Executive Director

Employment type: full time RAWQ is seeking to hire an Executive Director. The Executive Director reports to (and follows the directions of) the Board of Directors, and is responsible for the overall management and direction of the organization in accordance with its vision and mission. Overview The Executive Director provides oversight and overall management, planning, vision, and leadership for all aspects of the organization including program management, finance, resource development, human resources, member services, communications, and board support. The Executive Director assumes a leadership role and will be the face of the organization, partnering with collaborating businesses, foundations, government officials, other nonprofits, and supporters. The Executive Director works with the Board and Board Committees to establish vision, policies, strategic focus, priorities, and general scope of programs the association will deliver. Responsibilities Support and work with the Board of Directors The Executive Director will: Take direction from the Board of Directors and work with the Board to assure that the organization operates with a clear mission and a long-range strategic plan that is consistent with the mission. Provide leadership in developing the organization as an effective, high-quality not-for-profit organization that supports and connects the minority English-speaking communities in the Outaouais. The Executive Director will keep the Board informed informed on conditions, opportunities, issues, and challenges for the organization. Develop with the Board, on a yearly basis, a work plan to carry forward the strategic plans of the organization. Provide for the coordination of board meetings and communications. Serve as staff member to all Board Committees unless otherwise directed. Office Management Provide overall staff direction and supervision (directly supervise program management staff) Develop a yearly work plan with staff which includes goals, objectives, inputs and outcomes, and timeline for the programs and services to be carried out by the organization. Provide ongoing management to assure the organization stays within approved plans and budgets. Develop contracts with outside vendors, professional organizations, and capacity builders, and ensure effective performance. Represent the organization in negations with contractors. Effectively manage the human resources of the organization in a manner which supports a productive, professionally competent work force in an environment respectful of personal well-being and cultural diversity. Manage hiring, firing, and resolution of grievances, while keeping the board appraised. Manage Finance and Fundraising Develop annual budget and fundraising plan, submit to board for approval. Develop relationships and communicate with organization’s funders Identify grant opportunities and develop proposals. Comply with grant requirements. Produce required reporting to funding sources. Contract for and oversee annual audit. Monitor expenditures and income, plan for core budget self-sufficiency. Maintain capital assets of corporation. Develop and Coordinate Advocacy Efforts Develop advocacy strategy and submit to board for approval. Build relationships with state and local government officials. Develop relationships with provincial and national organizations involved in nonprofit issues. Management of Program and Member Services Oversee the development of programs and services as needed. Ensure program quality and consistency with organizational goals. Conduct surveys of participants where appropriate. Work with Board and staff to develop policies and SOPs for all program processes Oversee development and coordination of events and new programs, conference, workshops, publications, website, and endorsed service provider relationships. Develop and maintain corporate and business relationships. Qualifications Degree or commensurate experience in Nonprofit Management, Public Policy or equivalent Nonprofit management experience Understanding of and experience with capacity building programs Fundraising and communication skills Supervisory and personnel experience Financial management background Experience working with a board of directors Evidence of commitment to missions of the nonprofit sector This is a full-time position. Salary: $70,000 Regional Association of West Quebecers (RAWQ) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the belief that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity. Le directeur général relève du conseil d’administration et veille à la mise en œuvre de ses directives. Il est responsable de la gestion globale et de la direction de l’organisation, conformément à sa vision et à sa mission. Il assure la supervision, la planification et la coordination de l’ensemble des activités de l’organisation, notamment la gestion des programmes, les finances, la collecte de fonds, les ressources humaines, les services aux membres, les communications et le soutien au conseil d’administration. Il représente l’organisation auprès des entreprises partenaires, des fondations, des représentants gouvernementaux, des autres organismes sans but lucratif et des donateurs. En collaboration avec le conseil d’administration et ses comités, il contribue à définir la vision, les politiques, l’orientation stratégique, les priorités et les grandes lignes des programmes que l’association mettra en œuvre. Responsabilités 1. Soutien au conseil d’administration Appliquer les directives du conseil d’administration et collaborer avec celui-ci afin de veiller à ce que l’organisation poursuive une mission claire et une stratégie à long terme cohérente avec celle-ci. Assurer le leadership nécessaire au développement de l’organisation afin qu’elle demeure un organisme sans but lucratif efficace et de grande qualité, soutenant et reliant les communautés anglophones minoritaires de l’Outaouais. Tenir le conseil d’administration informé de la situation de l’organisati