President and Chief Executive Officer

4 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette Full time

Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care entity in Atlantic Canada and proud to be a place of “firsts.” When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, Northwood is empowered to lead; because the focus is on people, not on profit margins.

Serving over 6,500 people Northwood has distinguished itself for over 55 years as Nova Scotia’s dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change. The organization is recognized both at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, which we like to call the power of love

Northwood is seeking the next President and Chief Executive Officer to play the lead role in spearheading this beloved and growing organization ensuring the continued excellent provision of people and family centered quality care.

Reporting to the Board of Governors, the Chief Executive Officer is responsible for:

  • Providing expert guidance and analysis to drive long-term quality service and program opportunities both within and external to the organization.
  • Interpreting and effectively championing the vision, values, and mission throughout the organization.
  • Leading the implementation of corporate ends and monitoring organizational success in achieving outcomes while ensuring compliance with policy.
  • Provide guidance and advice to the Board of Governors, aiding in the fulfillment of governance and oversight functions.
  • Maintaining inter/intra governmental relations to enhance the organization’s sustainability and accountability framework.
  • Collaborating with Government to influence strategies and solutions needed to respond to current and future challenges and opportunities.
  • Working collaboratively with Foundation staff to advance fundraising initiatives and fulfill the Foundation Committee/Board's mandate.
  • Acting as the chief spokesperson for the organization(s) to the public and media.
  • Engaging in advocacy efforts to represent the organization's interests externally, keeping stakeholders informed on pertinent issues within the healthcare delivery system's mandate.
  • Liaising with integrated healthcare systems and educational institutions to support system sustainability and maintain relevant linkages.
  • Championing Northwood's interests within the healthcare industry, advocating for innovation and best practices.
  • Cultivating relationships with community members, healthcare leaders, education partners, politicians, and government officials to promote collaboration and support organizational objectives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are a dynamic and ethical leader who embodies a commitment to excellence in all aspects of organizational management and during this unique time of change and unprecedented infrastructure renewal. You demonstrate a strong understanding and adherence to legal requirements, professional ethics, and industry standards while aligning your actions with the vision, mission and core values of Northwood. You have extensive progressive leadership experience along with a track record of demonstrated strategic planning and you excel in identifying and cultivating talent within the management team. With your strategic implementation skills, you deftly translate strategic priorities into actionable plans to achieve Northwood’s goals efficiently and effectively.

With your financial acumen, you possess an ability to operate a business substantially dependent on government funding while identifying revenue generation and cost optimization, ensuring the fiscal health of Northwood remains strong. You have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal and effortlessly engage and collaborate with a diverse range of individuals including the Board, staff, volunteers, clients and families.

Northwood is a vibrant community that includes everyone who is touched by our service; employees, volunteers, residents, tenants and clients. As an organization, we believe all people deserve to be treated with dignity, honesty and respect.

An expression of our belief is Northwood’s commitment to equity and diversity in areas of employment, service and human interaction. Northwood recognizes that every individual brings unique capabilities, personal beliefs, individual aspirations and their own life experiences to the organization. Northwood commits to working with everyone in our community to create an environment which is based on inclusiveness.

KBRS will provide support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact accommodate@kbrs.ca or communicate your needs to our team.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. Description Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. DescriptionHealth Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. DescriptionHealth Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. DescriptionHealth Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • Executive Assistant

    7 days ago

    Halifax, Canada NSCAD University Full time

    The Executive Assistant, President's Office is responsible for providing support for all aspects of the President's mandate and duties. The position is responsible for a full range of confidential administrative, planning, organizational and clerical responsibilities and regularly makes office decisions to meet the requirements of the President's Office...

  • Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, NS, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. Description Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • President and Chief Executive Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette Full time

    Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care entity in Atlantic Canada and proud to be a place of "firsts." When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care. From new ideas to new technologies, Northwood is empowered to lead; because the focus is on people, not on profit...

  • Chief Operating Officer

    1 month ago

    Halifax, Canada KBRS Full time

    **Chief Operating Officer - Halifax Partnership** **Halifax Partnership **(the Partnership)** **is Halifax's public-private economic development organization. Its purpose is to provide leadership and excellence in accelerating economic prosperity so that all businesses, residents, and communities have an opportunity to contribute to and benefit from...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    1 month ago

    Halifax, Canada Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA or the Agency) Full time

    **Chief Executive Officer, Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency** Founded in 2014, the **Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency** (NSAA or the Agency) is a part of the Province of Nova Scotia's Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration and operates and stewards a responsive and accessible trades training system for the province of Nova Scotia. Committed to...

