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The Chair of Strategic Business and Fund Development provides strategic leadership for VMPC’s fundraising, sponsorship, and grant initiatives. In this role, you will work to diversify VMPC’s revenue sources, strengthen partnerships, and ensure long-term financial sustainability. This role will also help to develop and lead a volunteer committee that supports the identification of funding opportunities and works in collaboration with the board executive and relevant portfolio chairs for the development and submission of funding proposals. This volunteer role is ideal for a mission-driven professional with experience in business development, nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, or corporate partnerships.

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Director of Funds & Business Development

Job TitleBilingual Counsellor - Part-Time - &nbsp;Outside QC/ONTShift IDRND-0209-PTB205LocationRemote - Outside QC/ONTStart DateShift Description17.25 average weekly paid hours.Salary:$31,36/hourJob Type:Part-Time PermanentJob Posting Close DateJanuary 5 2026Kids Help Phone is on a transformational journey, one that will change the landscape of youth mental health in Canada.&nbsp;  We cannot do it without a team who are willing to be game changers and help fuel that journey. We need team members that are passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives. &nbsp;Unlock your potential. Carve out a career as unique as yourself. Grow with us. &nbsp;Presentation of the organization&nbsp;Kids Help Phone is a Canadian and world leader, known for their expertise and continuous innovation as Canada’s only 24/7 professional crisis support, counselling&nbsp;and information services for young people, in both French and English. Since 1989, we have offered kids, teens and young adults a critical lifeline of hope and support through our free, anonymous and confidential services.&nbsp; Young people reach out to Kids Help Phone’s professional counselors and trained volunteers from every corner of the country via phone, Live Chat and texting, and benefit from their database of local youth-serving programs.&nbsp; Kids Help Phone’s website is a widely recognized model of youth-focused design; offering therapeutic tools, games, information, and counseling.&nbsp;  &nbsp;To learn more about Feel Out Loud: the largest youth mental health movement in Canadian history:  &nbsp;<a href="https://kidshelpphone.ca/unlockhope/campaign-cabinet/" target="_blank">The Feel Out Loud Campaign Cabinet</a> –&nbsp;a group of extraordinary philanthropic and business leaders who are deeply committed to unlocking hope for all youth across Canada&nbsp;   &nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJEbpLfv5zs" target="_blank">What I Wouldn’t Do (North Star Calling)</a>, a star-studded anthem and video created by over 50 Canadian artists who united across the country to form the musical collective Artists for Feel Out Loud, with the sole purpose of amplifying the conversation around mental health and empowering young people to feel out loud. &nbsp;Job description and responsibilities:&nbsp;As a KHP counsellor, you will&nbsp;provide&nbsp;single session solution focused&nbsp;support to young people via&nbsp;anonymous phone and live chat. Sessions are offered on a first come first serve basis. You will be supporting young people with a variety of concerns such as: mental health anxiety, depression, family and relationships, school challenges and suicide. Support is provided through a person-centered approach and aligned with counselling best practices.&nbsp;What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Bring:&nbsp;<ul><li>Ability to support youth via phone and live chat based counselling services, moving between modalities on every shift. </li><li>Strong risk assessment and safety planning skills pertaining to youth risk and safety: Child Welfare, Suicide and Self-Injury, Substance Abuse, Threats against Others etc. &nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work independently and have sound judgement on situations that require escalation to management. </li><li>A strong work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to maintain boundaries, especially when addressing challenging calls that may involve individuals displaying strong emotions, including anger. </li><li>Reflexive practice; empowering and strengths-based, client-centered approach; non-judgmental; strong, professional boundaries; recognition of and advocate for service users’ autonomy in their journey; commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and accessibility; ability to adapt to changing client needs. </li><li>The ability to communicate with empathy, curiosity and professionalism. </li><li>The ability to merge your own personality and counselling style with Kids Help Phone’s clinical model. </li><li>Active engagement in individual supervision, group supervision, clinical consultations, coaching, in-service training, team meetings, and other scheduled activities. </li><li>Participation in a positive workplace culture by engaging respectfully and collaboratively with colleagues while embodying Kids Help Phone’s values (Courageous, Collaborative, Innovative, Resilient, Trustworthy). </li><li>Ability to work in a high energy and dynamic environment.  &nbsp;</li></ul>What&nbsp;You’ll&nbsp;Need:&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor or Master's degree or diploma in social services (Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Sexology, Child and Youth Care, etc.) or equivalent with experience in crisis work and counselling. </li><li>A minimum of 1-2 years experience in crisis intervention and/or counselling, including solid risk assessment and safety planning skills (practicum/placement experience is considered); </li><li>Outstanding communication skills in English (spoken and written) as well as French (for bilingual positions); </li><li>Sound knowledge of various national and provincial legislation related to youth at risk including making decisions regarding appropriate and relevant referrals to community authorities (i.e., emergency services and Child Protective Services as required); </li><li>Sound typing and written communication to counsel on our Live Chat service; </li><li>Stable and dedicated high speed internet (minimum 25 Mbps of download speed and 10 Mbps of upload speed to the device being used); a closed private workspace&nbsp;</li></ul>If you reside in the province of Quebec, bilingualism is required as the majority of our calls are in English and the nature of the work (crisis intervention) requires a high proficiency in both language to ensure positive outcomes for our clientele.Don’t meet every single qualification and requirement? Studies have shown that women and racialized people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At KHP we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that our organization is recruiting for.Please note our training dates below for the new year - 2026. Training is mandatory:New Hire Training Dates - 2026English Training: January 12 to January 15 from 10:00am to 6:00pm ET and January 19 to January 22 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ET.French Training: &nbsp;February 23&nbsp;to February 26&nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm ET and March 2 to March 5 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ET.English Training: March 23 to March 26&nbsp;from 10:00am to 6:00pm ET and March 30 to April 2 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm ET.&nbsp;Applications for this position will close at the date at the top of the job postingThe Small Print:&nbsp;Accommodation Statement:Kids Help Phone welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, as such reasonable accommodations are available upon request from a candidate with a disability, thus ensuring you can take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If as a qualified job applicant, you request an accommodation, we will consult with you and provide reasonable accommodations according to your accessibility needs. If you wish to make a request, please provide a cover letter, when applying to this position. The successful candidate to this role will be asked to complete a background screen, which may include criminal, credit, employment, educational checks and/or COVID 19 vaccination checks. All offers of employment are conditional on the receipt of satisfactory results of any applicable check.Statement on Inclusion Diversity Equity Accessibility (I.D.E.A.):&nbsp;Kids Help Phone provides services in one of the most diverse countries in the world. The diversity of our communities takes many forms. It includes differences related, amongst others to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, gender expression and presentation, sexual orientation, religion, age, ability, and socioeconomic status. We see diversity as an asset to our organization and communities and strive to be reflective of the communities that we serve. We commit ourselves to promoting better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity; a commitment which is best realized through our individual and collective effort.&nbsp;We are professionally and personally committed to celebrating the rich diversity, equity and inclusion of people who work in our company, to those who live in our communities, and to those who access our services and resources. We believe that it is critical that our services empower freedom of thought and opinion in an environment of mutual respect. All our activities and interactions are enriched by accepting each other as we are and by celebrating our uniqueness as well as our commonality. We are guided by the principle that celebrating diversity, equity and inclusion enriches and empowers the lives of all people. &nbsp;Message to Agencies:Kids Help Phone does not accept unsolicited telephone calls, referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. Kids Help Phone will not consider unsolicited telephone calls, referrals and/or resumes from vendors including and without limitation, search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies. The submission of referrals or resumes by anyone other than a candidate directly to Kids Help Phone is not welcome. Unsolicited referrals and resumes sent to Kids Help Phone will be deemed gratuitous, and Kids Help Phone will not be obligated or bound in any way to pay a referral or any other fee if a person referred to us from a source other than a direct candidate is subsequently hired.&nbsp;#KDIND

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Bilingual Counsellor - Remote - Part-Time -  Outside QC/ONT

