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YMCanada Of Three Rivers

Vice President, Capital and Asset Management

Director of DevelopmentThis is an exciting – transformative – time at the Oakville &amp; Milton Humane Society.We’re proud of a long tradition of care and compassion as local leader in animal welfare. We are valued for our community services… and we’re well-supported.&nbsp;At the same time, we are unsatisfied. We are not meeting the needs of a growing community. We’ve outgrown our facility. And we are determined to do more.&nbsp;Today, we are searching for an accomplished, inspiring and results-oriented leader to assume the position of Director of Development to provide strategic and operational leader at a critical time.&nbsp;This role is responsible for establishing and achieving OMHS’s revenue priorities and direction as well as continuing to build development systems and practices necessary to support a proactive and evolving fund development plan and a future capital campaign.Focused on revenue growth, the director will have demonstrated success with&nbsp;identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gifts, planned gifts, foundations and corporate gift donors. At this time, as OMHS continues with its plans for future growth, the Director will bring a depth of expertise in all areas of fund development and ideally have demonstrated expertise with capital campaigns.&nbsp;The Director must be skilled at evaluating and strengthening existing revenue streams for annual, major, and legacy giving and must have a can-do approach willing to provide hands-on support to lead and support change within an evolving organization.&nbsp;The Director will not only possess a great attitude but will be a natural role model for all others. As the day-to-day manager of a broader development team of five others, they will champion teamwork and collaboration and inspire a culture that is positive, productive and fun.&nbsp;This critical role, as an integral part of the senior leadership, is vital for helping OMHS build and grow great relationships and partnerships inside and outside the organization.Other responsibilities include supporting board volunteer committees linked to development and marketing, leading the annual planning and budgeting process within the development team and, oversight of the fundraising database ensuring data integrity, standardized protocols and effective integration with other systems.&nbsp;If you’re excited by the opportunity to make a real impact at a pivotal moment in our history – and have the skills, vision, and drive to help us grow – we’d love to hear from you. Send us your Cover Letter and Resume, and let’s build the future of OMHS together.QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>A minimum of 8+ years’ experience in fundraising within a non-profit organization</li><li>A minimum of 8+ years’ experience in a leadership role developing high performance teams</li><li>Proven success in engaging donors for major gift investments</li><li>A strong reputation as a valued and likable colleague who achieves results</li><li>University degree or equivalent</li><li>Expert level of efficiency with Microsoft Office and online software applications</li><li>Experience with budget management</li><li>Outstanding interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Strong strategic analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop performance reports</li><li>Stand-out written &amp; oral communication/interpersonal skills</li><li>Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) designation is considered an asset</li><li>Experience in the development, implementation and maintenance of peer-to-peer fundraising software is an asset</li><li>Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge is an asset</li><li>Must be reliable and flexible with the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed; overtime as required</li><li>Clear Criminal Background Check and valid Ontario driver’s license</li></ul>

