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<h3>About Us</h3>Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) is a farmer-run organization representing the interests of Ontario veal and dairy calf farmers. We provide leadership to promote industry development through collaboration and effective communication.&nbsp;Guided by our vision of proactive and engaged leadership for Ontario’s dairy calf and veal cattle farmers, VFO is dedicated to supporting a strong, sustainable forward-thinking industry. Our mission is to provide leadership that promotes growth and development through collaboration and communication, ensuring the continued success of our farmers and the sector as a whole.&nbsp;<h3>Job Summary</h3>We are excited to announce an opportunity for a forward-thinking and strategic Executive Director to lead and strengthen our farmer-driven organization in Guelph. This is a key role within the agriculture sector. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, you will oversee all operations, implement strategic priorities, and provide visionary leadership to a small, dedicated team.&nbsp;The Executive Director ensures operational excellence across the organization and remains ultimately accountable for the performance and success of all activities – ready to step in wherever needed, no task too big or small!<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Organizational Leadership<ul><li>Oversee all VFO’s operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Implement Board policies and strategic directives.</li><li>Develop, review and enforce organizational policies and procedures.</li><li>Prepare regular operational and regulatory reports.</li><li>Negotiate contracts, agreements, and leases, review insurance requirements annually.&nbsp;</li></ul>Financial Management<ul><li>Prepare monthly and annual financial statements with bookkeeper/accountant and auditor.</li><li>Manage license fee collections, accounts payable/receivables, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Develop annual budgets and monitor performance against forecasts.</li><li>Oversee VFO’s expenditures, revenues, and investments.&nbsp;</li></ul>Governance and Board Support<ul><li>Present management reports, financial statements, and industry updates to the Board.</li><li>Implement board strategic priorities and business plans.</li><li>Advise on staffing, regulatory, legal or other key issues.</li><li>Participate in regulatory hearing, coordinate Board Meetings, and manage Annual General Meetings.</li><li>Assist with Director onboarding and orientation.</li></ul>Human Resources<ul><li>Hire, manage, and evaluate staff; establish performance objectives and compensation.</li><li>Assign responsibilities, oversee training and manage terminations in compliance with regulations.</li><li>Ensure adherence to employment legislation.&nbsp;</li></ul>Communication and Stakeholder Relations<ul><li>Serves as spokesperson with the Chair for routine operational matters.</li><li>Respond to producer inquiries and maintain member communication.</li><li>Represent VFO on industry, government, and committee platforms.</li><li>Oversee communications products and promote the VFO’s image.</li></ul>Planning and Strategic Initiatives<ul><li>Support and facilitate the Board’s strategic planning process.</li><li>Identify industry trends, risks, and opportunities; recommend strategic adjustments.</li><li>Seek grant opportunities aligned with strategic priorities and monitor project implementation.&nbsp;</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage financial operations, payroll, HST filings, and audits.</li><li>Support marketing, funding proposals, promotions, and industry relations. </li><li>Represent VFO at events and support government and association relations.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Post-secondary education in agriculture, business management, or a related field. </li><li>10+ years of senior leadership experience; non-profit management experience an asset. </li><li>Experience in the livestock sector preferred.</li><li>Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and administrative management.</li><li>Strong background in government and media relations, with an emphasis on municipal and intergovernmental engagement.</li><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and advocacy.</li></ul><h3>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</h3><ul><li>Knowledge of the Canadian and Ontario veal industry and agricultural sector an asset.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office 365, QuickBooks Online; skilled in financial reporting, accounting functions, and audit preparation.</li><li>Strong human resource management skills and experience building and leading high-performing teams.</li><li>Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to delegate effectively and make sound, independent decisions within defined parameters. </li><li>Analytical thinking to assess opportunities aligned with organizational strategy, while identifying potential distractions or misalignments.</li><li>Collaborative mindset with flexibility and humility to support various functions within a small team environment.</li></ul><h3>Working Conditions:</h3><ul><li>Hybrid position based out of the VFO office in Guelph, Ontario.</li><li>Overtime, weekend work, and travel will be required to support special VFO events, such as the Annual General Meeting, seminars, or conferences. </li><li>A valid driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle is required.</li></ul><h3>Compensation and Benefits:</h3><ul><li>Compensation commensurate with experience.</li><li>Comprehensive health coverage benefits.</li><li>Employer-matched RRSP contributions.</li><li>Expense reimbursement for work-related expenses.</li><li>Generous paid time-off and vacation entitlement.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Application Process:</h3><ul><li>Qualified applicants may submit their resume, cover letter, and salary range expectations to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:VFOcareers@culturedhr.com" target="_blank">VFOcareers@culturedhr.com</a>.</li><li>Include “Executive Director Position” in the subject line.</li><li>While we appreciate all applications, only individuals being considered for the next phase of the review process will be contacted.</li></ul>Veal Farmers of Ontario is an equal opportunity employer, committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). As such, the organization will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@culturedhr.com" target="_blank">info@culturedhr.com</a>.

