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Our Business Lab is a free online workshop series for entrepreneurs interested in launching a business. The workshop series equips them with the tools needed to launch and run a profitable business. Participants will receive training and coaching to develop their ideas into viable business plans. The role of the session trainers is to develop and present specialized content related to small business. Topics are geared to new and small business entrepreneurs and individuals with limited to no business training. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering a two-and-a-half-hour workshop that is educational and engaging. ACCESS provides input to our workshop volunteers on general training topics that would be relevant to the needs of our clients. We, however, welcome the expertise of each volunteer to develop and design individual training sessions. Related Skills &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Experience as an entrepreneur, small business owner/advisor or with a business environment.</li><li>Experience delivering business or financial workshops/webinars for small businesses and the general public would be an asset.</li><li>Strong communication, interpersonal &amp; networking skills.</li><li>Public speaking and presentation skills.</li><li>Experience working with diverse cultural and socio-economic groups.</li><li>Second language an asset.</li></ul>Commitment: Will vary based on needs and availability. Workshop presenters can expect to participate in two or more presentations per year. &nbsp;

ACCESS Community Capital Fund

Volunteer Facilitator (Business Lab)  - Bookkeeping & Accounting  Facilitator

ACCESS Business Coaches play an important role in supporting clients who need help in developing and refining their business plans as well as developing specific skills to run their business more effectively. They facilitate small group topic-specific sessions and work one-to-one with clients. Business Coaches work with clients from the very early planning stages of their business as well as providing ongoing support as clients launch and grow their businesses. Related Skills &amp; Experience:<ul>	<li>Hands-on experience as a business owner/entrepreneur, with startups or advising small businesses and/or subject matter expertise relevant to supporting small business owners (e.g. online marketing, sales, product development, social media, accounting, etc.).</li>	<li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li>	<li>A good listener, empathetic, patient, non-judgmental, objective and client-centric.</li>	<li>Awareness of and/or interest/experience working with low-income and culturally diverse communities.</li>	<li>Second language an asset.</li></ul>Commitment:<ul>	<li>A minimum of 12 months involvement with ACCESS.</li>	<li>For small group coaching, a minimum of 4 sessions per year (1 hour/session).</li>	<li>Flexibility in time committed to working one-on-one with clients for business plan review based on their specific needs.</li></ul>Benefits and Impact<ul>	<li>Help ACCESS achieve its mission of eliminating barriers to achieve financial security.</li>	<li>Opportunity to connect and network with a community of like-minded professionals and entrepreneurs.</li>	<li>Empower individuals through the sharing of knowledge and skills.</li></ul>

Volunteer Business Coach (Bookkeeping  &  Accounting)

Volunteers will care for a puppy for a short term period in their own home.&nbsp; All volunteers must have a safe home space to house a puppy and the ability to care for a puppy's needs throughout the day.&nbsp; No minimum commitment required. Sitting periods may range from overnight, weekends to several weeks at a time.&nbsp; Orientation and training support provided by the organization.&nbsp; All food, vet care and equipment&nbsp;for the puppy will be provided during the sitting period.Apply at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autismdogservices.ca/index.php/volunteer/puppy-sitter" target="_blank">https://www.autismdogservices.ca/index.php/volunteer/puppy-sitter</a>