Oakville & Milton Humane Society

Director, Development

POSITION TITLE: Clinical Director STATUS: Full Time, Permanent (Non-unionized) REPORTS TO: Executive Director HRS/WEEK: 35 hours per week SALARY RANGE: $82K to $92K POSTING DATE: September 8, 2025 CLOSING DATE: September 19th, 2025Breakaway is a dynamic multifunction substance use treatment agency that provides a range of high-quality outpatient and outreach programs for the residents of Toronto. We are passionately committed to providing innovative community services from a harm reduction perspective. We strive to make our programs fully accessible to all community members, particularly those who frequently encounter barriers to traditional services.From its inception in 1989, Breakaway Community Service has demonstrated a strong capacity for continuously adapting to emerging challenges. It has done this by adding to its own broad range of treatment programs for clients and by forging strong service partnerships across the mental health and addictions sectors to facilitate additional access to supports for them. Besides our office-based programs, we have effectively mobilized our resources to be active and present in delivering services for clients within the community, in schools, community centers, shelters, and supportive housing.As our organization has grown throughout the years, so too has the capacity of our service teams to better serve our clients. Our staff are encouraged to bring their best effort every day, and we take pride in their ability to show a depth of positivity, support, and compassion in their work.POSITION SUMMARY:The Clinical Director provides leadership for the continuation of this critically important work and the achievement of its strategic goals. Breakaway is seeking an enthusiastic, highly skilled, and experienced Clinical Director. This position directly supervises approximately 12- 20 full-time employees and several relief-staff. In addition, it contributes, very importantly, to the overall leadership and operations of the organization.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: • Part of a team of two Clinical Directors and a (small but mighty) Management team of four people. • Provide regular, team and individual, clinical and administrative supervision to staff • 50% administrative duties and 50% clinical • Participate in Human Resources activities including staff recruitment, hiring, orientation and performance reviews • Plan, implement and evaluate quality clinical programming using evidence-informed models • Liaise and collaborate with communities, partner agencies, working groups, service coalitions and government ministries • Identify and develop new partnership opportunities to enhance service delivery • Provide support and guidance to staff to help identify relevant training opportunities for career development • Organize and chair team meetings • Sign off on vacation requests, while maintaining optimal program coverage • Support the management team with its ongoing responsibilities, including accreditation preparation, policy development and operational plan creation and with their implementation. • Assist with program development and the writing of funding grants • Participate in various internal committees • Ensure that the agency’s operational policies and procedures are adhered to • Responsible for meeting data targets and reporting to the Ministry • Management of Program Budgets • Coordination of program operationsQUALIFICATIONS: • MSW or equivalent masters-level degree • Registered with the College of Social Work (RSW) or OCSWSSW or other corresponding regulatory college (e.g. CRPO) • At least 5 years of direct clinical practice with individual clients, groups and families • Deep understanding of Family Systems, experience working with families and clinical supervision of family therapists is an important asset. • Lived or living experience of substance use, mental health and/or poverty valued. • Minimum 3 years of experience in a management position at a community-based agency • Policy and grant application development, writing and implementation experience and interest a huge asset • Demonstrated effective leadership abilities in a variety of challenging situations • Prioritizes and encourages staff wellness and safety • Strong supervisory skills, including the ability to mentor, coach, direct and inspire individual workers and teams of professionals, students, and volunteers. Not afraid to lead and support from a place of love. • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to act as a liaison between the agency and its clients and community partners • Excellent communication skills including written, verbal and presentation skills • A strong understanding of the principles of harm reduction and trauma-informed care • Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression principles, and experience applying these with diverse staff teams and marginalized or vulnerable client groups • Knowledge and experience in the effective management of crisis situations • Experience managing in a unionized environment • Good understanding of the reporting requirements and practices for funding bodies both governmental and non-governmentalPlease submit your cover letter and an updated resume, to: <a href="mailto:hiring@breakawaycs.ca" target="_blank">hiring@breakawaycs.ca</a>. Please insert “Clinical Director Application” in the email subject line.You may also mail your application to: Attention: Human Resources Clinical Director Application Breakaway Community Services 21 Strickland Avenue, Toronto, ON M6K 3E6IMPORTANT NOTE: Applications that do not include a cover letter will not be reviewed. Applications created by A.I. will not be considered. This is a senior position. We want to hear about you, from YOU.Breakaway is strongly committed to the principles of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We encourage people from frequently underrepresented and marginalized communities to apply. Breakaway is committed to providing accommodation in all parts of the hiring process. We seek to provide accessibility for all applicants, consistent with our accessibility policies and the AODA.Please let us know if you require accommodations and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. &nbsp;Applications are welcome until September 19th, 2025. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Breakaway