CulturedHR

Executive Director

Job Posting&nbsp;Executive Director&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy&nbsp;Location: Orillia, Ontario&nbsp;Reports to: Board of Directors&nbsp;Duration:&nbsp; Permanent, Full-Time&nbsp;Deadline for Submissions:&nbsp; January 13, 2026&nbsp;Start Date:&nbsp;ideallyaboutMay 1, 2026Compensation:&nbsp;$95,000-$110,000 &nbsp;About the Couchiching Conservancy&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy is a charitable land trust with a mission to protect nature for future generations.&nbsp; &nbsp;Since 1993, we have worked with landowners, donors, volunteers, and conservation partners to permanently protect over 15,000 acres of ecologically significant habitat in our region.&nbsp;We are powered by a deeply dedicated network of supporters, many with a lifelong commitment to the organization.&nbsp; With 11 full-time staff, hundreds of volunteers, and a growing base of members and donors, the Couchiching Conservancy is recognized as one of Ontario’s leading regional land trusts.&nbsp; We are accredited nationally, guided by science, and grounded in a deep love for the lands and waters of our region.&nbsp; &nbsp;Position Summary&nbsp;The Executive Director (ED) provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Couchiching Conservancy.&nbsp; Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for advancing the Conservancy’s mission through effective management of staff and programs, financial sustainability, community engagement, and a long-term conservation strategy.This is an opportunity for a proven non-profit leader who combines a passion for conservation with strong organizational, financial, and relationship-building skills.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;Leadership and Strategy&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the implementation of the Conservancy’s strategic plan and long-term vision for land protection &amp; stewardship in the Couchiching region. </li><li>Oversee land acquisition and protection projects from negotiation to completion. </li><li>Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace culture among staff and volunteers. </li><li>Represent the Conservancy as a regional conservation leader and partner, engaging with landowners, Indigenous communities, conservation organizations, and government.</li></ul>Fundraising and External Relations&nbsp;<ul><li>Oversee and participate in all aspects of fundraising, including major gifts, planned giving, grants, and multi-year campaigns. </li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, supporters, and community stakeholders. </li><li>Serve as a visible and trusted ambassador for the Conservancy, articulating the mission and inspiring public support.&nbsp;</li></ul>Governance and Board Relations&nbsp;<ul><li>Work closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance, policy development, and strategic decision-making, particularly on land acquisitions. </li><li>Communicate regularly and transparently with the Board regarding operations, challenges, and opportunities.&nbsp;</li></ul>Organizational and Financial Management<ul><li>Provide leadership and support to a passionate and skilled team of 11 full-time staff and an active volunteer community. </li><li>Ensure sound financial management, including annual budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to the Board. </li><li>Oversee all operations and ensure compliance with charitable regulations and Canadian Land Trust Standards and Practices.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Proven leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector; experience in land conservation or with other branches of the environmental sector is a strong asset. </li><li>Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor relations, and external communications. </li><li>Strong financial management, budgeting, and organizational development skills. </li><li>Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities. </li><li>Experience managing teams and fostering an equitable, inclusive, and positive workplace. </li><li>Experience negotiating and completing land acquisition transactions an asset. </li><li>Familiarity with Ontario’s environmental and land-use context, including conservation easements, land stewardship, and community partnerships. </li><li>Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree or equivalent experience in a related field (e.g., environmental studies, non-profit management, business administration) preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul>Compensation and Benefits&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy offers a competitive salary in the range of $95,000-110,000 along with a health benefit and retirement investment program, and professional development opportunities.&nbsp;Working Conditions&nbsp;<ul><li>Work location: Grant’s Woods, 1485 Division Rd W, Severn, ON </li><li>Travel: required to attend meetings and events and visit CC properties </li><li>Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week; may be required to work beyond regular work hours to attend a variety of meetings, events and programs </li><li>Site visits: visit and assess remote and rugged areas on CC properties&nbsp;</li></ul>How to Apply&nbsp;Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to <a href="mailto:hiring@couchconservancy.ca" target="_blank">hiring@couchconservancy.ca</a> with the subject line “Executive Director Application – [Your Name]” by January 13, 2026.&nbsp;The Couchiching Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve and the landscapes we protect.&nbsp;

The Couchiching Conservancy

<h3>About SelfDesign Learning Foundation</h3>SelfDesign Learning Foundation (the “Foundation” or “SelfDesign”) is a mission-driven, non-profit educational charity serving learners and families across British Columbia through remote, personalized, and inclusive programs. Founded in 1985, SelfDesign has been recognized for its learner-centred model of education, which emphasizes self-agency, curiosity, and holistic development.With an annual budget of approximately $25 million, funded primarily by the BC Ministry of Education, SelfDesign supports approximately 2,000 K-12 learners and their families each year.&nbsp; SelfDesign does not currently employ staff and is supported by a community of approximately 200 independent contractors, including its leadership team, all of whom work entirely remotely across the province. SelfDesign does not operate a head office or brick-and-mortar locations.Its primary program, the SelfDesign Learning Community (SDLC), is a Ministry-certified independent school, delivered by a geographically dispersed team of educators and contractors. The Foundation also offers HomeLearners Network, a guided, online learning space for children and youth to connect with others and dive into their passions; and, SelfDesign Home Learning, a flexible option for those who wish to homeschool their children.The Foundation serves as the overarching entity providing strategic direction, innovation, and administrative infrastructure—including finance, IT, communications, procurement, and HR—across its programs.Strategic FrameworkSelfDesign’s work is guided by its Vision, Mission, Values, and four strategic pillars.<ul><li>Vision: A world deeply rooted in curiosity, compassion, and learning.</li><li>Mission: We facilitate lifelong learning and holistic personal growth through programs, opportunities, and support for people of all ages, with an emphasis on choice and self-direction.</li><li>Values: Lifelong learning, Relationships, Innovation, Integrity, Accountability, Quality.</li></ul>Strategic Pillars:<ul><li>Innovate – Explore new opportunities for impact and sustainable growth.</li><li>Engage – Nurture relationships within SelfDesign and with communities and allies.</li><li>Strengthen – Build on a solid foundation by enhancing programs, systems, and financial sustainability.</li><li>Excel – Use data, research, and best practices to ensure governance, leadership development, and excellence across the organization.</li></ul>For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.selfdesign.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">www.selfdesign.org</a>.<h3>The Opportunity</h3>Chief Executive OfficerSelfDesign is seeking a compassionate, values-aligned, and strategic leader to guide the Foundation through its next chapter, which will emphasize capacity-building, operational excellence, and innovation through stakeholder and community engagement.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will provide overall leadership across the Foundation and its programs, including the SelfDesign Learning Community. Despite the CEO title, SelfDesign, true to its origins as a convention-testing community of contractors, is not ideally operated through a top-down corporate decision-making model. Rather, sustainable strategies are collectively inspired through community engagement.This is a unique opportunity to lead one of Canada’s most innovative educational organizations at a critical inflection point of renewal, advancing its learner-centred mission while modernizing systems, strengthening collaboration, and fostering clarity and confidence across its community. The new CEO will take on a dedicated, experienced and values-driven leadership team and community, including many members who have shepherded the organization through its formative chapters, from rapid growth with its visionary founder, to establishing systems for sustainable growth, accountability, and innovation.Now, as SelfDesign has grown beyond a grassroots movement, its opportunity and challenge are to build upon their groundwork to continuously support and add unique value to their community of diverse learners while staying true to their strategic pillars and individualized, student-centred philosophy.Key ResponsibilitiesThe CEO’s main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Board Relations and Governance<ul><li>Act as the nexus between the Board and SelfDesign’s Leadership Team and community of contractors.</li><li>Work with the Board to create a Strategic Plan that works toward Board-defined priorities and organizational needs.</li><li>Ensure strong governance practices, provide transparent reporting, and support effective decision-making.</li><li>Advise the Board on emerging risks, opportunities, and trends in education and non-profit governance.</li></ul>Strategic and Operational Leadership<ul><li>Oversee and support SelfDesign’s activities across all areas to ensure they are in alignment with the mission, vision, values, and strategic framework of the Board.</li><li>Identify, assess, and plan to address needs, gaps, and risks across the organization.</li><li>Envision future organizational structure and roles, including leadership roles and functions, and compensation across the organization.</li><li>Create visibility and communication pathways within leadership as well as within the entire community of contractors.</li><li>Lead ongoing modernization initiatives that enhance digital systems, communication tools, and operational practices to support a connected, high-performing remote organization.</li><li>Build capacity, trust, and alignment in SelfDesign’s leadership team and across the organization.</li><li>Drive operational reform across SelfDesign to ensure effectiveness, transparency, and accountability. &nbsp;</li></ul>Financial Management<ul><li>Work with Chief Financial Officer to develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring compliance with financial policies, regulations, best practices, and alignment with SelfDesign’s values of integrity, transparency, and accountability.</li><li>Ensure sustainable alignment between financial resources and mission priorities, including equitable and competitive educator compensation.</li><li>Safeguard assets and ensure compliance with regulatory and audit standards.</li></ul>Government Relations and Community Engagement<ul><li>Provide general oversight and management and act as the school’s Authority Representative (per the Independent School Act) liaising with Government as required.</li><li>Serve as a visible and authentic advocate for SelfDesign’s philosophy and programs.</li><li>Build strong relationships with learners, families, educators, contractors, and community stakeholders.</li><li>Represent SelfDesign in government relations, advocating for resources, recognition, and policy alignment.&nbsp;</li></ul>Culture and Human Resources<ul><li>Ensure a virtual workplace environment that is inclusive, accessible, and conducive to collaboration and innovation.</li><li>Lead with empathy, authenticity, and accountability to foster a culture of inclusion, safety, diversity, and transparency.</li><li>Establish accessible, visible, and regular communication channels to escalate and advance opportunities, ideas, and challenges.</li></ul><h3>Essential Qualities and Experience</h3>Based on SelfDesign’s distinct philosophy, mission, and fully-remote operational model, the Search Committee will prioritize candidates who can demonstrate a clear understanding and clear alignment with their values. Professional and/or lived experience with home learning, or other individualized and person-centred programs is an asset, though not required. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;While this opportunity is designed and budgeted as a full-time executive leadership mandate, the Search Committee will also welcome applications from consultants (full-time or fractional, recognizing that fractional will likely require the majority of the consultant’s capacity), preferably with combined backgrounds in strategic planning, change management, project management, stakeholder engagement, and organizational development with comparable clients.SelfDesign welcomes experienced executive leaders to apply, and will shortlist candidates who best demonstrate most of the following qualifications:<ul><li>A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in a related field or discipline supplemented by a minimum of 10 years of progressively more senior experience with a minimum of 5 years at a leadership level within comparably complex and values-driven organizations delivering individualized programs and services.</li><li>Extensive experience successfully reporting up to, and working productively with, Boards.</li><li>Strong strategic, operational, and financial leadership skills, with demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement, organizational development, and change management.</li><li>Demonstrated success in government relations and advocacy. Strong understanding of government funding and related operational and program budgeting.</li><li>Authentic, transparent leadership style; a listener and community builder who leads with empathy and approachability.</li><li>Full alignment with SelfDesign’s learner-centred philosophy and values; experience in education is an asset but not required.</li><li>Strategic understanding of enterprise technologies, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and experience aligning technology with operations and programs.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead and cultivate collaborative, values-aligned teams and promote accountability across a virtual and geographically dispersed environment.</li></ul><h3>Compensation and Search Process</h3>SelfDesign offers a competitive package, including an annual compensation range budgeted between $180,000–$220,000 (pro-rated for fractional arrangements), depending on experience. As this position is primarily remote, the CEO may be based anywhere in British Columbia. &nbsp;The search process may include longlist, shortlist, and committee interview stages. Finalists will be asked to provide comprehensive references and complete a thorough background check. We expect to begin our first review of applications by January 31, 2026.In the spirit of inclusion, we encourage candidates who require accommodations during the recruitment process to contact us directly in confidence.To apply, please forward your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:info@mosaicsearch.ca" target="_blank">info@mosaicsearch.ca</a>.You are also welcome to contact Alana Briggs (<a href="mailto:alana@mosaicsearch.ca" target="_blank">alana@mosaicsearch.ca</a>) or Dave Namkung (<a href="mailto:dave@mosaicsearch.ca" target="_blank">dave@mosaicsearch.ca</a>) with any related questions. &nbsp;