Autism Dog Services

Puppy Sitter

<h3>Position Overview</h3>The Operations Manager / Program Manager plays a key leadership role in ensuring the smooth execution of LandSeed’s programs, operations, and strategic initiatives. This role oversees daily operational functions, coordinates cross-departmental workflows, and ensures programs are delivered effectively and in alignment with the organization’s mission.The ideal candidate is an organized, adaptable, and mission-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment , someone capable of turning strategy into execution while maintaining operational excellence and impact measurement.<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>Oversee daily organizational operations, ensuring efficiency across programs and administrative functions.Develop and implement systems for tracking project timelines, deliverables, and outcomes.Maintain internal documentation, reporting structures, and compliance with policies and procedures.Support resource planning, budgeting, and allocation of team capacity.Manage and monitor ongoing programs, ensuring alignment with LandSeed’s mission and strategic goals.Work closely with leadership to design, plan, and launch new initiatives and partnerships.Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule.Collect, analyze, and present program data for performance evaluation and impact reporting.Facilitate team meetings, progress reviews, and interdepartmental coordination.Support a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.Liaise with external partners, funders, and community stakeholders as needed.Identify operational bottlenecks and propose scalable solutions.Contribute to developing frameworks, workflows, and tools that enhance program delivery and efficiency.<h3>Job Requirements</h3>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Project Management, or a related field (Master’s degree an asset).5+ years of experience in operations, project, or program management — ideally in nonprofit, social impact, or startup environments.Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and reporting processes.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.Detail-oriented with a focus on execution, accountability, and impact measurement.Passion for social innovation, sustainability, and community development.<h3>What We Offer</h3>Opportunity to work with a mission-driven, collaborative team making tangible community impact.Creative autonomy and leadership growth opportunities within a developing organization.Flexible schedule with potential transition from volunteer to paid role.Exposure to strategic partnerships, innovation projects, and data-driven community initiatives.

Landseed

Operations Manager / Program Manager

Autism Dog Services is seeking volunteer puppy raisers to foster a puppy for periods between&nbsp;6 -18 months.&nbsp; Shorter time periods are&nbsp;also be available.&nbsp; Raisers must be able to&nbsp;attend bi-weekly puppy training classes in one of the following locations:&nbsp;Guelph,&nbsp;Cambridge, Brantford or Ancaster.&nbsp; You must have access to a vehicle to attend training classes and vet appointments.&nbsp; Puppy raisers are responsible for socializing, training and caring for the puppies health and wellness while they are in their care.&nbsp; &nbsp;All food&nbsp;and approved vet care is provided.Please visit our website&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autismdogservices.ca/index.php/volunteer/foster-a-puppy" target="_blank">https://www.autismdogservices.ca/index.php/volunteer/foster-a-puppy</a>&nbsp;to apply or contact <a href="mailto:janine@autismdogs.ca" target="_blank">janine@autismdogs.ca</a> for more details.

