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.