Mosaic Search

CEO - SelfDesign Learning Foundation (British Columbia, Remote)

Location:&nbsp;VancouverQuest Outreach Society (Quest) is a dynamic non-profit organization that plays a pivotal role in advancing dignified food access across Metro Vancouver. Operating a network of low-cost, not-for-profit grocery markets, Quest has redefined how individuals experiencing food insecurity can access nutritious groceries with autonomy and respect. Through a unique model that blends food recovery, community partnerships, and sustainable practices, Quest rescues over 625,000 pounds of food each month and serves more than 10,000 individuals annually. With deep roots in social innovation and a clear mission to disrupt cycles of poverty, the organization continues to grow its impact while remaining grounded in its core values of dignity, access, and sustainability.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) will serve as the strategic and operational leader, and guiding a passionate, values-aligned staff. The ED will be accountable for advancing the organization’s mission through robust program delivery, operational oversight, financial stewardship, and external engagement. This includes leadership of multi-site operations, food recovery logistics, revenue development, and people systems. As the primary ambassador for Quest, the ED will work closely with community partners, donors, and policymakers to enhance the organization’s public profile and deepen its systemic impact. The role also entails driving innovation in service delivery while supporting a high-performing, equity-informed workplace culture.&nbsp;The ideal candidate has held senior leadership roles in mission-driven organizations, either private or not-for-profit, that deliver complex, community-based services in areas such as, but not limited to, food security, poverty reduction, or social enterprise. Bringing extensive experience managing multi-site operations, logistics, and strategic partnerships within social-impact environments. Demonstrates fluency in the unique dynamics of organizations that blend service delivery with commercial activities, including procurement, distribution, and client engagement.&nbsp;This leader will be adept at navigating growth and operational change, while strengthening internal systems and cultivating external partnerships. The successful candidate will demonstrate a grounded and warm presence, capable of guiding a mission-critical organization through its next phase of evolution with clarity, courage, and compassion.This is a unique opportunity to lead an organization with deep community trust and enormous potential for scalable, systems-level impact. Based in Vancouver—one of North America's most liveable and culturally rich cities—the ED will have the chance to shape a model of food security that is both innovative and scalable. For leaders seeking to combine purpose-driven leadership with meaningful systems change, this role offers the platform and momentum to make a lasting difference.The expected base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000 plus an annual bonus.To explore this opportunity further, please submit your resume by clicking <a href="https://boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3118" target="_blank">Apply</a>.We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.