Foster Puppy Raiser

The Human Resource team is responsible for the organization, performance, and the culture of our internship program. They also create strategies to recruit and retain a skilled and diverse group of interns and help current interns develop their professional skills. HR will communicate with applicants throughout the application, interview, and onboarding process. They help create an optimal work environment at Seaside by improving intern wellness and maintaining communication with current interns. Additionally, the team will be providing administrative support such as storing intern paperwork, confidential information, and connecting interns with project teams. At Seaside, the Human Resource team is split into three divisions, each led by a project manager.&nbsp; Preferred Qualifications for HR Interns:Interns should be comfortable with basic administrative skills (G Suite, email) and possess excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. We are looking for individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills. All HR Interns must also be able to work independently and in a team. SUB-TEAMS Applications and External Communications:<ul>	<li>Recruit potential interns and review applications</li>	<li>Conduct initial interviews with applicants</li>	<li>Collaborate with Management Fellows closely to fill open positions with talented candidates</li>	<li>Handle administrative tasks for the onboarding process&nbsp;</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Ability to objectively evaluate candidates on their skills and experience</li>	<li>Highly organized and process-oriented</li>	<li>Conducting interviews (not required but recommended)</li></ul>Internal Communications and Well-Being:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>Produce weekly internal newsletters for current interns using Mailerlite</li>	<li>Improve work culture and engage with current interns to enhance performance</li>	<li>Work with Management Fellows to conduct additional check-ins with interns and assist Fellows with some offboarding tasks for leaving interns</li>	<li>Conduct welcome orientations call with new interns and connect interns to their respective teams, personal fellows, and additional projects</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Good problem solving and critical thinking skills</li>	<li>Presentation skills</li>	<li>Eager to interact with other teams and fellows&nbsp;</li>	<li>Experience with Mailerlite (not required)</li></ul>Diversity and Professional Development Training:<ul>	<li>Update policies and guides if necessary</li>	<li>Develop a diverse, accessible, and inclusive workplace</li>	<li>Conduct research on cultural holidays, awareness dates, and diversity in sustainability</li>	<li>Collaborate with different teams to plan and host training sessions and workshops on topics relating to unconscious bias, privilege, professional development&nbsp;</li></ul>Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Research and presentation skills</li>	<li>Passion for bringing diversity to the field of sustainability&nbsp;</li>	<li>Comfortable with cross-functional collaboration</li>	<li>Experience in recruiting diverse talent</li>	<li>Knowledge of cultural competency</li></ul>Human Resource Project ManagersEach PM leads one division within a team. They work closely with the HR fellow to assign tasks to their divisional interns in weekly meetings.&nbsp;Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Have previous leadership experience and know how to lead a team (Not Required)</li>	<li>Must be organized, reliable, and possess strong communication skills</li></ul>Human Resource FellowThe HR Fellow works closely with the intern directors and other fellows to discuss updates relating to organizational change. The fellow will then meet with the PMs to coordinate these tasks to the general interns. They will also perform the general fellow tasks. Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Strong leadership skills</li>	<li>Commit longer working hours at Seaside</li>	<li>Ability to adapt to change and delegate tasks effectively</li>	<li>Open to feedback</li></ul> What is Seaside:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability is a nationally recognized, award-winning 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to community engagement, public education, and environmental conservation. Seaside aims to be a leader in environmental and STEM educational programs and recognition initiatives. We help by promoting public awareness about the importance of environmental health, providing resources to develop problem-solving skills, and chances to get engaged as part of a community to take action. We organize our works and initiatives around these areas: plastic mitigation, marine citizen science, sustainability education, and solar energy in the community. Why Intern at Seaside:&nbsp;Seaside’s internship program is hands-down one of the best in the area! With its roots firmly seated in education and hands-on learning, there is no doubt that that is why we have more than 50 interns at any given point throughout the year. Our programs and initiatives encourage members of the community, young and old, to build and nurture a relationship with local land and seascapes. An internship at Seaside allows you to explore a myriad of internship opportunities, relevant to almost any future interest. Join Seaside Sustainability for any season, or during breaks in your school schedule. We are looking for part-time interns in high school, college, and beyond to work on a diverse and challenging array of projects and initiatives. We are accepting applications for unpaid internships, with hours available any day of the week and practically any time of day: weekdays, weekends, and evenings included. We prefer to have our local interns work in person at the office in Gloucester, and we also invite interns from all over the United States and internationally to apply. Seaside Sustainability provides interns with real and meaningful work, and internships are available in any season with flexible time schedules.Mission:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability's mission is to preserve and protect the world's oceans, seas, wetlands, and estuaries by motivating citizens to evaluate the critical issues facing the water environment, educating the public on best practices for sustainability, and providing guidance for taking effective action. Among our most important areas of focus are the elimination of consumer plastics and the creation of educational programs for students of all ages. By partnering with diverse stakeholders, including educational institutions, environmental groups, and other organizations across the public and private sectors, Seaside Sustainability is committed to building an informed citizenry to address the sustainability of water-based ecosystems in communities around the world. Vision Statement:&nbsp;Seaside’s programs and initiatives encourage members of the community, of all ages, to build and nurture a relationship with local land and seascapes. We believe that environmental challenges can be overcome by instilling ethical and social responsibility into our existence. And we address these challenges by illuminating the heavy costs of environmental degradation by providing resources to develop skills, solutions, and community involvement. What Interns Do at Seaside Sustainability:&nbsp;Our interns are not limited to just one role; we encourage each intern to take advantage of the opportunity to explore a variety of roles and responsibilities. Our interns are never bored as they’re always given real and meaningful work that is essential to the day-to-day operation of the company. As an intern with Seaside Sustainability, you will be asked to perform a myriad of tasks, most of which can also be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.seasidesustainability.org/intern-details" target="_blank">https://www.seasidesustainability.org/intern-details</a>.