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Executive Director, Finance and Operations&nbsp;St. John’s-Kilmarnock School (SJK) &nbsp;ABOUT ST. JOHN’S-KILMARNOCK&nbsp;&nbsp;St. John’s-Kilmarnock School is the only accredited IB World Continuum School in Southwestern Ontario, offering enriched educational programming for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 on our picturesque 36-acre rural campus.&nbsp; &nbsp;Having just marked our 50th anniversary, the spirit of our School continues to exemplify our motto to Go Beyond. We honour our roots as a small rural school that grew out of a community’s passion for education and arts, and the spirit of connection and togetherness that has helped us grow into a leading Canadian independent school.&nbsp;Founded in 1972 in Elora, Ontario, St. John’s School for Boys grew from an evening choir program at St. John’s Church. St. Margaret’s School opened in 1976 as a sister school to St. John’s, focused on providing a similar educational opportunity for girls. In 1985, St. John’s and St. Margaret’s amalgamated, forming St. John’s-Kilmarnock School as it is known today.&nbsp;SJK is committed to academic excellence, rigour, high-quality teaching and student-centered learning where we nurture students to reach their full potential.&nbsp;Personalized opportunities are created for each student with high priority placed on experiential learning that cultivates students’ natural curiosity through curricular and co-curricular programming offered on our rural campus. SJK graduates leave the School as citizens and leaders with a capacity for and commitment to global action.&nbsp;For more information please visit: <a href="https://www.sjkschool.org/" target="_blank">https://www.sjkschool.org/.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;THE POSITION&nbsp;&nbsp;The Executive Director of Finance and Operations will provide strategic leadership, oversight, and management of operations at SJK that include finance, facilities, food services, grounds and student transportation. This role ensures fiscal responsibility, long-term sustainability, and the effective alignment of financial planning with the school’s mission and strategic priorities. This role reports into the Head of School and leads of team of three finance and operations professionals. &nbsp;The Executive Director of Finance and Operations will play a key role as a senior leader, partnering with the Head of School, Executive Leadership Team, Board of Governors, Foundation, and operational teams to deliver clear financial insight, prudent stewardship of resources, and robust risk management. The position also supports capital projects, fundraising initiatives, and the development of new revenue streams that strengthen the school’s future. &nbsp;KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &nbsp;<ul><li>Develops and oversees the school’s long-term financial and operational strategy by analyzing financial, enrolment, and operational trends and aligning plans with the school’s mission and strategic priorities to ensure sustainability. </li><li>Partners with the Head of School, Board of Governors, and Board committees to prepare multi-year financial and operational plans using forecasting models and scenario analysis to inform strategic decision-making.  </li><li>Leads the annual budgeting process by collaborating with academic and operational leaders, reviewing submissions, and integrating priorities into a balanced budget that supports program excellence and operational effectiveness. </li><li>Monitors financial and operational performance through monthly variance analysis, dashboards, and key performance indicators to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.  </li><li>Prepares accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and Board materials using accounting systems and internal controls to support transparent governance and oversight.  </li><li>Manages cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity by overseeing daily financial activity, reserves, and credit facilities to ensure financial stability and operational flexibility.  </li><li>Directs day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, tuition billing, audit preparation, and financial reporting, to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. </li><li>Ensures compliance with regulatory, audit, tax, and Ontario reporting requirements by maintaining accurate records, policies, and controls that safeguard institutional integrity. </li><li>Identifies and mitigates financial and operational risk through regular assessments of internal controls, insurance coverage, contracts, and compliance practices to protect school assets.  </li><li>Oversees facilities and grounds operations by working with internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe, well-maintained, and cost-effective learning environments.  </li><li>Provides oversight of food services and student transportation by managing vendor relationships, contracts, budgets, and service standards to ensure reliability, safety, and value for families.  </li><li>Leads human resources operational oversight including compensation budgeting, benefits administration, personnel records, and onboarding processes to support compliance and positive employee experience.  </li><li>Oversees capital projects and major maintenance initiatives by managing financial planning, funding strategies, budgets, and cost controls to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.  </li><li>Collaborates with the Advancement Office and Foundation to provide financial analysis, gift processing oversight, and campaign planning that strengthens fundraising and stewardship outcomes.  </li><li>Oversees the school’s investment portfolio in collaboration with external advisors, ensuring adherence to investment policy and prudent risk management. </li><li>Leads and develops the finance and operations team through coaching, goal setting, and performance management to build a collaborative, high-performing department.&nbsp;</li></ul>EXPERIENCE &amp; QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field. A CPA designation, or equivalent, is preferred. </li><li>A minimum of five years of experience as a senior financial leader leading a team, ideally in an educational institution or nonprofit organization. </li><li>Demonstrated success overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. </li><li>Experience collaborating with non-profit boards and supporting fundraising operations. </li><li>Background in financing and managing large-scale capital projects. </li><li>Track record of developing new or diversified revenue streams. </li><li>Proficiency with financial management software, accounting systems, and analytical tools. </li><li>Strong understanding of Canadian financial regulations and Ontario-specific reporting requirements. </li><li>Ability to develop financial models, interpret data, and present complex information clearly.  </li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. </li><li>High emotional intelligence with a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive leadership style. </li><li>Strong organizational abilities and acute attention to detail. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. </li><li>Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering an innovative work culture.</li></ul>APPLICATIONSSt. John’s Kilmarnock is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in its policies, practices, and teaching, learning and work environments. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians and Disabilities Act 2005, accommodation will be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest in confidence via email to Samantha Galati at <a href="mailto:sgalati@bedfordgroup.com" target="_blank">sgalati@bedfordgroup.com</a>.&nbsp;

The Bedford Consulting Group

Executive Director, Finance & Operations

Resource Development Coordinator – Join a Purpose-Driven Team at Cambridge Shelter CorporationAre you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Do you have a knack for building relationships, raising funds, and supporting valuable social initiatives? If so — we want you on our team! Cambridge Shelter Corporation (CSC) is seeking a motivated Resource Development Coordinator to help advance our mission of providing shelter and support services to those in need in Cambridge and the surrounding region.Who We AreCambridge Shelter Corporation is a community-focused nonprofit dedicated to offering safe shelter, supportive housing and services for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. We believe in dignity, respect, and community — and are committed to creating a caring, inclusive, and impactful environment for both clients and staff. Visit us at cambridgesheltercorp.ca or on Facebook to learn more about our work and community impact.What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)In this role, you will: Fund Development &amp; Fundraising<ul><li>Develop and implement short- and long-term strategies for unrestricted funding</li><li>Coordinate donor campaigns, including major gifts, direct mail, and Board-led initiatives</li><li>Research and pursue grants from public, private, corporate, and foundation sources</li><li>Plan and support solicitation drives and fundraising projects</li></ul>Donor &amp; Major Gift Stewardship<ul><li>Design and manage donor stewardship and “moves management” practices</li><li>Prepare donor communications, acknowledgements, and personalized correspondence</li><li>Schedule and participate in donor meetings and relationship-building activities</li></ul>Planned Giving<ul><li>Design and manage CSC’s Planned Giving Program</li><li>Engage legal, accounting, and financial professionals to promote legacy giving</li><li>Track and report on pending bequests and legacy gifts</li></ul>Development &amp; Community Relations<ul><li>Support the creation of annual reports, social media content, and donor communications</li><li>Coordinate CSC and third-party fundraising and development events</li><li>Strengthen CSC’s public image and community presence</li></ul>Data, Reporting &amp; Administration<ul><li>Maintain accurate donor and prospect records (digital and paper)</li><li>Generate reports, queries, and financial tracking related to fundraising</li><li>Work closely with Finance to ensure reporting accuracy and accountability</li><li>Coordinate donor campaigns, including major gifts, direct mail, and Board-led initiatives</li><li>Research and pursue grants from public, private, corporate, and foundation sources</li><li>Plan and support solicitation drives and fundraising projects</li></ul>What We’re Looking For (Required &amp; Preferred Qualifications)Required<ul><li>Minimum 3 years’ experience in fundraising or resource development (nonprofit preferred)</li><li>Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Knowledge of fundraising, sponsorship, and donor engagement strategies</li><li>Valid G Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle</li></ul>Assets<ul><li>Experience with CanadaHelps, SurveyMonkey, or similar fundraising platforms</li><li>Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media tools</li><li>Basic digital design skills</li><li>Experience planning inclusive and accessible events</li><li>Familiarity with Waterloo Region venues, vendors, and community networks</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Meaningful work with a strong community impact — helping people in need find shelter, support, and hope.</li><li>A supportive, inclusive, and mission-driven work environment.</li><li>Opportunity for professional development, growth, and skill-building.</li><li>Comprehensive employer paid benefits</li><li>Employer paid pension after one year.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Cambridge Shelter Corp