Clinical Director

<h2>Job Title: Operations and Organizational Development Manager Location: Remote with International Travel (preference for Canada)&nbsp; Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed-term Salary Band: USD $75,000–$90,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)</h2>About Us We are a global social justice charity registered in Canada, dedicated to advancing human rights, anti-racism, and solidarity. We collaborate with diverse communities and movements worldwide to expose and challenge the dominance of powerful corporate-driven technological and industrial forces, and to help build fairer systems rooted in shared values. Our staff and board are spread across multiple continents.This is a pivotal moment in our organizational journey. We are strengthening our systems, culture, and operations to match our mission and values, and we’re looking for someone with this experience and alignment to our core values to guide this work.About the Role This is a transformative role designed to strengthen the core of our organization over a two-year period. Reporting directly to the Board, this role will manage and work closely with all staff to develop sustainable systems, nurture a healthy work culture, and ensure our ways of working are aligned with our values.&nbsp;This role will lead the delivery for the Operational functions which are based in Canada, including our head office in Montreal. While this role is focused on operations and management, it is political in nature and so requires strong alignment with ETC’s mission, values, and political orientation.This role’s purpose is to&nbsp;build the conditions for everyone in the organization to thrive.&nbsp;Areas of Responsibility:<ul><li>Organizational Development &amp; Change Management – Lead strategies to strengthen HR practices, processes, systems, and organizational culture.</li><li>Finance – Lead the Finance function, to ensure strong financial controls, reporting, grant development and collaborative budgeting. Overseeing the annual financial audit, grant processes and annual charity returns to Canadian Revenue Agency.&nbsp;</li><li>Operations – Lead on Operations with responsibility for HR, legal compliance and organisational administration.</li><li>People Leadership – Line management, development and supportive supervision of all staff (operations and programme), promoting staff well-being.&nbsp;</li><li>Board Liaison – Report to the Board, provide updates, and support strong staff-board alignment.</li></ul>What We’re Looking For<ul><li>Experience in organizational change, HR, and operational leadership (ideally in NGOs/nonprofits, international contexts).</li><li>Strong track record in financial oversight.</li><li>Deep commitment to anti-racism, anti-discrimination, and JEDI principles.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, a collaborative and global approach.</li><li>Knowledge of the Canadian charity and not-for-profit sector&nbsp;</li><li>Bonus points for: Spanish and/or French language proficiency, mediation training.</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Work at the heart of an international values-led organization.</li><li>Lead critical systems and culture work with&nbsp;real impact.</li><li>Collaborate with a passionate, diverse, and global team.</li><li>Support the long-term sustainability and health of an organization making change where it matters most.</li></ul>Benefits we offer<ul><li>20 days leave plus all statutory holidays in your location</li><li>Employer pension contributions of 5%</li><li>Up to $5,000 towards the cost of care (i.e. health insurance, dental)</li></ul>How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:etc@etcgroup.org" target="_blank">etc@etcgroup.org</a> by&nbsp;30 September 2025.

ETC Group

Operations and Organizational Development Manager

Prisoners’ Legal Services (PLS) is seeking a passionate, strategic, empathetic and collaborative Director of Legal Services to join our efforts to protect the rights and dignity of people in prison and oversee the legal work of the organization.&nbsp;The Director of Legal Services is a new position that will have primary responsibility for ensuring the quality, rigour and values alignment of the organization’s legal services, legal information, and strategic litigation. The Legal Director works closely and collaboratively with the Executive Director in a shared and distributed leadership model, and collaborates regularly with the Director of Programs.