&nbsp;Market Research Weekly Work:&nbsp;We have been working on collecting critical contact information on schools, educators, and administrators since 2017 in preparation to re-launch and manage our Green Scholars Program across the country!! To meet our weekly goals, all Seaside Sustainability interns are required to spend no more than 2-hours a week collecting this critical information! This activity is absolutely crucial to our program's success, hence why interns dedicate part of their weekly time commitment to its completion. We have developed an entire process that our interns are trained in to make it as easy as possible for you! Interns that are in Seaside Sustainability’s management are not required to do this weekly market research.Course Credit:&nbsp;Students may receive course credit for this internship. Staff will work with the intern’s school/advisor on achieving desired learning outcomes and completing all necessary paperwork. Requirements:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability requires interns to work at least 15 hours per week.&nbsp;&nbsp; And remember to check out our partner organization National STEM Honor Society for another great internship opportunity! President’s Volunteer Service Award:&nbsp;Seaside Sustainability is now certified to give out the “President’s Volunteer Service Award” to eligible interns. This award was created to, “recognize the important role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action, too.” This is a great achievement to put on your resume!&nbsp; What are the requirements for this award?<ol>	<li>	Must be a citizen of the United States or a lawful permanent resident	</li>	<li>	All hours must be completed within a 12-month period to be counted towards the final total	</li>	<li>	All hours must be tracked in Seaside’s weekly shift report to be counted	</li></ol>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement:&nbsp;Seaside recognizes that environmental issues are human issues, and therefore everyone has a right to be a part of the solution. Seaside is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes all participants irrespective of their gender, race, sexuality, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or socioeconomic status. The demographics of our internship program directly reflects the composition of our national outreach while the composition of our board more reflects the local composition of our communities. With the understanding that Environmental Issues disproportionately affect low income communities, minority communities, and communities of color, we are actively seeking to ensure that our environmental work, our projects, and programs are crafted in a way that both reflects and aids in combating the plight of minorities, of people of color, of economically challenged, and other disadvantaged individuals. General Skills Needed:<ul>	<li>Passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the environment</li>	<li>Good virtual communication skills&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>	<li>Comfortable working in teams&nbsp;</li>	<li>Good time management skills</li>	<li>Willingness to learn and work outside of their comfort zone&nbsp;</li>	<li>Basic knowledge of communication technology (G-Suite, Zoom, Email)&nbsp;</li>	<li>​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Leadership skills</li></ul>Management Roles: Project Managers Seaside Sustainability’s rapid growth is requiring the organization to look for enthusiastic students who wish to take their passion for the environment to the next level. To promote this, Seaside will provide Project Managers with a professionally guided internship that assists with intern management strategies and supports their aspirations for career development. PMs take the lead on more than 20 Seaside projects ranging from 2-10 team members working virtually. Being a Project Manager is truly a&nbsp;win-win&nbsp;situation: the environment benefits, interns benefit, and project managers gain invaluable experience. We are actively seeking to recruit college students, graduate students, and those with leadership experience to fulfill the role of a project manager. Interns at Seaside Sustainability may be promoted to the position of a project manager by exemplifying the characteristics of a model intern.&nbsp;Skills Needed:&nbsp;Project development, Task delegation, Superior organizational and communication skills Management Fellows Similar to the Project Manager position described above, a Fellow exemplifies organization, leadership, and communication skills and has the opportunity to lead a team of 3-10 interns in one of the teams above throughout their internship. This position is more demanding and requires someone with the ability to check emails and make phone calls outside of their regular working hours. The duties of this position include: interviewing applicants, onboarding new interns, meeting with interns 1:1 every other week, reporting to the Executive Director, and lastly, ensuring intern and project success. Intern Directors Seaside Sustainability’s internship program has been growing steadily since its creation, and now has the capacity to offer another management position to exceptional interns. Similar to the Project Manager position described above, a Fellow exemplifies organization, leadership, and communication skills and has the opportunity to lead a team of 3-10 interns in one of the teams above throughout their internship. This position is more demanding and requires someone with the ability to check emails and make phone calls outside of their regular working hours. The duties of this position include: interviewing applicants, onboarding new interns, meeting with interns 1:1 every other week, reporting to the Executive Director, and lastly, ensuring intern and project success. And remember to check out our partner organization National STEM Honor Society for another great internship opportunity!