About DechintaThe Dechinta Centre for Research and Learning is an Indigenous land-based initiative delivering accredited post-secondary education and research experiences in the North.Led by northern Indigenous experts, Dechinta aims to engage students, researchers, and community members in transformative academic programs based on the unique needs of Indigenous communities in the North. Its work is centered around three main pillars: Land-based postsecondary accredited programs, research and creative practice, and community engagement.Vision :The Vision for Dechinta is threefold:<ul><li>to offer land-based culturally informed Indigenous educational programming designed and developed in the North, guided by the needs of communities;</li><li>to create innovative training and research programs that are central to the development of an emerging northern research and knowledge economy; and to work collaboratively with community members, Elders, and knowledge holders to offer support in creating programs that foster community well-being and cultural revitalization in the North</li></ul>Mission:At Dechinta, we are brought together by our care for the land, each other, and our desire to revitalize and practice Indigenous ways of knowing and being. Dechinta is dedicated to creating a future of Indigenous cultural revitalization through a reconnection with the land.Through our programs, we strive to create Northern Indigenous communities that are radically self-determining, healthy, sustainable, and connected to Indigenous knowledge and practices. We aim to ensure that the education we offer is accessible to all community members, including parents, youth, women, and Two Spirit and LGBTQ+ people. You can meet our team here.About the Managing Director roleThis is a meaningful opportunity for an individual who thrives in supporting teams and organizations as they navigate growth and organizational change. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will work closely with the Dechinta community and the Research &amp; Academic Director to advance strategic priorities and bring the organization’s vision to life.As the Managing Director, you will oversee day-to-day operational elements of the organization, ensuring that our values are reflected in all aspects of our internal policies and practices, and provide support and guidance to the management and staff team. You will use your people-centred approach, deep listening skills, and draw on your past experience to strengthen our internal operations, ensure strong financial and HR systems are in place, and help foster a resilient, inclusive workplace culture.Dechinta is at an important crossroad in its organizational journey, and in this role you will also work with the leadership team to support the organization in securing new short and long term funding relationships and exploring what’s needed to further deepen Dechinta’s impacts.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Strategic Leadership &amp; Governance<ul><li>Provide strategic leadership and direction aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.</li><li>In partnership with the Board of Directors, collaborate on the development and implementation of the strategic plan while ensuring budget, employees and organizational goals/objectives are aligned to mission and purpose.</li><li>Oversee the development and operationalization of multi-year strategic and annual work plans.</li><li>Cultivate a high trust and transparent working relationship with the Board with open communication about organizational performance and impact against stated goals.</li><li>Working with the Board, to help support the development of an engaged Board, that is representative of the community Dechinta serves.</li><li>Develop risk mitigation strategies and advise the Board on organizational liability and emerging risks.</li></ul>People Operations (HR) Leadership and Management<ul><li>Cultivate and centre northern Indigenous knowledge, values, and laws into how the organization does its work.</li><li>Create a nurturing and collaborative environment that builds intercultural understanding and an appreciation for differences</li><li>Guide organizational policy and framework development to support a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued.</li><li>Promote a workplace culture where conflict is met with curiosity, accountability, and care, fostering opportunities for growth and repair through culturally informed and transparent practices that build trust and strengthen relationships.</li><li>Oversee all aspects of the life cycle of employees from the development and execution of recruitment, retention, compensation &amp; benefits, training and development, recognition and evaluation strategies</li></ul>Financial &amp; Revenue<ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the Director of Finance, the Program Director, and the Academic &amp; Research Director.</li><li>Oversee the financial status of the organization, developing short and long-term financial plans that support the growth of the organization. Develop and monitor the budget, develop appropriate strategies to mitigate risks and address issues. Ensure sound financial controls in place and ensure the organization is operating in a manner that is aligned to mission, purpose while supporting the needs of the programs, faculty, and employees.</li><li>Support the leadership team with fundraising efforts and funder relations, and oversee the grant writing and report writing process, including mobilizing various team member inputs as relevant</li><li>Track submission of grant/funding deliverables and reporting, using software tools as appropriate.</li><li>Support audit process, and ensure compliance with bylaws, policies and all other statutory and regulatory requirements and identify and manage risks to organizational health.</li></ul>Operations Oversight<ul><li>Implement strategies that build the organizational capacity to achieve established goals and objectives while managing for future growth.</li><li>Develop and implement appropriate fiscal, operational, funding, marketing, human resources, and technology strategies across the organization so that there is organizational capacity to achieve established goals and objectives.