Prisoners' Legal Services/West Coast Prison Justice Society

Director of Legal Services

<a href="https://oxfordandrichmond.com/" target="_blank">Oxford + Richmond</a>&nbsp;is proud to partner with one of Toronto’s leading community mental health organizations in the search for a mission-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This executive will steward a stable, service-oriented finance function that enables high-impact programs across the city. Reporting to the CEO and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO provides clear and timely decision support to program leaders and the Board, while upholding a values-based, client-centred culture.Role at a glanceLead budgeting (annual &amp; multi-year), forecasting, financial reporting, audit, cash/treasury, internal controls, and enterprise risk.Ensure accurate and compliant funder reporting, and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, and external partners.Deliver board-ready analyses, scenario planning, and performance dashboards to guide strategy and resource allocation.Coach and develop a seven-person finance team, reinforcing service quality, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration.Ideal candidateCPA with ~10+ years of progressive leadership, ideally in nonprofit/healthcare/social services.Exceptional communicator who translates complex financials into actionable insights for executives, program leaders, and the Board.Values-driven leader with high EQ; champions equity, inclusion, and client-centred service delivery.Comfortable advancing modernization of the finance function while preserving stability and service quality.Why this roleDirectly enhance organizational impact through disciplined financial stewardship and decision support.Collaborative executive environment with a purpose-driven mandate and trusted reputation.Competitive total rewards, comprehensive benefits, and HOOPP participation.Please apply <a href="https://evoportalus.tracker-rms.com/OxfordandRichmond/apply?jobcode=1122" target="_blank">HERE</a>