  • Executive Director

    3 weeks ago

    Halifax, NS, Canada Health Association of Nova Scotia and Igility Full time

    HANS and igility is seeking the next Transformational President and Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through this exciting next phase of transformation and reimagining with steadfast commitment to the organization’s long-term success. Description Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based...

  • President

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Atlantic School of Theology Full time

    Atlantic School of Theology (AST) is an ecumenical, publicly funded, university of theology and Christian ministry in Nova Scotia. It was founded in 1971 by the ecumenical work of three institutions: the Divinity Faculty of King’s College (Anglican Church of Canada), Holy Heart Theological Institute (The Roman Catholic Episcopal Corporation of Halifax),...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada Saint Vincent’s Nursing Home Full time

    **Chief Executive Officer (CEO)** **Permanent, Full Time** **Halifax, NS** **_ About Saint Vincent's _**: - Saint Vincent's Nursing Home is a not-for-profit, community-governed, accredited continuing care center located in the heart of Halifax. We pride ourselves on our commitment to consistently live our core values of caring, collaboration, respect,...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada VenorTalent Full time

    Giving extraordinary kids a chance to be ordinary.Brigadoon Village is the largest pediatric medical camp facility in Canada and offers over 30 camp programs, each of which is designed to accommodate a health condition or other life challenge. Although Brigadoon has a long history comprised of growth and change, each new initiative is guided by the values...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Halifax, Canada VenorTalent Full time

    Giving extraordinary kids a chance to be ordinary.Brigadoon Village is the largest pediatric medical camp facility in Canada and offers over 30 camp programs, each of which is designed to accommodate a health condition or other life challenge. Although Brigadoon has a long history comprised of growth and change, each new initiative is guided by the values...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    1 month ago

    Halifax, Canada VenorTalent Full time

    Giving extraordinary kids a chance to be ordinary.Brigadoon Village is the largest pediatric medical camp facility in Canada and offers over 30 camp programs, each of which is designed to accommodate a health condition or other life challenge. Although Brigadoon has a long history comprised of growth and change, each new initiative is guided by the values...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    1 day ago

    Halifax, Canada Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting Full time

    Chief Financial Officer – Parts for Trucks Parts for Trucks, Inc. is a premier retailer and distributor in the commercial vehicle aftermarket, specializing in a comprehensive array of parts and services for all makes of trucks and trailers. Established in 1919, the company has cultivated a reputation for excellence over a century, providing not just parts...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    2 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting Full time

    Chief Financial Officer - Parts for Trucks Parts for Trucks, Inc. is a premier retailer and distributor in the commercial vehicle aftermarket, specializing in a comprehensive array of parts and services for all makes of trucks and trailers. Established in 1919, the company has cultivated a reputation for excellence over a century, providing not just parts...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    5 hours ago

    Halifax, Canada Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting Full time

    Chief Financial Officer - Parts for Trucks Parts for Trucks, Inc. is a premier retailer and distributor in the commercial vehicle aftermarket, specializing in a comprehensive array of parts and services for all makes of trucks and trailers. Established in 1919, the company has cultivated a reputation for excellence over a century, providing not just parts...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    2 days ago

    Halifax, Canada Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting Full time

    Chief Financial Officer - Parts for Trucks Parts for Trucks, Inc. is a premier retailer and distributor in the commercial vehicle aftermarket, specializing in a comprehensive array of parts and services for all makes of trucks and trailers. Established in 1919, the company has cultivated a reputation for excellence over a century, providing not just parts...

  • Chief Financial Officer

    15 hours ago

    Halifax, Canada Royer Thompson Management & Human Resources Consulting Full time

    Chief Financial Officer – Parts for Trucks Parts for Trucks, Inc. is a premier retailer and distributor in the commercial vehicle aftermarket, specializing in a comprehensive array of parts and services for all makes of trucks and trailers. Established in 1919, the company has cultivated a reputation for excellence over a century, providing not just parts...