Executive Director

 

Description:

We are seeking an Executive Director who shares this larger vision and brings the following qualities:

  • Passionate about habitat conservation.
  • Strong financial acumen.
  • Energetic advocate for WHC’s Mission, building relationships with governments, Indigenous communities, non-government organizations (NGO’s), partners, and the general public.
  • Proactive and innovative in anticipating change, identifying emerging opportunities, and fostering creative solutions to manage change.
  • Collaborative approach with a history of building effective partnerships and strategic alliances with agencies, NGOs, businesses, and academia. A builder willing to take measured and well-thought-out risks.
  • Deep knowledge of the Canadian conservation landscape, including Indigenous-led conservation initiatives.
  • Open-minded, creative, and flexible, fostering trust among staff and partners.
  • Outstanding communication skills, especially verbal, with the public, key stakeholders/rights holders/partners, and the Board. A skilled listener is highly valued.
  • Solid leadership and management skills to support and nurture our strong core of 9 staff members, including promoting staff empowerment and professional development opportunities, and protecting their health and safety.
  • Committed to principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation with a strong team orientation.
  • Proven success in program development, including fundraising and promoting organizational entrepreneurship.
  • Understanding of Board Governance, and staff relationships.

 

Professional Qualifications

 

  • Several years of progressively responsible senior management experience in natural resource management or conservation, preferably in government or the non-profit sector.
  • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in natural resource management, business management or equivalent experience.
  • Strong budgeting skills, including budget preparation, analysis, contract administration, decision making and financial reporting.
  • Strong organizational abilities including strategic planning, delegating, program development and project management.
  • Ability to convey WHC’s strategic vision to staff, Board members, government agencies and donors.
  • Knowledge of fundraising strategies and donor relations in the non-profit sector.
  • Skills to collaborate with and motivate Board members and other volunteers.
  • Strong English written and verbal communication skills with public speaking proficiency. Bilingualism is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee and collaborate with staff.
  • Strong MS Office skills.

Organization Wildlife Habitat Canada
Industry Management Jobs
Occupational Category Executive Director
Job Location Toronto,Canada
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2024-10-01 1:43 pm
Expires on 2024-11-15