Oxford + Richmond

Chief Financial Officer - Community Mental Health Nonprofit

The Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE) is a trusted connector and catalyst for student success. In partnership with all publicly funded school boards in Ottawa, we deliver equitable, innovative programs that meet students where they are—from a healthy start to the day, to academic support, to confidence-building with hands-on learning. By uniting partners across sectors, ONFE breaks down barriers and builds brighter futures. Our focus on sustainability, future readiness, and social responsibility drives our vision: an Ottawa where all students thrive.&nbsp;Bilingual Program Manager – School Breakfast ProgramWe are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented, highly organized individual to lead&nbsp;the School Breakfast Program team of Community Development Coordinators. &nbsp;The Program Manager reports to the&nbsp;Director of Program Operations and works collaboratively with all ONFE staff.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop program resources, standard operating procedures and administrative processes to optimize program operations.</li><li>Support recruitment and provide leadership and oversight to assigned resources.</li><li>Assist in defining program priorities, setting goals, and establishing measurable outcomes.</li><li>Collaborate on program planning, budgeting, program implementation, and evaluation processes.&nbsp;</li><li>Develop and conduct surveys with key partners and analyze results.</li><li>Develop and deliver training sessions for schools.</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, legal requirements, and ethical standards.</li><li>Foster a culture of learning, innovation, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Promote the organization’s values of integrity, equity, learning and collaboration &nbsp;</li></ul>Required Skills/Experience:<ul><li>Highly adaptable and proactive in driving change and innovation.</li><li>Strong ability to collaborate and maintain positive partnerships.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills with a constructive and creative approach.</li><li>Proven leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams.</li><li>Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.</li><li>Strong computer aptitude and proficiency. Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and project management tools.</li><li>Knowledge of food safety practices would be an asset.</li><li>Experience in school-nutrition related programs or public health initiatives an asset.&nbsp;</li><li>3-5 years’ experience in supervisory or leadership role.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in program management.</li><li>Satisfactory Police Record Check in alignment with ONFE’s Conditions of Employment Policy.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Post-secondary degree or diploma in Social Sciences, Public Health, Education, Nutrition, or a related field.&nbsp;</li><li>Minimum 5 years of experience in social sciences, nutrition, education, health promotion or related field.&nbsp;</li><li>Driver’s license, and access to a reliable motor vehicle with insurance coverage that has no policy restrictions for work related driving.</li><li>Fluency in English and French (oral and written) and fluency in other languages.</li></ul>Hybrid Work: ONFE offers a hybrid work environment, which requires work both in the office and remote. This is a permanent full-time position. The annualized salary range is $75,000-$90,000. ONFE offers a competitive salary, benefit package including RSP matching.The Ottawa Network for Education is an equal opportunity employer and respects the dignity and independence of people with disabilities. We recognize the value of diversity in the workplace and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.We provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection processes. Applicants are required, in advance, to make any accommodation request known to Human Resources by contacting&nbsp;<a href="mailto:admin@onfe-rope.ca" target="_blank">admin@onfe-rope.ca</a>.Recruitment will be ongoing throughout the posting period and the competition will remain open until the position is filled. Please apply before 4:00PM on Friday, October 3, 2025.&nbsp;To learn more about the Ottawa Network for Education, please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.onfe-rope.ca/" target="_blank">http://www.onfe-rope.ca</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;_______________________________________________________________________________________________________Le Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation (ROPE) agit comme courroie de liaison et catalyseur de bons résultats pour les élèves. Nous collaborons avec tous les conseils scolaires publics d’Ottawa pour offrir des programmes équitables et novateurs qui répondent aux besoins des élèves – aussi bien des élèves qui ont besoin d’un coup de pouce pour bien démarrer leur journée, que de ceux qui ont besoin d’un soutien scolaire ou d’un apprentissage pratique pour renforcer la confiance en soi. En réunissant des partenaires de tous les secteurs, le ROPE élimine les obstacles qui empêchent les jeunes d’accéder à un avenir meilleur. Pour concrétiser notre vision – qui est de faire en sorte qu’Ottawa soit une ville dans laquelle tous les élèves s’épanouissent – nous misons sur la durabilité, la préparation des jeunes à l’avenir et la responsabilité sociale.&nbsp;Gestionnaire de programme bilingue – Programme des petits déjeuners en milieu scolaireNous sommes à la recherche d’une personne motivée, minutieuse, polyvalente et dotée d’un grand sens de l’organisation pour prendre la tête de l’équipe de coordonnateurs en développement communautaire du Programme des petits déjeuners en milieu scolaire.&nbsp;Le ou la gestionnaire du programme dépend de la directrice responsable du fonctionnement du programme, et travaille en collaboration avec le personnel du ROPE.&nbsp;Principales responsabilités<ul><li>Mettre au point les ressources du programme, les procédures opérationnelles standard et les processus administratifs qui permettront d’optimiser le fonctionnement du programme.</li><li>Soutenir le recrutement et superviser les ressources attribuées.</li><li>Contribuer à définir les priorités du programme, à fixer des objectifs et à établir des résultats.</li><li>Collaborer à la planification, à la budgétisation, à la mise en œuvre et à l’évaluation du programme.&nbsp;</li><li>Élaborer et mener des enquêtes auprès des principales parties prenantes.</li><li>Mettre au point et dispenser des séances de formation pour les écoles.</li><li>Veiller au respect des réglementations pertinentes, des exigences légales et des normes éthiques.</li><li>Favoriser une culture de l’apprentissage, de l’innovation et de l’amélioration continue.</li><li>Promouvoir les valeurs d’intégrité, d’équité, d’apprentissage et de collaboration propres à l’organisation. &nbsp;</li></ul>Compétences et expérience obligatoires<ul><li>Grande capacité d’adaptation et initiative en matière de changement et d’innovation.</li><li>Grande capacité à collaborer et à entretenir des partenariats constructifs.</li><li>Solides compétences en résolution de problèmes selon une approche constructive et créative.</li><li>Compétences avérées en matière de leadership et de mentorat, et capacité d’inspirer et de guider des équipes.</li><li>Solides compétences en organisation et gestion du temps, et capacité de respecter les délais.</li><li>Solides aptitudes et compétences en informatique. Connaissance de Microsoft Office&nbsp;365 et des outils de gestion de projet.</li><li>Une connaissance des pratiques en matière de salubrité alimentaire serait un atout.</li><li>Une expérience de programmes liés à la nutrition scolaire ou à des initiatives de santé publique serait un atout.&nbsp;</li><li>3 à 5&nbsp;ans d’expérience dans un poste de supervision ou de direction.&nbsp;</li><li>Au moins 2&nbsp;ans d’expérience en gestion de programme.</li><li>Vérification policière des antécédents judiciaires satisfaisante, conformément à la politique et aux conditions d’emploi du ROPE.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Diplôme d’études postsecondaires en sciences sociales, santé publique, éducation, nutrition, ou dans un domaine connexe.&nbsp;</li><li>Au moins 5&nbsp;ans d’expérience en sciences sociales, nutrition, éducation, promotion de la santé, ou dans un domaine connexe.&nbsp;</li><li>Permis de conduire et accès à un véhicule à moteur fiable avec une couverture d’assurance sans restriction relative à la conduite dans le contexte professionnel.</li><li>Maîtrise de l’anglais et du français (oral et écrit) et maîtrise d’autres langues.</li></ul>Formule de travail hybride Le ROPE propose une formule de travail hybride, en vertu de laquelle le personnel travaille à distance et au bureau. Il s’agit d’un temps plein poste permanent. Le salaire annuel varie entre 75&nbsp;000&nbsp;$ et 90&nbsp;000&nbsp;$. Le ROPE offre un salaire et des avantages sociaux concurrentiels, y compris la contrepartie d’un REER.Le Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation est un employeur qui souscrit au principe de l’égalité des chances et respecte la dignité et l’indépendance des personnes handicapées. Nous reconnaissons la valeur de la diversité en milieu de travail et encourageons toutes les personnes qualifiées à poser leur candidature.Nous prenons des mesures d’adaptation pour les personnes handicapées tout au long des processus de recrutement et de sélection. Les candidat(e)s sont tenu(e)s de communiquer à l’avance avec les ressources humaines pour faire connaître toute demande d’adaptation <a href="mailto:admin@onfe-rope.ca" target="_blank">admin@onfe-rope.ca</a>.Le recrutement se fera tout au long de la période d’affichage et le concours restera ouvert jusqu’à ce que le poste soit pourvu. Veuillez postuler avant 16&nbsp;h, le vendredi&nbsp;3&nbsp;octobre 2025.&nbsp;Pour en savoir plus sur le Réseau d’Ottawa pour l’éducation (ROPE), consulter notre site Web, à&nbsp;:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.onfe-rope.ca/" target="_blank">http://www.onfe-rope.ca</a>.&nbsp;

