President and Chief Executive Officer

3 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Korn Ferry International Full time
About the Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the British Columbia Council of Forest Industries (COFI) is a pivotal position that requires a strong leader to navigate the complexities of the forestry industry. As the face of the industry in BC, the CEO will balance industry interests with broader public needs, building partnerships with First Nations and other key stakeholders.

The CEO will drive strategic advocacy and consensus-building among COFI's members to align with evolving government policy and industry priorities. This includes working with key ministries, such as the Ministry of Forest, Lands and Natural Resources Operations, and the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.

The successful candidate will inherit a highly capable team with expertise in various fields, established relationships with stakeholders, and a strong management team. The CEO will be responsible for leading the organization, working on behalf of the Board of Directors, and ensuring the organization's credibility and influence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the organization and work on behalf of the Board of Directors to establish and uphold the appropriate governance and organizational structure.
  • Provide strategic and operational leadership to reduce uncertainty over access to economic timber and advocate for public policies that support sustainable prosperity.
  • Provide strategic leadership and engagement on opportunities to advance economic reconciliation with First Nations through new models for stewardship, governance, revenue sharing, equity partnerships, and shared initiatives on forest and community health and resilience.
  • Foster and promote industry performance that ensures BC maintains its reputation as a leading jurisdiction for sustainable forest management and conservation.
  • Develop current-year and medium-term strategic plans, strategies, activities, and metrics to execute on the organization's objectives.
  • Attract, retain, and direct a diverse team of senior leaders and external subject matter contractors with critical skills necessary to deliver on the strategic plan.
  • Liaise with member company leadership to ensure satisfaction with the organization's direction, delivery of core programs, and value for membership.
  • Engage with governments at the local, provincial, First Nations, national, and international level to inform and influence their perspectives and actions on issues of importance to the BC forest sector.
  • Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with key elected officials, public servants, municipal leaders, consular officials, union leaders, and First Nations leadership.
  • Develop and execute external communications and engagement strategies in support of industry priorities and objectives.
  • Act as the lead spokesperson for the industry to government, the public, and key stakeholders on effective responses to changes in policy, markets, and forest conditions.
  • Activate and leverage forest industry supply chains, communities, customers, investors, labour, and workforce to support public policies that enable BC producers to successfully compete for growing demand for low-carbon and sustainably produced building products and biomaterials.
  • Build coalitions and strong relationships with other associations and stakeholders across Canada and the US.
  • Oversight of the budget and financial position of the organization to ensure sufficiency of funding and balancing the need for effective program delivery while ensuring membership costs are reasonable.
  • Continuously review the value proposition of the organization and ensure that COFI evolves to meet the needs of a changing industry.
Requirements
  • Over 15 years' experience in progressively senior positions, with a strong mix of public policy expertise, senior leadership experience, and excellent communication skills.
  • Experience and credibility in a high-profile, high-stakes environment, with demonstrated experience building relationships with multiple diverse stakeholders, notably First Nations, government, and non-governmental organizations, unions, and community organizations.
  • Capable of becoming a leading advocate for the broad Canadian forestry sector to the public at-large, requiring an ability to engage and influence a broad diversity of stakeholders on a complex array of issues at all levels.
  • Proven track record building consensus amongst a diverse group of members, with the ability to engage directly and drive issues to conclusion.
  • Intimate knowledge of BC's unique ecosystem and stakeholders is strongly preferred.
  • Extensive experience handling media and public speaking, with a background in communications strategy and execution.
  • Prior experience interacting with Boards/CEOs is an important attribute, with the ability to advise the COFI Board on options and alternatives.
  • Executive presence and ability/willingness to stand up in the face of tough issues and critics.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Sees ahead of the curve and sets and executes the vision for COFI.
  • Comfortable working in a cross-cultural setting involving diverse First Nations.
  • Substantial leadership skills and an ability to attract, retain, and motivate employees and inspire a high level of productivity.
Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent relevant experience required. An MBA or other post-graduate education would be an asset.

Compensation

COFI offers a highly competitive compensation package, including base salary (CAD $250K-350K), short-term bonus, and benefits.

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