Boyden

Quest Outreach Society -- Executive Director

President &amp; Chief Executive OfficerJob Type: Full-Time Permanent&nbsp;Salary: Commiserate with experience and qualifications.&nbsp;Benefits: Extended Health, Dental, Vision, RRSP Matching, Paid Time OffAnticipated Start Date: May 2026&nbsp;Work Schedule: Mondays – Fridays daytime, some evenings and weekends required&nbsp;Location: in-person, 300-61 Juno St., Winnipeg, ManitobaABOUT BGC WINNIPEG&nbsp;For over 45 years, BGC Winnipeg, one of Winnipeg’s largest child and youth-serving charitable organizations, has been committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive spaces where children and youth can thrive. As part of the national BGC movement, we provide life-changing programs and services that support young people and their families.&nbsp;FREE Community-based services. Positive relationships. Life-changing programs. We provide safe, supportive places where all kids and teens, of all backgrounds, can experience new opportunities, overcome barriers, and develop confidence and skills for life. Our Clubs are places for children and youth ages 6-18 years old to go after school and during school breaks where they can find a sense of belonging and respect. We offer an environment where children can express themselves and participate in an amazing variety of activities, a place they can go to enjoy a meal or snack, and a place where they can meet friends and talk to positive adults who care about them.<a href="http://www.bgcwinnipeg.ca" target="_blank">www.bgcwinnipeg.ca</a>&nbsp;RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President &amp; CEO will provide strategic and operational leadership across the entire organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, community- minded leader to advance our mission and increase our impact.• Leadership &amp; Strategy: Advance BGC Winnipeg’s mission by providing direction and oversight for the implementation of BGC Winnipeg’s strategic and operational plans. Guide organizational priorities in collaboration with staff, Board, BGC Canada, and community stakeholders.• Operations &amp; Administration: Ensure effective delivery of programs and services by overseeing day-to-day operations, facilities, legal requirements, and compliance.• Finance &amp; Risk Management: Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and the Board’s Finance Committee, provide leadership for financial planning and accountability of budgets, audits, risk mitigation, and long-term sustainability.• Fund Development &amp; Partnerships: Oversee fundraising strategies, donor relations, grant initiatives, and corporate/community partnerships. Support staff who lead day-to-day fund development activities.• Human Resources: Guide the development of a high-performing, mission-driven workforce. Oversee HR policies, organizational culture, and leadership development.• Board Relations: Serve as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors. Provide strategic guidance, regular updates, and support effective governance.• Communications &amp; Advocacy: Act as chief spokesperson for the organization. Build strong relationships with stakeholders, media, government partners, and the community to advance BGC Winnipeg’s mission and visibility.REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:• Accomplished senior or executive leader; nonprofit experience is an asset.&nbsp; • Demonstrated experience in overseeing functions such as finance, human resources, fundraising, strategic planning, and community development&nbsp; • Proven ability to engage, inspire, and mentor a diverse team&nbsp; • A demonstrated capacity to build and maintain successful relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in a diverse community.&nbsp; • A passion for youth development and community building.&nbsp; • A strong knowledge of the Winnipeg community and its social environment is an asset.&nbsp; • Must be legally eligible to work in CanadaThis position requires a current satisfactory Police Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search - PVSC) and Child Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.&nbsp;We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference to apply for this exciting opportunity by sending a cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:hr@bgcwinnipeg.ca" target="_blank">hr@bgcwinnipeg.ca</a>Application deadline January 31, 2025.We thank all those that apply but only candidates selected to move forward in the selection process will be contacted.BGC Winnipeg is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity, values differences, and supports the full participation of all employees. We offer accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process, upon request.

BGCWinnipeg

President & CEO

Position: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Executive DirectorLocation: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bracebridge, Parry Sound, Gravenhurst, Sundridge or Huntsville LocationsReports To: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Board of DirectorsTotal Staff: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 144Salary: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; $170,000 - $180,000 plus comprehensive benefits including HOOPPCanadian Mental Health Association Muskoka–Parry SoundThe OrganizationCanadian Mental Health Association Muskoka–Parry Sound (CMHA MPS) is a trusted, community-based non-profit organization delivering vital mental health, addictions, and housing programs and supports across one of Ontario’s largest and most diverse geographies. CMHA MPS is deeply rooted in recovery-oriented, person-centered, and strength-based practice, empowering individuals to live with dignity, autonomy, and hope.&nbsp;Through a broad continuum of community-based programs, CMHA MPS responds to urgent and complex needs, addresses social determinants of health, and strengthens resilience and well-being across some of Ontario’s most underserved regions. The organization is recognized as a collaborative system partner and a trusted ally to Indigenous and First Nations communities throughout Muskoka and Parry Sound.It is within this context that CMHA Muskoka–Parry Sound invites applications for the role of Executive Director, following the upcoming retirement of its long-serving leader.About the OpportunityReporting to a committed and diverse Board of Directors, 50% of whom bring lived or family experience, the Executive Director will provide strategic, inclusive, and values-driven leadership to an organization of approximately 144 clinical and operational staff working across multiple sites (Bracebridge, Parry Sound, Huntsville, Sundridge and Gravenhurst)The Executive Director will steward CMHA MPS through a pivotal period shaped by increasing demand for mental health and addictions services, evolving provincial priorities, rising community complexity, and an intensified focus on quality, equity, cultural safety, and integrated systems of care. Having very recently achieved high standing in the Accreditation in November 2025, the successful candidate will continue implementation of the&nbsp;<a href="https://mps.cmha.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Organization-Strategy-Full-Document-Final.pdf" target="_blank">2022-2026 Strategic Plan</a>, while helping shape the organization’s next three-year strategic direction beginning in 2027.As the organization’s senior leader, the Executive Director will champion CMHA MPS’s&nbsp;<a href="https://mps.cmha.ca/about-cmha/our-vision-mission-and-values/" target="_blank">Mission, Vision and Values</a>; continue to deliver operational, clinical, and financial excellence; and strengthen a resilient workforce in what has come to be known as an exceptionally well supported, mentally safe work environment and culture.&nbsp;Acting as CMHA MPS’s ambassador and advocate, the Executive Director will continue to strengthen relationships with funders, municipalities, health-system partners and grassroots organizations across the region. They will work to deepen partnerships with Indigenous and First Nations communities. They will represent the organization with credibility and compassion, locally, regionally, and provincially working alongside an extensive network of other CMHA leaders, advancing systems collaboration and amplifying the voice of community-based mental health and addictions services.About the IndividualAs the ideal candidate, you are a values-driven executive with 10+ years of senior leadership experience in the non-profit, health, mental health, addictions, or community services sector. You bring a deep understanding of frontline service delivery within complex, rural, and resource-constrained environments, and are motivated by the opportunity to lead an organization with strong community trust and meaningful impact.Essential to your success, you are a highly people-centred leader who understands that organizational sustainability is inseparable from staff well-being, engagement, and retention, particularly in regions where recruiting and retaining experienced professionals is challenging due to workforce shortages, geographic dispersion, and the emotional intensity of the work. You lead with empathy, emotional intelligence, and accountability, and you are intentional about fostering a positive, psychologically safe, and inclusive workplace culture where people feel supported, valued, and able to do their best work over the long term.&nbsp;Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels, you bring demonstrated experience working collaboratively with a Board of Directors, alongside strong financial, governance, and human-resources acumen. You are skilled in navigating change, balancing competing priorities, and maintaining organizational stability while responding thoughtfully to evolving system pressures, funding environments, and community needs.&nbsp;You are an authentic, visible, and collaborative leader who builds trust across teams and stakeholders. You communicate clearly and transparently, lead with integrity, and are comfortable serving as the organization’s ambassador, representing CMHA Muskoka-Parry Sound with credibility, humility, and confidence across government, Indigenous and First Nations partners, funders, municipalities, and community organizations.A strong understanding of, and commitment to, equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, cultural safety, and reconciliation is essential. You bring experience working with diverse and underserved populations, including Indigenous communities, and approach this work with respect, curiosity, and a commitment to ongoing learning.CompensationThis role offers a salary range of $170,000–$180,000, along with an exceptional benefits package including HOOPP, reflective of the scope, complexity, and impact of the position—and designed to attract and retain an outstanding leader committed to the long-term success of CMHA Muskoka–Parry Sound.Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility &amp; Reconciliation (EDIA-R)CMHA Muskoka–Parry Sound is deeply committed to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation across all aspects of its work. Guided by its mission, values, and strategic priorities, the organization strives to create safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments for the individuals, families, and communities it serves, as well as for its staff, volunteers, and partners.CMHA MPS recognizes the systemic barriers faced by Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized communities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups, and is committed to meaningful action that supports truth, reconciliation, cultural safety, and anti-oppressive practice. This includes ongoing learning, reflective leadership, and the integration of lived and living experience into decision-making and service delivery.In partnership with EDGEPATH Talent Solutions, CMHA Muskoka–Parry Sound strongly encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities it serves and who bring varied lived, professional, and cultural experiences. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process, and we are committed to ensuring an inclusive, respectful, and accessible experience for all applicants.To Apply: Please submit a Resume&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@edgepath.ca" target="_blank">info@edgepath.ca</a> - Cover Letter is optional. Application deadline is January 30, 2026.