</li><li>Oversee administrative and IT functions, supporting a hybrid/remote workplace environment.</li><li>Provide oversight and management of the facility and assets</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul><li>Prior experience in a leadership and people management capacity in a nonprofit/organization</li><li>Strong knowledge of cultural safety, trauma-informed approaches, and an ability to work closely with diverse Indigenous communities</li><li>A demonstrated ability to think strategically and implement plans to advance organizational priorities</li><li>Highly developed leadership, interpersonal, mentorship, and coaching skills with an ability to navigate and address conflicts with tact, nuance and empathy, and trauma-informed</li><li>Demonstrated success in managing budgets, operations, and teams in a mission-driven environment Prior experience in implementing fundraising strategies</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans and priorities</li><li>Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills to assess challenges, develop solutions and assess and mitigate risk</li><li>Excellent project management, interpersonal, and communication skills (English)</li><li>An understanding and knowledge of social, economic and political contexts that impact northern Indigenous communities</li><li>Experience working with northern Indigenous communities and realities</li><li>Your leadership and approach is guided by and anchored in northern Indigenous worldviews, laws, and values</li></ul>Assets:<ul><li>Certifications in wilderness first aid, mental health first aid, PAL</li></ul>Ability to hold a conversation in an Indigenous language relevant to Dechinta’s communitiesApplicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.Compensation &amp; Work EnvironmentSalary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 based on 37.5 hours per week * Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.Time Off &amp; Benefits:<ul><li>20 days of vacation per year, 10 wellness/sick days per year and access to paid culture and bereavement leave days.</li><li>Access to a defined-contribution pension or RRSP/TFSA matching plan (7% up to $10k/year)</li><li>Extended health and dental benefits</li></ul>Work Location:<ul><li>While the successful candidate is not required to live full time in Yellowknife or other parts of Northern Canada, they will ideally be able to work on a regular basis from Dechinta’s office in Yellowknife.</li><li>Travels within Northern Canada and to Ottawa are to be expected from time to time.</li><li>Dechinta is prepared to contribute to reasonable relocation costs for the selected candidate.</li></ul>Term: Full-timePosting Details<ul><li>The posting will be open until the position has been filled. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.</li><li>We strongly encourage applications from northern Indigenous candidates, especially those that identify as women, Two Spirit, folks living with disabilities, and/or of diverse sexual and gender identities.</li><li>If you don’t tick all the requirements outlined above but are deeply excited by this role, we would still love to hear from you.</li><li>If you require any accommodations for the job application process, do not hesitate to contact <a href="mailto:laetitia@eveningsandweekendsconsulting.com" target="_blank">laetitia@eveningsandweekendsconsulting.com</a>.</li></ul>Interview &amp; Selection ProcessPlease submit your application through our portal here. You will be asked to submit the following:<ul><li>Your resume</li><li>A letter of interest, which should include: Your understanding of the issues Dechinta addresses, what connects you to these issues, and what motivates you to join the organization</li><li>The relevant experience and/or skills you can contribute to Dechinta</li><li>Your connection to northern Indigenous communities</li></ul>You will also be asked to answer some questions through the application portal<ul><li>If you are legally entitled to work in Canada</li><li>Your postal code</li><li>If you are from a northern Indigenous community</li></ul>Pre-screening: Candidates will be pre-screened in collaboration with Dechinta by Evenings &amp; Weekends Consulting. This process may include scheduling a short introductory call with prospective candidates.First stage: Successful candidates will be invited to join a virtual first round of interviews. A second round of virtual interviews may be held if necessary.Second stage: Candidate(s) who successfully complete the first stage of interviews will be invited to meet the team and Elders in-person and may be expected to attend programming activities led by the team in Yellowknife.Note: Evenings &amp; Weekends Consulting and Dechinta may only be able to meet with applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process, but Evenings &amp; Weekends Consulting will provide an update on the outcome of the process to all applicants.About Evenings &amp; Weekends ConsultingEvenings &amp; Weekends Consulting was created to support emerging organizations, activist groups, charities, labour unions, academic institutions, and community groups by combining our experience and expertise with theirs, as we work together to solve problems, seize opportunities, and make good change happen.As a values-driven consultancy, we are committed to advancing equity, justice, and social change through ongoing collaboration.We recognize that every situation, campaign, initiative, and project is different, so we approach each with the uniqueness and curiosity that it deserves. 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