Ottawa Network for Education

Bilingual Program Manager – School Breakfast Program

Kidney Cancer Canada (KCC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Canadians affected by kidney cancer. KCC provides support, education, advocacy, and access to reliable information, while advancing research and promoting timely access to new treatments. Its work is sustained by corporate sponsors, individual donors, and a generous giving community.THE OPPORTUNITY&nbsp;Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the leadership, development and management of daily operations, including setting the strategic direction, financial stewardship, leadership of staff and volunteers, and advocacy on behalf of kidney cancer patients. The ED will ensure execution of the organization’s mission, provide education, support and advocacy, increasing awareness for individuals and families affected by kidney cancer and influence impact across Canada. This is a remote/virtual leadership opportunity to make a significant impact to a meaningful cause and lead continual growth and expansion. Occasional travel is required.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Provide leadership and direction to staff and volunteers, managing service delivery, programming, fundraising, operations, human resources, financial and administrative management.&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for the overall financial health of KCC, including financial planning, budgeting, and risk management.</li><li>Oversee efficient delivery of patient programs, ensuring quality, excellence, effectiveness, evaluation and revision.</li><li>Lead advocacy efforts at provincial and national levels, influencing health policy and access to treatment options.&nbsp;</li><li>Deepen and refine all aspects of communications to strengthen brand and capitalize on new opportunities, including website, social media, newsletters and external relations.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage the planning and execution of fundraising activities, including donor development, events, and individual and corporate giving channels, identifying opportunities for future collaboration and diversification.</li><li>Ensure transparent working relationships with the Board, providing timely and informed reporting.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide oversight on all administrative and operational activities, ensuring compliance with governance, financial management, legal requirements and strategic recommendations for growth and development.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain effective working relationships with staff, volunteers, board members, committees, governmental bodies, advocacy groups, partnering organizations, and donors.&nbsp;</li></ul>SELECTION CRITERIA&nbsp;<ul><li>Relevant post-secondary degree or diploma, or evidence of equivalent training and experience.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working in a non-profit setting, including experience working with a Board of Directors.</li><li>Progressively senior leadership experience with demonstrated ability to develop and mobilize teams.</li><li>Volunteer management experience and ability to cultivate and maximize use of volunteer resources.</li><li>Effective financial and business acumen with previous accountability for financial operations.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience fostering a positive workplace culture, lead by example, monitor burnout and mitigate problems.</li><li>Empathetic and emotionally intelligent leader with the ability to connect, engage and empower people.</li><li>Excellent administrative, organizational and program management skills with strong attention to detail.</li><li>Strong marketing, public relations and fundraising experience, with the ability to connect and engage with a wide range of stakeholders and cultures and foster community.&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal communication, problem-solving, conflict management skills and ability to influence.</li><li>Strong facilitative and collaborative leadership, management, and relationship skills.</li><li>Proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages is an asset.</li></ul>