Canadian Mental Health Association, Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch

Position OverviewOrganization:<a href="https://elisplace.org/" target="_blank">Eli’s Place</a>&nbsp;Title:Executive DirectorReports To:The Board of DirectorsTeam:To be hiredLocation:Guelph, Ontario&nbsp; (at the onset likely a minimum 3 days a week)Compensation:$160,000 - $190,000Is This You?We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Executive Director to lead the opening and strategic growth of Eli’s Place, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, client-centred care and outcomes.&nbsp;You are at the point in your career where you are ready for the responsibility and overall accountability of bringing an organization’s vision to life alongside a highly seasoned and&nbsp;<a href="https://elisplace.org/our-team/our-board/" target="_blank">experienced board</a>.You are deeply passionate about the transformative power&nbsp;of long-term residential (~6 months) therapeutic care with supported transition into the community to assist young adults facing severe mental illness. You understand the need and that 1 in 24 adults have serious mental illness and there are families desperately trying to find solutions and institutions to meet escalating needs.&nbsp;You want to be at the forefront of inspiring hope, reducing stigma and raising awareness. You believe in the Eli’s Place model and how it will increase employment and education attainment and reduce crisis interventions, substance abuse and death by suicide.&nbsp;You are great with people and at building relationships. You are comfortable working with senior volunteers and sophisticated stakeholders You understand Board Governance because you’ve (ideally) reported to a Board of Directors or have sat on a board yourself.&nbsp;You have a strong operations background, and you have successfully hired and led diverse and dynamic teams and although you may not have direct experience being a clinical director, you ideally have management experience in the mental health, addictions, rehabilitation, and other residential setting space and understand health policy and legislation.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Does this sound like you? If so, please read on…&nbsp;The Organization Eli’s Place is a new, mission-driven non-profit organization dedicated to providing a supportive and therapeutic residential farm-based treatment centre for young adults (ages 18-35) navigating serious mental health challenges. The centre will offer integrated, evidence-based treatment, fostering a community of recovery and well-being.&nbsp;After conducting an in-depth global review of 33 centres, Eli’s Place chose the 108-year-old proven effective model of Gould Farm. Employment rates of the Gould Farm program participants went from 14% at departure to 81%, eighteen months after participation. Only 5% had a re-hospitalization and 100% were in stable housing 36 months after participation.If you haven’t heard already, Eli’s Place is now planning exciting next steps to enable opening! They have reached an agreement with representatives of the Ignatius Jesuit Centre (IJC) to lease their existing residence, just north of Guelph, to define the path forward. Please note Eli’s Place will be a non-denominational/non-religious start-up.&nbsp;Some renovations to the residence will be for clients and to ensure there are dedicated spaces necessary to offer a variety of treatment modalities and to provide a safe and secure environment.&nbsp;Set within a 600-acre conservation area, Eli’s Place clients will find a quiet and nurturing space to begin their healing. Together with some of the IJC staff, Eli’s Place will provide outdoor programming that is rooted in farming, gardening, conservation, trail management and other seasonal activities.This tranquil setting will provide the therapeutic milieu at the heart Eli’s Place model.The Jesuits of Canada have owned this land for over 100 years, cultivating spiritual growth and ecological engagement through programs in land stewardship, education, and community agriculture.Eli’s Place will complement IJC’s longstanding charitable and community-focused work, offering a program within a spiritual — though explicitly non-religious — framework that is central to the mission.Mission StatementEli’s Place will be a rural, residential treatment centre for young adults&nbsp; with serious mental illness focused on promoting sustainable recovery and resilience through the acquisition of life and work skills within a therapeutic community.&nbsp;In addition to our core mission, we are actively engaged in education aimed at raising awareness and understanding of severe mental health challenges within the broader community.The Position The Executive Director will serve as the Chief Executive and operational leader, responsible for bringing the organization's vision to life. This role involves comprehensive oversight of all aspects of the start-up and ongoing operations, including strategic planning, financial management, modification of the existing physical plant (to comply with institutional safety requirements, zoning and codes), program development and implementation, and human resources.Key Accountabilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide visionary and strategic direction to develop, implement, and coordinate the centre's policies, programs, and services.</li><li>Collaborate with the Board of Directors to define long-term goals and objectives, translating strategic priorities into actionable operational plans.</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison between the Board, staff, and external stakeholders.</li></ul>Operational &amp; Program Management:<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring a safe, supportive, and effective environment for residents and staff.</li><li>Direct the development and evaluation of all residential programs and clinical services, ensuring they align with best practices, trauma-informed care principles, and fostering of&nbsp; the residents’ reintegration into broader social communities.</li><li>Implement quality assurance and risk management policies and programs to ensure the well-being and safety of clients and staff.</li></ul>Financial Management &amp; Fundraising:<ul><li>Develop, monitor, and manage operational budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and organizational sustainability.</li><li>Establish fundraising, including grant writing, major donor engagement, recruitment, as well as building relationships in the communities with health care leaders , and&nbsp; &nbsp;funding organizations at the local, provincial and federal levels.</li><li>Ensure transparent financial reporting and compliance with all accounting and non-profit regulations.</li></ul>Human Resources &amp; Team Leadership:<ul><li>Recruit, hire, train, and oversee a multidisciplinary team of clinical leads, professionals, and support staff.</li><li>Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that supports staff well-being, professional development, and high performance.</li><li>Implement robust performance management processes and clear communication channels to align staff efforts with the organization's mission.</li></ul>Community Relations &amp; Compliance:<ul><li>Ensure strict compliance with all federal, provincial/state, and local regulations, including the Mental Health Act, privacy legislation (e.g., PHIPA), and Occupational Health and Safety Acts.</li><li>Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with community organizations, post-secondary educational institutions, healthcare providers, government agencies, and the public.</li><li>Act as the organization's primary public spokesperson, representing its mission and values to the broader community.</li></ul>The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will be a passionate advocate for mental health, possessing strong leadership skills and the ability to build effective relationships with staff, the Board, community partners, and funding sources.Education:&nbsp;A minimum of a Master's level degree in a related field (e.g.: Healthcare Administration) is required.Experience:&nbsp;A minimum of ten years progressive management in healthcare (mental health, addictions, rehabilitation, and other residential settings), including supervisory, operational, and financial experience.Skills:<ul><li>Demonstrated strategic thinking and program development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li> Complex problem-solving abilities, including conflict resolution, public relations and political astuteness</li><li> Knowledge of community mental health services, including community reintegration </li><li>Ability to coach and mentor the team </li><li>Strong collaborator, with superior interpersonal and relationship-building skills </li><li>Sound judgment and ethical decision-making skills&nbsp;</li></ul>Application InstructionsIn addition to a competitive salary (the hiring range is $160,000-$190,000), Eli’s Place also provides competitive health and wellness benefits.Eli's Place is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. They strive to ensure that all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and have equal opportunities to participate and succeed.Preston Human Capital Group is conducting this search on behalf of Eli’s Place. If you are looking for an outstanding challenge and meet the qualification criteria, we look forward to hearing from you. Please include a cover letter and CV addressed to Cathy Preston and send to <a href="mailto:cathy@phcap.ca" target="_blank">cathy@phcap.ca</a>. The posting closes on February 6, 2026 at 5pm ET.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Preston Human Capital Group