Resource Development Coordinator

KidsAbility is a recognized leader in providing early, family-centred support to help children and youth reach key developmental milestones while fostering hope and opportunity. KidsAbility supports over 17,000 children and youth across Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington to reach their communication, social, physical and behavioural goals each year. As the organization enters an exciting period of renewal and growth in the first year of a new five-year strategic plan, we are seeking a transformational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Vice President, Client Services. This role calls for a hands-on operational leader who has a track record of leading teams through change, developing adaptability &amp; agility, while maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality client and family-centred care.Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Vice President, Client Services provides both strategic and operational leadership across KidsAbility’s diverse clinical programs. This role offers the opportunity to inspire, empower, and lead through example, a talented, multidisciplinary team dedicated to ensuring quality, timely, accessible, and integrated services for children and families. The Vice President will lead with a focus on transformation, fostering curiosity, innovation, and excellence in clinical operations while championing new service models, cross-sector partnerships, and system-level collaboration.As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of service delivery, advancing KidsAbility’s mission and strategic priorities. You will oversee program planning, performance management, and quality improvement, while ensuring that all services reflect evidence-based best practices, timely and equitable access and a family centred experience. With strong financial and operational acumen, you will also ensure that resources are aligned to priorities that meet funder targets, maximize client outcomes and ensure organizational sustainability. You will bring excellent communication and relationship-building skills, fostering collaboration and trust with internal teams, funders, partners, and community stakeholders.An inspiring and emotionally intelligent leader, you are known for bringing people together through times of change. You foster cultures of engagement, accountability, and learning, while developing future leaders and supporting employees in their professional and personal growth. You bring a master’s-level education in business, health, social sciences, or a related discipline, along with at least five years of senior clinical operations leadership. You have demonstrated success leading within either publicly funded or private complex service environments. Experience managing in a unionized or not-for-profit setting will be considered an asset. We are seeking a results-oriented professional who exercises sound judgment and moves initiatives forward with focus and efficiency.This is an exceptional opportunity for a hands-on, results-oriented leader who brings sound judgment, practical solutions, and a collaborative approach. Join KidsAbility and play a defining role in strengthening systems, teams, and partnerships to deliver exceptional care for children, youth, and families in our community.The Vice President, Client Services will be based at KidsAbility’s head office in Waterloo, with regular travel throughout the Waterloo and Guelph Wellington Regions. With leadership presence across all sites, the Vice President will have flexibility to work between locations as needed.To express interest in joining KidsAbility, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.miramsbecker.com/vice-president-clinical-services-kidsability" target="_blank">www.miramsbecker.com/vice-president-clinical-services-kidsability</a>&nbsp;or contact Sarah Adams at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sarah@miramsbecker.com" target="_blank">sarah@miramsbecker.com</a>.&nbsp;KidsAbility and Mirams Becker 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

Vice President, Client Services - KidsAbility

Department: Advancement and External Relations&nbsp;Job Type: ContinuingFull-time/Part-time: Full Time (&gt;=1249 hrs/year)&nbsp;Campus: Waterloo&nbsp;Reports to: Manager, Advancement Systems &amp; Data AnalyticsEmployee Group: WLUSA&nbsp;Application Deadline: December 7th 2025Requisition ID: 10309&nbsp;Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose. Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact. With a <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/discover-laurier/indigenization/index.html" target="_blank">commitment to Indigenization</a> and <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/working-at-laurier/commitment-to-inclusion.html" target="_blank">commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion</a>, Laurier’s thriving community has a place for everyone.Laurier has more than 21,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton. The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a <a href="https://www.wlu.ca/about/governance/assets/resources/8.14-flexible-work-policy.html" target="_blank">flexible work policy</a> and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics. Laurier's Waterloo, Kitchener, and Brantford campuses are located on the shared traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. This land is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe peoples and symbolizes the agreement to share, protect our resources, and not to engage in conflict. Laurier's Milton campus is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and part of the Nanfan Treaty of 1701 between the British Crown and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.This job posting is for a current vacancy.Position SummaryReporting to the Manager, Advancement Systems and Data Analytics, the CRM Analyst is responsible for the transition, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the CRM. This CRM deployment marks a transformational shift in operations for Advancement as the incumbent will support this transformation from the current Banner into the new CRM. AER is a Department of over 85 staff and is responsible for all major gift fundraising, annual giving fundraising, external relations, alumni relations – including all events, solicitations and communications with our Laurier Alumni and donors. The incumbent supports the day-to-day operations of the CRM including planning the implementation and future growth of the CRM, expectation management, coordination of resources for maximum results, strong communications among stakeholders within the project and across campus.Primary responsibilities of the CRM Analyst will include acting as a ‘super-user’ of the CRM application that is responsible for data, configuration, security and system administration activities. The incumbent administers and monitors the CRM and performs activities required to configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the CRM solution.Working with other members of the CRM Project Team, the CRM Analyst plays a key role in planning and advancing the solution through conducting business process analysis. This includes analyzing current state business processes used by AER operations and determining changes to existing procedures and policies to maximize the efficiency of the CRM.&nbsp;&nbsp;The CRM Analyst will be responsible for developing, enhancing, implementing, and maintaining information assets supporting the broader functions of the Advancement and External Relations (AER) teams. This position that combines business, statistical, and information analytics with project management and technical support. This position requires a high degree of flexibility with projects including the transition, implementation and maintenance of the CRM. Also including systems support – including iModules, statistical analysis of alumni data (data mining for insights into characteristics of alumni giving), and information and data management.The position will also work closely with all AER teams and the wider university departments to analyze and develop flexible and consistently executable department wide training, onboarding and file management strategies and special projects/business improvement processes to facilitate, diagnose, and formulate solutions to the business process/data needs and being able to clearly articulate solutions essential to finding effective and efficient solutions to business/workflows. This role will support the department in any/all activities including gifts, events, data management, data analytics, records management, and engagement opportunities.AccountabilitiesProject Management<ul><li>Responsible for the transition, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the CRM.</li><li>Regularly communicate with ICT on current state and future direction of the CRM project in weekly team meetings with PM, Vendor and Project Sponsors</li><li>Research and analyze effectiveness of CRM functions and features and prepare plans and recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Develop strategic plans for the implementation and adoption of CRM to deliver maximum value to AER</li><li>Liaise and work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to the CRM</li><li>Plan and manage CRM support and system enhancement tasks that span across AER</li><li>Lead business users in the management of completing CRM system change priorities, enabling prioritization and implementation of users’ needs.</li><li>Develop recommendations to improve the user experience, ensuring a common view of system use and increases user acceptance (e.g. business process improvements, system configuration modifications, data metrics).</li><li>Provide expertise and practical assistance in delivering services.</li><li>Ensure appropriate business participation in information technology projects.</li><li>Follows requirements gathering, project management and change management best practices.</li><li>Balance business users' requests and requirements with technical constraints.</li><li>Report progress, milestones and problems to ICT and advise of solutions</li></ul>Additional projects<ul><li>Maintain and develop improvements for the Alumni Engagement Index (AEI) – including benchmarking against and researching what other Canadian universities are doing</li><li>Improve departmental use of SharePoint including power automate/apps tools to enhance existing business processes or to build new ones as needed.</li><li>System administrator of the eMarketing platform, iModules. This includes the maintenance of its data, user access management, payment gateway and gift processing forms, email exclusions and list management, liaison with vendor application support to diagnose and resolve system errors.