Harris Leadership Strategies Executive Recruitment

Virtual Executive Director - Kidney Cancer Canada

Director, Grants &amp; Community Initiatives 
 
0.8 FTE (Mon-Thurs) 
Salary Range: $115,000 - $135,000 (30 hours / 4 days per week) plus outstanding 
benefits package. 
Reports to: CEO 
Location: Work from downtown Vancouver office, with flexibility to work remotely 1- 2 
days per week. 
Application Deadline: September 15, 2025 
 

About Us 
The Real Estate Foundation of BC (REFBC) is a philanthropic organization that works to 
advance sustainable, equitable, and socially-just land use and real estate practices across 
what’s known as BC. We do this by funding projects, connecting people, and sharing 
knowledge. 

The Foundation believes that a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we 
serve strengthens our ability to achieve our mission. To learn more about REFBC, please 
check out <a href="http://www.refbc.ca" target="_blank">www.refbc.ca</a>. 
 
About You 
 
You’re a strategic and operational leader who grows people and teams to advance 
thoughtful, equity-centered initiatives that support resilient communities and healthy 
environments. You have senior-level experience working with people across sectors—
including nonprofit, Indigenous-led, philanthropic, and public—to build relationships rooted 
in respect, collaboration, and shared purpose. 

You have successfully led people, teams and projects through your diverse grantmaking and 
community engagement experiences. 

You have credibility and a strong track record working with Indigenous, immigrant, and 
racialized communities. REFBC’s commitments to advancing UNDRIP and values of equity, 
decolonizing our practices, reciprocity in relationships, sustainability, and integrity are 
exciting to you. 

You’re self-aware and have demonstrated you can participate in collaborative decision-
making in a dynamic community, philanthropic, and organizational context. Your glass is 
half-full, you can see the big picture, connect the details, and read between the lines. You 
are diplomatic, tactful, enjoy networking and developing meaningful contacts and 
relationships. 


You are a motivated self-starter with excellent written and verbal skills. You are able to 
present ideas, written reports and fulfill program management requirements with clarity, 
adaptability and accountability. 

You possess strong research and analytical skills, enjoy meeting and collaborating with 
people of all backgrounds, and would be excited to work with diverse people and 
organizations to help advance key land use and real estate issues through philanthropy. 

 
Key Responsibilities &amp; Duties 
Leadership 

 • Demonstrates consistent commitment to values of equity, environmental 
sustainability, and social justice through personal and organizational leadership 
practices. 

 • Supervises and supports growth, development and performance of a small team of 
professional staff and consultants who perform a range of grants and community 
engagement activities. 

 • Works closely with CEO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to connect Grants team 
with the Foundation’s strategic and operational planning; manage budgets; align 
strategic partnerships, projects, and learning agendas; and fulfill financial and 
regulatory requirements. 

 • Leads development and management of Grants program and operations budget. 
 • Facilitates communication and planning between Grants and special projects and 

other organizational functions, including Communications, Operations, Human 
Resources, Finance and Investments. 

 • Provides counsel, feedback, and constructive support to CEO on governance, 
operational and communication matters. 

Grantmaking 

 • Provides team leadership for developing and implementing strategic direction and 
priorities for an impactful Grant program 

 • Serves as primary liaison with members of the Indigenous Grants Stream Community 
Leaders’ Circle and consultants. 