The OpportunityWe are recruiting an Executive Director to provide strategic direction and leadership for John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington &amp; Area. In this role you will have the opportunity to build on a solid foundation and positively impact the lives of our clients who are some of the most vulnerable in our society; those involved in the criminal justice system.You will be responsible for the achievement of strategic and operational objectives, the continuing development of a positive organizational culture, agency growth, government &amp; funder relations, ensuring financial sustainability and the development and implementation of youth and adult based programs.Your leadership style is consistent with a culture based on values, diversity, equity and inclusion and a work environment that promotes respect and commitment.&nbsp;You will provide guidance to 35 dedicated staff and report to a Policy Board giving you the support and autonomy to build on an excellent foundation based on solid finances, an annual budget of $5MM, productive stakeholder relations, good community partners and a network of peers throughout the province.The Successful CandidateWe are seeking an Executive Director with strategic agility, strong financial acumen, a growth mindset, leadership experience building organizational cultures with high levels of trust; service development and delivery expertise; as well as excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills. Revenue generation expertise and experience is essential.&nbsp;The preferred candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related discipline and five years in a leadership role or a Bachelor’s Degree with progressive leadership experience in the not-for-profit sector.JHSHBA&nbsp;embraces diversity and equal opportunity and is committed to building a staff team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills that allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our staff and the communities we serve.&nbsp;Title: Executive DirectorCompensation $98,000 - $120,000.&nbsp;Employer: John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington &amp; Area.Location: 654 Barton St. East, Hamilton, On. (Hybrid work model)To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hiringcommittee@jhshba.ca" target="_blank">hiringcommittee@jhshba.ca</a>&nbsp;Closing February 5, 2026.If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.While we appreciate all applications received, initially only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