Seaside Sustainability

Human Resources Volunteer Remote Internship

The Outreach Worker provides outreach and person-centred case management to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness to achieve their goals.

Progressive Housing Society - Burnaby, BC

Term Full/Part time Housing and Support Worker

<h3>Job&nbsp;Posting</h3>Cecil&nbsp;Community&nbsp;Centre is&nbsp;a&nbsp;not-for-profit,&nbsp;multi-service&nbsp;neighbourhood&nbsp;centre&nbsp;that&nbsp;offers&nbsp;a&nbsp;broad range of recreational, educational, social, cultural, and capacity-building programs to area residents.&nbsp;For over 40 years,&nbsp;the Centre has played a vital role in&nbsp;the&nbsp;lives of community members of all ages. Our centre provides programs and services for children, youth, adults and seniors.We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized person for the position&nbsp;of Executive Assistant. The&nbsp;Executive&nbsp;Assistant will&nbsp;play&nbsp;a&nbsp;key&nbsp;role&nbsp;in&nbsp;streamlining&nbsp;the&nbsp;Centre’s&nbsp;workflow as&nbsp;the&nbsp;link&nbsp;between various departments, employees, and external stakeholders.&nbsp;<h2>Position&nbsp;Summary</h2>The Executive Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Executive Director (ED) through administrative coordination, scheduling, document preparation, communications, and governance support. This position also liaises with community partners, staff, and Board members and ensures confidentiality, efficiency, and professionalism in all aspects of the ED’s office operations.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><h2>Administrative Support</h2><ul><li>Manage the Executive Director’s calendar, appointments, correspondence, and travel arrangements.</li><li>Prepare and edit reports, presentations, and communications on behalf of the ED.</li><li>Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and paper) for confidential documents and records.</li><li>Coordinate meetings, take minutes, and track action items.</li></ul><h2>Board and Governance Support</h2><ul><li>Assist in preparing and distributing Board and committee meeting materials.</li><li>Record and draft Board and committee meeting minutes.</li><li>Support compliance with governance, policy, and reporting requirements.</li></ul><h2>Operational Support</h2><ul><li>Assist with coordination of staff meetings, internal communications, and organizational projects.</li><li>Coordinate community or public events led by the Executive Director or Centre.</li></ul><h2>Communications</h2><ul><li>Draft professional correspondence, memos, and announcements.</li><li>Serve as a liaison between the ED’s office and internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times.</li></ul> Education&nbsp;and&nbsp;Experience:<h2>Qualifications and Experience:</h2><ul><li>Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Office Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 3–5 years of progressive administrative experience, preferably in a nonprofit, government, or community service environment.</li><li>Experience supporting senior leadership or Boards of Directors.</li><li>Familiarity with community-based organizations, social services, or public sector operations is an asset.</li></ul><h2>Knowledge and Skills Required:</h2><ul><li>Strong knowledge of office administration and executive support best practices.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Teams, and document management tools.</li><li>Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li>Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive environment.</li><li>Knowledge of nonprofit governance, record keeping, and reporting procedures is an asset.</li></ul>Hours&nbsp;and&nbsp;Wages:&nbsp;35&nbsp;hours/week.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;non-union&nbsp;permanent,&nbsp;full-time position with a salary range of &nbsp;$55,000 – $65,000 annually,&nbsp;commensurate with experience.&nbsp;Deadline for applications is: November 7, 2025 at 11:59pmPlease&nbsp;send&nbsp;your&nbsp;resume&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;covering&nbsp;letter that&nbsp;describes&nbsp;how&nbsp;your&nbsp;skill&nbsp;set&nbsp;and&nbsp;recent experience make you a qualified candidate for this position to:The&nbsp;Hiring Committee,&nbsp;Cecil&nbsp;Community Centre 58 Cecil StreetToronto,&nbsp;ON,&nbsp;M5T&nbsp;1N6Email:<a href="mailto:jobs@cecilcentre.ca" target="_blank">jobs@cecilcentre.ca</a>&nbsp;<a href="http://www.CecilCentre.ca/" target="_blank">www.CecilCentre.ca</a>Cecil Community Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual preference, physical or mental disability, or age. In addition, Cecil Community Centre&nbsp;is&nbsp;committed&nbsp;to&nbsp;providing&nbsp;accommodations&nbsp;for&nbsp;people&nbsp;with&nbsp;disabilities&nbsp;in&nbsp;accordance&nbsp;with provincial legislation.While,&nbsp;we&nbsp;wish&nbsp;to&nbsp;acknowledge&nbsp;all&nbsp;applicants,&nbsp;only&nbsp;those&nbsp;selected for&nbsp;an&nbsp;interview&nbsp;will&nbsp;be contacted.