 • Develops, refines, and updates grants program interest areas, criteria, guidelines, 
priorities, in consultation and collaboration with staff members, Board of Governors, 
and external partners. 

 • Leads the design of learning and evaluation systems for grants and community 
engagement initiatives. 

 • Communicate the Foundation’s priorities with internal and external audiences. 


 • Leads and/or directs preparation of recommendations, reports, and presentations to 
advisory groups, committees, CEO, and the Board. 

 • Manages a small portfolio of key special project and grant relationships. 
 • Stays informed about emerging issues, relevant research, and initiatives. 

Community Engagement 

 • Works proactively to ensure the Foundation is engaging people and communities 
whose voices and experience have been under-represented and/or excluded in land 
use planning and decision-making. 

 • Builds relationships with First Nations and Indigenous-led organizations, as well as 
non-profit, philanthropic, public, and academic institutions. 

 • Collaborate to develop policies and practices that share decision-making power with 
people who bring diverse lived and professional expertise to our understanding of 
grants and community priorities. Attends events hosted by grant recipients, funders, 
partners, collaborators, and other organizations as part of the Foundation’s 
engagement strategy to build meaningful relationships. 

 • Represents the Foundation with external audiences and potential grant applicants. 
 • Works with internal and external stakeholders to plan and implement community 

engagement and learning opportunities. 
 • Participates on relevant committees and collaboratives with other funders, grantees, 

and decision makers to pursue collective impact and learning opportunities. 
 • Works closely with CEO and the Senior Communications Specialist to inform the 

Foundation’s storytelling efforts to amplify experience of people and communities 
we serve. 

 • Share project outcomes, knowledge building, and opportunities for convening and 
connecting through our grantmaking and community initiatives. 

 • Creates and delivers written and verbal presentations to Board, community agencies, 
and other relevant stakeholders. 

Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience 

 • Senior grantmaking and community engagement experience within a non-profit, 
public and/or philanthropic organization which includes responsibilities for leading a 
high-performing staff team, working with Boards and committees, communicating 
with internal and external audiences, collaboratively developing and implementing 
operational systems, plans and budgets. 

 • Applied understanding of the United Nations Declaration on the Right of Indigenous 
Peoples (“UNDRIP”) and its relevance to REFBC. 

 • Strong relationships and professional credibility with First Nations and Indigenous-
led organizations in BC. 


 • Experience in trauma-informed and decolonial approaches to grantmaking, 
community engagement and people leadership. 

 • Experience in the design and implementation of approaches to research, evaluation, 
and learning. 

 • Experience developing policies, procedures, and terms of reference for engagement 
of staff and volunteers in development and implementation of grants and 
community initiatives. 

 • Strong interpersonal skills, high degree of emotional intelligence, ability to consider 
and balance diverse viewpoints, and engage in shared decision making in a 
constructive, flexible, and positive manner. 

 • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
 • Graduate degree or equivalent experience in a related field. 

Working Conditions 

 • This position normally works 4 days a week, Monday to Thursday, between the hours 
of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. 

 • A weekly hybrid schedule between home and our offices, located in downtown 
Vancouver. 

 • This is a senior management position and from time-to-time additional or flexible 
hours may be required to fulfil the duties of the position. 

 • This position requires occasional travel for community visits, events and conferences. 
 
How to Apply 
Please send your resume and cover letter to <a href="mailto:careers@refbc.ca" target="_blank">careers@refbc.ca</a> with “Director, Grants &amp; 
Community Initiatives” in the subject line by September 15, 2025. In your application, 
kindly tell us why you would make a great candidate for this role. 

We strongly encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. We 
encourage, though don’t require, those who identify as First Nations and from other equity-
deserving groups to indicate so in their cover letter. 

<a href="mailto:careers@refbc.ca" target="_blank">mailto:careers@refbc.ca</a>

Real Estate Foundation of BC

Director, Grants & Community Initiatives

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