FVRCF SUMMARYThe Fraser Valley REALTORS Charitable Foundation (FVRCF) is a private charitable foundation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Fraser Valley by building endowment funds, granting to local charities, and supporting initiatives that improve outcomes for vulnerable youth. Serving Abbotsford, Langley, Mission, North Delta, Surrey, and White Rock, the FVRCF has grown into a fully operational, community-impacting foundation with more than three years of active granting.The Foundation recently celebrated a major milestone, surpassing $1 million in total grants distributed to organizations supporting vulnerable youth across the region. With established governance policies, a renewed multi-year strategic plan, and a committed Board of Directors, the Foundation has significantly increased its public awareness and strengthened its role as a philanthropic leader in the Fraser Valley. Public awareness and community visibility are top priorities guiding the Foundation’s next phase of growth.POSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for leading the Foundation’s strategy, operations, fundraising, granting programs, and community presence. The Executive Director works closely with a highly engaged Board of Directors and multiple Board committees, ensuring strategies, culture, governance, and resources align with the Foundation’s mission and long-term priorities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Leadership &amp; Governance<ul><li>Lead implementation of the Foundation’s multi-year strategic plan, with public awareness and fund development identified as top strategic priorities.</li><li>Work closely with the Board of Directors and multiple Board committees, providing guidance, information, and recommendations for effective governance.</li><li>Ensure all operational, financial, and granting policies are implemented, reviewed, and adhered to.</li><li>Foster an organizational culture rooted in transparency, accountability, and community service.</li></ul>Operations &amp; Financial Management<ul><li>Manage all operational functions—budgeting, forecasting, administration, bookkeeping, banking, and risk management—to ensure efficient and accountable operations.</li><li>Uphold robust financial controls and prepare timely financial statements, regulatory filings, reports, dashboards, and strategic forecasts to support informed Board decision-making.</li><li>Provide leadership to staff and contractors through role clarity, coaching, and performance accountability.</li></ul>Fund Development, Donor Relations &amp; Bursary Program Support<ul><li>Lead all fund development activities, including strategy development, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and donor recognition.</li><li>Strengthen existing donor relationships and cultivate new supporters, partners, and prospective contributors.</li><li>Support the growth, promotion, and donor engagement elements of the Bursary Program, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and community need.</li></ul>Granting &amp; Community Impact<ul><li>Manage all aspects of the Foundation’s granting program, ensuring fairness, transparency, and alignment with strategic priorities.</li><li>Lead impact measurement activities, ensuring the Board and community understand the outcomes, stories, and long-term benefits of FVRCF grants.</li><li>Build and maintain positive relationships with grantees and community organizations.</li></ul>Community Leadership, Public Awareness &amp; External Relations<ul><li>Drive public awareness as a top priority, increasing visibility of the FVRCF through communications, marketing, strategic storytelling, partnerships, and events.</li><li>Serve as a spokesperson, alongside the Board Chair, representing the Foundation with professionalism and clarity.</li><li>Build collaborative relationships with REALTORS, community leaders, government partners, donors, and charitable-sector stakeholders.</li><li>Represent the Foundation at meetings, events, and community functions.</li></ul>Administrative &amp; Policy Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage office operations, workflow, and annual planning cycles.</li><li>Write, implement, and revise policies and procedures consistent with best practices.</li><li>Stay current on regulations related to charitable operations under BC and federal legislation.</li><li>Secure legal or professional counsel as required.</li></ul>EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE &amp; EXPERIENCE<ul><li>A post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.</li><li>A minimum of five (5) years of senior leadership experience in the non-profit or charitable sector.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working effectively with a Board of Directors and multiple committees.</li><li>Strong financial acumen and understanding of investment, budgeting, and financial management.</li><li>Experience in fund development, grant-making, bursary or scholarship administration, community engagement, and public relations.</li><li>Proven ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Strong marketing and communications skills to support significant growth in public awareness.</li><li>Ability to interpret and apply legal, regulatory, financial, and technical information relevant to charitable operations.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and comfort with donor databases and digital tools.</li><li>Experience in a member-based organization is an asset.</li><li>Graduate-level education or professional credentials (CFRE, CAGP, AFP) are strong assets.</li></ul>COMPETENCIES &amp; DISPOSITION<ul><li>Visionary leadership with the ability to anticipate and seize future opportunities.</li><li>Strong relationship builder who is authentic, trusted, and community-focused.</li><li>Skilled communicator and confident public speaker.</li><li>Effective influencer and negotiator.</li><li>Innovative thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Ethical, transparent, highly professional, and mission-driven.</li><li>Collaborative leadership style with the ability to coach and mentor others.</li><li>Strong organizational and time-management skills.</li><li>Strong writing skills for policies, reports, and strategic communications.</li><li>Self-motivated and results-oriented.</li></ul>