Cecil Community Centre

Executive Assistant

About the Role&nbsp;Reporting to the Program Director, Community Learning and Engagement, this role will take a lead in identifying, planning and implementing suicide bereavement services and programming. A vital aspect of this role is collaboration with those who have experienced suicide loss to identify, prioritize and support existing and new bereavement initiatives. The Coordinator, Bereavement, will help organize and facilitate support for suicide loss connection events and will support the Crisis Centre’s bereavement services overall. This role will be 20 hours per week. Hours will be flexible with some evening and weekend hours expected to support programming.What You’ll Do&nbsp;● In collaboration with other department Coordinators, ensure the continued smooth delivery of already established bereavement programming&nbsp;● In collaboration with a Bereavement Advisory Group formed by suicide loss survivors, identify needs/gaps and opportunities for community-based programming to support grief, loss and connection.&nbsp;● Facilitate or co-facilitate bereavement support events both in-person and online&nbsp;● Respond to community inquiries related to support and resources for recently bereaved community members&nbsp;● Research bereavement programming through engagement with survivors of suicide loss as well as research and implementation in other jurisdictions.&nbsp;● Contribute to the creation of new resources for the suicide-bereaved community&nbsp;● Support other bereavement-related activities as required.&nbsp;● Work collaboratively with Crisis Centre’s staff and community partners; attend regular meetings.&nbsp;● Ensure program objectives are met in a manner consistent with the quality of service and care for which the Crisis Centre is well known.To see the full job ad and learn how to apply, see here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/who-we-are/careers/" target="_blank">https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/who-we-are/careers/</a>

Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC

Coordinator, Bereavement

Job Description - Executive Director&nbsp;Reports to: Board of Directors&nbsp;Type: Full-Time (35 hours/week)Compensation: $50,000 - $60,000 with extended health benefits.&nbsp;Organization Overview:&nbsp;Centre A was founded in 1999 and is Canada’s only public gallery devoted to contemporary Asian and Asian diasporic art. Our mission is to uplift globalized Asian experiences through contemporary art, multi-disciplinary practices, and critical engagement and dialogue. Our values are to lead with compassion, empathy, and respect in our pursuit to uplift and represent diverse voices. We pursue our mission by producing exhibitions of contemporary Asian art, developing innovative public programs, and creating ongoing learning opportunities for artists, cultural workers and organizations.Centre A is a unionized workplace with a collective agreement as part of the Arts and Cultural Workers Union, IATSE B-778. (<a href="https://www.lrb.bc.ca/collective-agreements?employer=contemporary%20asian&amp;industries=All" target="_blank">Collective Agreement - document</a>).Position Summary:The Executive Director will be reporting directly to the Board of Directors and work alongside the Artistic Director who develops, implements, and manages the creative programming of the organization. They will be responsible for organizational leadership, operations, planning, human resources, financial management and community relations. The successful candidate will have experience working with arts and culture / non profit organizations, labour relations experience and have strong progressive values.&nbsp;Overview of Duties:Leadership<ul><li>Manage the overall strategic direction of Centre A’s administration and programming</li><li>Work with the Board of Directors and staff to fulfill the objectives of the Strategic Plan 2024-2027&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with key stakeholders to advance Centre A’s mission, values, and strategic&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; plan</li><li>Establish a positive, inclusive, healthy and safe work environment for staff, volunteers and board members</li></ul>Operations and Planning<ul><li>Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors including reporting, supporting its committees, and liaising between staff and external parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Identify and evaluate risks to the organization’s people, property, finances, perception and implement measures to control risks.</li><li>Coordinate maintenance and repairs of facilities, exhibitions, and other infrastructure.</li><li>Maintain administrative organizational systems, archiving, and office resources.</li><li>Responsible for reviewing, approving, and signing any notes, agreements and other instruments made and entered on behalf of Centre A.</li></ul>Human Resources<ul><li>Oversee the recruitment, selection, training and termination of staff and volunteers.</li><li>Maintain a positive, inclusive, healthy, and safe work environment for one (1) full-time staff (Artistic Director), several part-time contract staff, and student workers and volunteers.&nbsp;</li><li>In collaboration with staff, develop administrative processes and forms including human resources policies, contracts, and artist agreements.</li><li>Determine staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery.</li><li>Work collaboratively with the Union, staff and Board to follow and implement the collective agreement.&nbsp;</li></ul>Financial Management&nbsp;<ul><li>Work with the Board to develop, implement, and oversee the operating budget, program budgets and annual audit.</li><li>Manage day-to-day financial transactions and cash flow, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, remittances, and reporting.</li><li>Prepare and submit operation and project grants applications, interim reports, and final reports for public and private sources of funding.</li><li>Ensure effective and efficient financial processes and systems with input from the auditor, bookkeeper and Finance Committee.</li><li>Prepare, review and analyze monthly financial reports with the Board Treasurer.</li></ul>Revenue Generation/Fundraising<ul><li>Work with the Board and Fundraising Committee to secure funding and investigate new sources of revenue through grants, donor cultivation and sponsorship activities.</li><li>Ensure Centre A maintains strong and positive relationships with funders and sponsors.</li><li>Manage fundraising and sponsorship campaigns.</li><li>Cultivate and maintain a steady donor database.&nbsp;</li></ul>Marketing and Community Relations<ul><li>Act as a spokesperson for Centre A</li><li>Cultivate and steward relationships and partnership with members, community groups, peer organizations and stakeholders</li><li>Extend Centre A’s audience reach via strategic communications and public relations</li><li>Produce clean and professional copy, press releases, and other written materials</li><li>Oversee the development and implementation of digital and social media strategies to enhance the profile of the organization</li></ul>Role Qualifications<ul><li>Must have a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts from a Canadian institution and a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts.</li><li>Entrepreneurial experience is highly encouraged, including incorporating and setting up the legal and physical structures needed to operate a small business and institution.</li><li>5-7 years of management experience or equivalent combination of training and experience within the non-profit and cultural sector</li><li>5-7 years of curatorial experience or equivalent combination of training and experience within the non-profit and cultural sector</li><li>Must have knowledge of print media, artists’ books, rare books, and art publications</li><li>Must have knowledge and commitment to contemporary Asian art and its concerns</li><li>Must have knowledge of academic libraries and archives</li><li>Must have experience working in progressive and grassroots cultural spaces and its intersections with equity, access, and social justice</li><li>Must have knowledge of the national and local Asian Canadian and Vancouver art scenes. An understanding of the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown is a strong asset.</li><li>Demonstrated skills in financial management and control&nbsp;</li><li>Demonstrated success in grant writing and knowledge of funding structures</li><li>Superior organizational and administrative skills, detail-oriented focus and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects</li><li>Proven ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, networking, public speaking skills to represent the organization</li><li>Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively at all levels of operation in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Knowledge of one or more Asian languages and French is a strong asset</li><li>Strong systems thinking and proficiency in using and leveraging software and technology to build organizational capacity and efficiency</li><li>Flexibility to work occasional weekends and evenings</li><li>A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is mandatory&nbsp;</li><li>Candidate must be located in Vancouver, British Columbia&nbsp;</li><li>While all qualified candidates will be considered, preference will be given to those with the cultural competency to work with the constituents that Centre A serves</li></ul>Personal Skills&nbsp;<ul><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication, including being highly adept with service calls via phone and in person, as well as through web tools, text message, email, etc.</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks, projects, and priorities effectively.</li><li>Able to work ethically and with respect with multiple stakeholders including staff, Board members, and community members.</li><li>Working knowledge of labour relations, experienced working in a unionized environment.&nbsp;</li><li>Discretion with confidential information.</li></ul>Working Conditions<ul><li>The gallery and office is located at Unit 205, 268 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC in the Sun Wah Centre within the Chinatown / Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood</li><li>The gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the building with access to an elevator</li><li>There may be work hours in evenings and weekends due to board meetings and gallery events</li></ul>How to applyPlease visit here: <a href="https://centrea.org/2025/10/08/ed-job-posting/" target="_blank">https://centrea.org/2025/10/08/ed-job-posting/</a> for instructions on how to apply.

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