</li><li>Responsible for maintaining the Banner/CRM and iModules Connector and develop other data integration and data quality systems. This includes managing corresponding support tickets between ICT, iModules, and Ellucian/CRM.</li><li>Become familiar with the structure and working of the Banner Advancement module and other new software as needed</li><li>Work with business users to elicit and capture information and data requirements</li></ul>Administration<ul><li>Create policies, guidelines and procedures for CRM-related functions and develop and author systems documentation for CRM.</li><li>Provides support for advanced, complex CRM platform issues for users seeking assistance.</li><li>Maintain knowledge base of common issue resolutions.</li><li>Build and configure CRM dashboards, reports and workflows</li><li>Ensure proper recording, documentation and closure of user cases.</li><li>Provide operational supervision to others in how to carry out work tasks.</li><li>Perform advanced levels of business analysis, problem solving and research to work with the vendor and formulate solutions to complex business needs.</li><li>Ensure the CRM system and data are responsive to the reporting needs of AER.</li><li>Direct business user testing teams to provide technical and process input, support and analysis for software, hardware and operational specifications.</li><li>Follow change control procedures and manage the deployment from test to production.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Advancement Systems and Data Analytics.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Undergraduate degree with a minimum of five years related experience in the post-secondary, and/or business management sectors</li><li>Demonstrated project management skills</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required; must be able to build strong relationships and communicate in highly stressful situations with a broad range of users within the university and with software vendors including instruction to non-technical users on technical applications and with technical users on business processes</li><li>Excellent problem solving and decision making skills</li><li>Proven ability to handle multiple critical demands in order to ensure this multi-faceted project is delivered and implemented successfully with a clear plan for future development. This may include resolving issues between conflicting priorities both inside and outside the university. Using skills of persuasion and applied reasoning to reach a consensus.</li><li>A proven ability to design and implement new processes and facilitate user adoption</li><li>The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to develop solutions to highly complex and inter dependent problems with impacts on multiple facets of the operation.</li><li>Proven knowledge of business analysis, quality assurance, and workflow tools and/or practices</li><li>Experience with information development/management tools and systems, as well as the accessing, analyzing, organizing, evaluating and presenting complex technical information.</li><li>Experience with frequent uncontrollable interruptions to work flows, which create changes in priorities and result in changes in the pace/flow of work. Schedules and deadlines are well articulated but are subject to change based on unforeseen events and may result in conflicting priorities. Resolution will require high volumes of consultation and service.</li><li>An understanding of CRM platforms, with the ability to create and update formula fields, workflows, custom views, and other content of intermediate complexity</li><li>Demonstrated aptitude in working with computing technology; desire to learn, participate and keep current with technologies</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Visio</li><li>SharePoint, and iModules experience strongly preferred</li><li>SQL experience required, VBA an asset – a strong programming background is necessary</li><li>Demonstrated experience with ETL data integration solutions like IBM InfoSphere DataStage, Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, or Oracle Data Integrator</li></ul>Hours of WorkThis is a Full-time, Continuing opportunity. The normal hours of work are 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Flexibility in hours may be required, including evening and/or weekend work due to periods of high volume. When possible, the manager will adjust hours to ensure no more than 35 hours are worked in a week.This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement, as per Policy 8.14 (Flexible Work Policy). All arrangement must be approved by the direct manager. In-person attendance for events, as required to meet operational needs, is expected. On occasion, this schedule may need to be adjusted to meet operational requirementsCompensation<ul><li>Level:&nbsp;E</li><li>Rate of Pay: $42.32 - $44.74 per hour with an annual step progression on anniversary date up to $48.37 per hour. Considerations for new hire step placements include, qualifications and length/depth of required experience, relevant market rates for similar jobs, internal equity, and estimated learning curve in starting the job</li></ul>Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier’s core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity &amp; Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/" target="_blank">careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/</a>Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.wlu.ca/careers" target="_blank">www.wlu.ca/careers</a>&nbsp;for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.&nbsp;

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