Executive Director
Job No:
264299
Location:
Cochrane, AB
- An exceptional organization with a firm commitment to our animals and community
- Become a key part of a forward-thinking, inclusive, and diverse team that values every perspective
- Earn a competitive salary of $110k-120k/year, and comprehensive benefits!
About Cochrane & Area Humane Society
The Cochrane & Area Humane Society (CAHS) provides food, shelter, medical care, and the opportunity for adoption to unwanted, surrendered, lost, and unclaimed animals while promoting responsible pet ownership through our educational programs, rural spay/neuter programs, and public fundraising events.
The CAHS staff and volunteers strive to find loving homes for all the animals that come into our care. We work hard at socializing the shelter animals, offering playtime for the cats daily, and teaching the dogs basic obedience and manners so that the transition into a new home is easy for everyone. Our staff knows that when a well-socialized animal is placed in a good home, the result is a successful and permanent adoption.
If you are passionate about animal welfare and wish to become part of a caring, compassionate team working for an important cause, consider a career with CAHS!
To learn more about us, please visit: cochranehumane.ca/
About the Opportunity
CAHS has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Executive Director, based in Cochrane, AB. This is a full-time position (Monday-Friday), with 7 direct reports.
As the Executive Director, you hold the pivotal role responsible for CAHS's overall success. Entrusted with realizing the organization's mission, vision, and strategic plan, you lead our governance efforts. Your role demands the provision of effective leadership, alongside the management and oversight of organizational planning, administration, stakeholder relations, financial strategies, strategic plan execution, and risk mitigation. Key among your responsibilities is the cultivation of donor relations and fundraising initiatives. You report directly to the Board, ensuring alignment and accountability at every level.
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop, implement, lead, and communicate the strategic plan to internal and external stakeholders in accordance with the Society’s mission, bylaws and policies
- Provide the Board with written reports based on data and sound analysis, in addition to verbal reports and discussions to support effective decision-making by the Board
- Plan, formulate, and recommend policies and programs for the approval of the Board that will further CAHS goals and objectives
- Demonstrate a strategic and forward-looking approach in identifying service and program gaps and the creation of solutions that will address changing and new client needs
- Manage and develop a long-term and financially viable advocacy and program expansion strategy that includes new models and strategic partnerships
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance in developing, implementing, and evaluating a long-term plan that will diversify funding, increase reserves, and enhance the financial strength and sustainability of the organization
- Identify, maintain, and develop strong and positive relationships with existing/potential donors, and potential sponsors, including corporate/business partners
- Be the face of the organization in the community through ongoing communication about CAHS and the quality of programs and services we provide
- Ensure there are enough qualified staff resources to effectively achieve the strategic objectives of the organization as determined by the Board
- Oversee the provision of staff professional development, performance feedback, and evaluation to enhance delivery against CAHS goals and objectives and to promote job satisfaction and staff retention
- Oversee effective business systems and processes to ensure sustainable infrastructure is in place
- Prepare annual operating plans that align with the strategic plan, and develop and regularly report on key performance metrics to the Board
- Develop and submit annual budgets for approval by the Board and ensure expenditures remain within the parameters of established budgetary guidelines
- Identify and understand the significant risk to which CAHS is exposed and establish prudent risk management policies and procedures for effective management of such risks
More About You
To qualify, you must have a minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership/people management roles and fundraising experience, ideally in a not-for-profit environment. A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are also required for this role.
The following skills and experience will be strong assets:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, or equivalent experience
- Experience reporting to a Board of Directors
- Experience with fundraising and donor relations
- Experience with budgeting, public speaking, public relations, and media relations
- Proficiency in managing employees, volunteers, and other stakeholder relations
As our ideal candidate, you are a visionary leader with strong decision-making ability, critical thinking skills, and exceptional problem-solving capabilities. You possess outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, coupled with proven leadership and collaboration skills, enabling you to guide our team with confidence and empathy. Your adaptability, innovation, and strategic thinking are key to driving CAHS forward, ensuring we achieve our mission while embracing opportunities for growth and improvement.
About the Benefits
In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will receive a competitive salary of $110k-120k/year, negotiable dependent on experience, along with a great host of benefits, including:
- Extended health and dental insurance
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Negotiable vacation dependent on experience
- RRSP with employer matching (up to 6% based on tenure)
- And more!
If you are interested in progressing your career and contributing to a meaningful organization, apply today!