesses, community groups, foundations, and city partners; support sponsor cultivation and campaigns.</li><li>Champion lived experience: Ensure people with lived/proximate experience shape decisions, materials, and program practices.</li><li>Committees: Contribute to one committee (Finance &amp; Risk; Fundraising &amp; Partnerships; Programs &amp; Safeguarding; Equity &amp; Lived Experience).</li><li>Time commitment: ~5–8 hrs/month (board meeting every 6–8 weeks + prep/committee work). Hybrid/remote with occasional Ottawa meetups.</li></ol><h2>What we are looking for</h2>Required<ul><li>Willingness to serve as a Founding Director and be named as a First Director at incorporation (consent to act).</li><li>Strong commitment to CET’s mission, equity, harm reduction, and trauma-informed practice.</li><li>Strategic thinker with good judgment, integrity, and collaborative style.</li><li>Ability to commit ~4–8 hrs/month and prepare for meetings (Google Docs/Sheets + Zoom).</li></ul>Nice to have (any mix)<ul><li>Treasurer/Finance (budgeting, basic controls, CRA filings).</li><li>Legal/Policy (governance, MOUs/agreements, privacy/liability).</li><li>Fundraising/Corporate Partnerships (sponsors, events, grants).</li><li>Public Health/Housing Navigation (street outreach, shelter/housing systems).</li><li>Local Business/Operations (hospitality/food/logistics).</li><li>Lived or proximate experience with homelessness/poverty (highly valued).</li><li>Previous board experience and/or bilingual (EN/FR) are assets, not requirements.</li></ul><h2>Why join us?</h2>Be a founding voice - shape how a practical, people-first model launches in Ottawa.See tangible impact quickly across outreach, meals, skills, micro-work, and housing navigation.Grow your leadership with a supportive, sleeves-rolled-up board culture.<h2>Our hiring process</h2><ol><li>Apply with resume/LinkedIn and answers to the five questions below.</li><li>30-minute conversation with the Founder and Executive Director</li><li>Reference check (1–2 people).</li><li>Invitation to serve as Founding Director; sign Ontario’s standard Consent to Act; onboarding &amp; orientation. (If you choose to join outreach or workshop activities, a Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested.)</li></ol><h2>Place of work / Location</h2>Ottawa, Canada (hybrid/remote-friendly). Occasional in-person board or partner meetings by agreement.<h2>How to apply for this job</h2>Click Apply (Quick Apply) and include your resume/LinkedIn. In place of a cover letter, please answer (bullets are fine): &nbsp;<ol><li>Why CET’s mission resonates with you.</li><li>Approximate monthly time you can commit.</li><li>Can you attend a 60–90 min board meeting every 6–8 weeks and one committee touchpoint monthly? (Yes/No)</li><li>Pick your top 2 strengths to contribute in the first 6–12 months. (Choose two: Treasurer/Finance • Legal/Policy • Fundraising/Partnerships • Public Health/Housing Navigation • Operations/Logistics • Governance &amp; Risk • Lived/Proximate Experience)</li><li>Do you have any real or perceived conflicts of interest (employer, vendors, funders, affiliations)? (Yes/No; if Yes, brief note)</li><li>Your Ottawa connection and/or lived experience you’d like us to be aware of (optional). &nbsp;</li></ol>Unseen Ottawa welcomes applicants from equity-seeking groups. Accessibility accommodations available -please tell us what you need. &nbsp;

Unseen Ottawa

Member, Board of Directors (Founding Director – Volunteer)

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