Fraser Valley REALTORS Charitable Foundation

Job Category: Senior Management / Executive LeadershipReports To: Board of DirectorsLocation: 29 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BCWork Arrangement: This role requires full-time (40 hours weekly), on-site presence at the VWHC’s resource centre in the Downtown Eastside to engage directly with staff, peers, volunteers, and community membersCompensation: $90,000/year (1.0 FTE)Job Type: This is a fixed-term contract position for 12 monthsPosting End Date: Open until filledVacation: 4 weeks paid vacation, pro-rated for the contract termBenefits: Extended health and benefits coverage included, following a three-month eligibility periodHours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m., inclusive of two 30-minute breaks (one paid, one unpaid), negotiable and with some flexibility, as operationally appropriateABOUT THE VANCOUVER WOMEN’S HEALTH COLLECTIVE (VWHC)The VWHC is a grassroots non-profit that has proudly served our community since 1971. Our mission is to support all who self-identify as women and gender-diverse in fostering health, wellness, and equity through intersectional feminist approaches to advocacy, shared knowledge, and minimal-barrier programs and services. We operate a drop-in resource centre in the Downtown Eastside, offering essential resources, community care, and accessible education. In partnership with practitioners and community allies, we provide Indigenous cultural support, trauma-informed yoga, naturopathic care, and a range of holistic programs designed to meet the diverse needs of the people we serve.THE OPPORTUNITYThe VWHC is seeking a passionate, equity-driven, and visionary Executive Director (ED) with proven leadership experience, preferably in an ED or equivalent non-profit role, to guide the collective through a pivotal period of transition toward stability and sustainability. The successful candidate will bring principled leadership and strategic foresight to navigate complexity, rebuild foundational systems, and strengthen organizational resilience while upholding intersectional feminist, decolonial, and trauma-informed values.The VWHC is in a period of intentional renewal. Over the past six months, a volunteer Board of Directors has stewarded key leadership functions to ensure continuity and prepare the organization for its next phase. The ED will join a passionate, values-aligned team of four staff, alongside numerous peers and volunteers who bring heart and lived and living expertise to the shared work. This is an opportunity to shape the future of a unique intersectional feminist collective that advocates for health justice on the unceded territories of the xwməθkwəyəm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaʔɬ / Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) nations.ABOUT THE ROLEThe ED role requires full-time, on-site presence within a highly relational, community-rooted environment where staff, peers, volunteers, and community members rely on steady, accountable, and accessible leadership. This position requires balancing immediate operational needs with forward-looking planning that is grounded in community priorities, organizational realities, and intersectional feminist, decolonial, and trauma-informed principles.The ED’s practice will involve stabilizing existing systems as well as supporting a community-led strategic planning and implementation process. This includes leading assessment of structural needs and offering recommendations that reflect both community input and operational feasibility, to support informed organizational decision-making.This position is funded for the next year through local capacity-building support and is offered as a one-year contract with a three-month probationary period. This is a fixed-term position. The contract may be renewed, subject to a performance review and a reassessment of organizational direction and operational needs by the Board of Directors, to be conducted no later than three months prior to the contract’s end.The ED will steward the organization with the support and oversight of a volunteer Board of Directors. Onboarding will include orientation to governance and operations, with training provided by relevant Board officers within their respective scopes. Given the Board’s volunteer structure, sustained full-time shadowing is not possible, and the role is best suited to an experienced leader who can work with initiative and agency while engaging collaboratively with the Board.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESFrontline interactions are a requisite to remain attuned to the lived and living realities of community members, and thereby foster trust, relational accountability, and effective support. Working in the Downtown Eastside requires being deeply comfortable within a vibrant neighbourhood where complex trauma, substance use, acute and chronic mental and physical health challenges, mental and physical violence, poverty, and systemic oppression intersect alongside profound resilience, cultural strength, and community care. With respect to the unique scope of practice of the ED, strong cultural humility; capacity for trauma and violence-informed, strengths-based engagement; skilled de-escalation and crisis intervention abilities; and comfort navigating dysregulation, conflict, and both mental and physical medical emergencies are necessities. Alongside fellow staff, the ED must uphold both safety and compassion, offering steady leadership while demonstrating genuine respect for the lived and living realities, unique expertise, and agency of community members.Strategic Leadership<ul><li>Work alongside advisors, board members, staff, peers, and volunteers in both rebuilding internal systems and strategic planning, fostering stability and sustainability.</li><li>Ensure that community needs and operational realities inform future directions by refining strategic priorities and translating them into actionable workplans.</li><li>Conduct an organizational assessment to identify and recommend sustainable long-term structural options that reflect community needs, operational realities, and equity-based practices, including the exploration of a collective leadership model.</li><li>Maintain accountability to community members, advisors, board members, staff, peers, volunteers, partners, and funders by nurturing a collective, inclusive organizational culture grounded in respectful power-sharing and role clarity.</li><li>Participate actively in regular Board and committee meetings as well as the organization’s Annual General Meeting.</li></ul>Organizational Oversight<ul><li>Oversee daily operations across physical and virtual spaces.</li><li>Supervise the delivery of all programs, services, and committee activities, ensuring alignment with both community and organizational needs.</li><li>Ensure staff, peers, and volunteers can carry out their responsibilities effectively, by strengthening role clarity, operational workflows, and coordination across teams.</li><li>Steward the revision of organizational policies and procedures to ensure alignment with strategic planning and evolving organizational priorities.</li></ul>Financial Management<ul><li>Provide executive oversight of organizational finances to ensure transparent, ethical, and sustainable financial practices.</li><li>Strengthen financial systems to support accurate reporting and compliance.</li><li>Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and capacity.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate execution of payroll and bookkeeping.</li><li>Steward and approve financial reports, funder expenditure tracking, and budget-to-actual analyses as well as annual financial reporting to ensure accuracy and alignment with funder and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with CRA charitable reporting, grant requirements, and all other financial regulations.</li><li>Collaborate with the Resource Development Manager and Board on high-level financial planning related to revenue diversification and fundraising strategy.</li></ul>Community Partnerships &amp; External Relations<ul><li>Represent the VWHC in coalitions, advocacy tables, and community initiatives that advance the organization’s mission, vision, and values, and contribute to health equity and systemic change.</li><li>Build and maintain reciprocal, values-aligned relationships with funders, allies, media, service providers, and community organizations to strengthen service delivery, visibility, and collective impact.</li></ul>Human Resources &amp; Collective Culture<ul><li>Strengthen and steward HR policies, onboarding/offboarding processes, supervision practices, performance evaluations and management, and conflict-resolution pathways.</li><li>Serve as the primary HR administrator by maintaining personnel files, overseeing benefits administration, managing leaves and accommodations, upholding appropriate documentation, and ensuring WorkSafeBC and Employment Standards Act compliance.</li><li>Provide coaching-oriented supervision that fosters role clarity, equitable workloads, and sustainable practices that prevent burnout.</li><li>Ensure a safe, supportive, and anti-oppressive work environment by proactively addressing workplace issues, strengthening communication systems, and ensuring consistent implementation of policies.</li><li>Model and nurture a collective, relational, and power-conscious organizational culture rooted in justice, transparency, accountability, and shared care, while creating supported pathways for meaningful involvement of those with lived and living expertise.</li><li>Stay current with trends in non-profit development, and engage in professional development opportunities to strengthen the VWHC’s impact.</li></ul>Risk Management &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Develop and maintain clear, transparent policies and procedures that reduce operational, safety, and organizational risk and strengthen accountability.</li><li>Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to staff and community safety, funding stability, organizational reputation, and legal or regulatory compliance, ensuring proactive and timely responses to emerging issues.</li><li>Support the Board in maintaining the VWHC’s good standing with the BC Societies Act, CRA charitable regulations, WorkSafeBC requirements, the Employment Standards Act, and other relevant standards by upholding accurate documentation, preparing required filings, and implementing effective compliance systems.</li><li>Hold overall organizational responsibility and serve as the point of escalation for emergencies involving safety, legal, or reputational risk, recognizing that this does not constitute continuous on-call duty and that after-hours involvement is expected to be infrequent.</li></ul>ABOUT YOU<ul><li>You are a values-driven, steady, and relational leader who brings both vision and care to complex organizational environments. You:</li><li>Lead with systems-thinking, translating values into sustainable structures while supporting meaningful community involvement.</li><li>Approach organizational transition with clarity and purpose, strengthening capacity and fostering long-term resilience.</li><li>Embody an intersectional feminist, decolonial, and trauma-informed approach across all aspects of leadership and decision-making.</li><li>Bring both lived and living experience, alongside professional expertise, in navigating structural oppression and inequities within health care and social services.</li><li>Balance strong non-profit leadership with emotional and relational intelligence, demonstrating a deep commitment to collective care, accountability, and ethical practice.</li><li>Regulate yourself effectively in complex and high-stakes environments, navigating conflict, feedback, and boundaries with composure and discernment.</li><li>Engage challenges with steadiness and a solution-oriented mindset, offering stability, clarity, and trust during periods of change.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>A minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience within the non-profit sector, preferably as an ED or in an equivalent role, with demonstrated responsibility for organizational management and community-based service delivery.</li><li>Proven financial management and fundraising experience, including oversight of complex budgets and successful grant development, implementation, and reporting.</li><li>Demonstrated experience stewarding human resources, including staff supervision, performance management, and the application of trauma-informed workplace practices.</li><li>Strong strategic and operational problem-solving abilities, with demonstrated capacity to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and lead effectively in high-pressure environments.</li><li>Experience applying equity-based frameworks to policy, procedure, and systems development, with the ability to co-create and sustain internal structures.</li><li>Ability to cultivate and maintain values-aligned relationships within the organization and with external partners, grounded in integrity, respect, and mutual accountability.</li><li>In-depth knowledge of intersectional feminism, health equity, and decolonial practices, alongside familiarity with relevant community resources and networks.</li><li>Meaningful connection to the Downtown Eastside community.</li><li>Capacity to provide trauma-informed, accessible support to individuals experiencing acute and chronic mental health challenges, substance use, and neurodivergence; including skills in de-escalation as well as crisis and emergency response.</li><li>Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. A vulnerable sector check will be required for the successful candidate.</li></ul>HOW TO APPLYPlease submit your resume and a role-specific cover letter to <a href="mailto:vwhcboard@womenshealthcollective.ca" target="_blank">vwhcboard@womenshealthcollective.ca</a>.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. In alignment with our mission and commitment to providing safer spaces for women and gender diverse community members, this position is restricted to individuals who self-identify as women or gender-diverse. This hiring requirement is a bona fide occupational requirement as permitted under the BC Human Rights Code. The VWHC values diversity and encourages all qualified applicants within these identities to apply.We sincerely appreciate the time and effort of everyone who applies. While we are only able to contact those selected for an interview, we are grateful for your interest in supporting this important work.The VWHC is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us so we can support your needs.

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