Job Title: Executive Director
Reference: 00078-0001/BJ
Location: Kelowna, BC
Position Summary
Under the authority of the Board of Directors and in accordance with established policies and procedure, the Executive Director will assume the following tasks and responsibilities:
* Directing the overall operations, budgets and capital assets of the organization;
* Managing all permanent, part-time and contract staff and volunteers;
* Directing the overall programming of the organization;
* Promoting the organization and its programs in the media and to the general public, and managing the image of the organization in a senior public relations role;
* Developing and maintaining professional liaison with all levels of government.
Please go to this job posting on our website for the full job specification:
http://www.redefiningrecruitment.com/job-00078-0001.htm
Qualifications
Education
* University degree in a related field
Knowledge, skills and abilities
* Knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit/ voluntary organizations
* Knowledge of all federal and provincial legislation applicable to voluntary sector organizations including: employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, charities, taxation, CPP, EI, health coverage etc…
* Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization
* Knowledge of human resources management
* Knowledge of financial management
* Knowledge of project management
* Entrepreneurial perspective
Proficiency in the use of computers for:
* Word processing
* Financial management
* E-mail
* Internet
Personal characteristics
The Executive Director should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:
* Adaptability: Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.
* Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behaviour and business practices, and ensure that own behaviour and the behaviour of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
* Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
* Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
* Creativity/ Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.
* Focus on Client Needs: Anticipate, understand, and respond to the needs of internal and external clients to meet or exceed their expectations within the organizational parameters.
* Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with other to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
* Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.
* Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.
* Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.
* Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.
* Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
* Think Strategically: Assesses options and actions based on trends and conditions in the environment, and the vision and values of the organization.
Experience
* 5 or more years of progressive management experience as a Executive Director or senior manager, preferably in a voluntary sector organization
Working Conditions
* Executive Directors usually work in an office environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take them to non standard workplaces.
* Executive Directors work a standard work week, but additionally will often work evening, weekend and overtime hours to accommodate activities such as Board meetings and representing the organization at pubic events or meeting the requirements of the position.
To apply:
Go to this posting on our website for full details of the role and its responsibilities (http://www.redefiningrecruitment.com/job-00078-0001.htm) then email a resume and cover letter with 00078-0001/BJ in the subject line |
