Strategic Director for Community Development

4 weeks ago


Grande Prairie, Canada Foundations For Life Full time

We are a nonprofit organization committed to fostering educational opportunities and community growth in Alberta's Rural communities and Peace Region.

About Us

Foundations For Life strives to make a meaningful impact by encouraging, equipping, and empowering students and the community.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to lead our organization toward continued success and growth as our Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities
  • Establish and oversee organizational objectives, policies, and programs aligned with our mission and values.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans that drive long-term sustainability and success.
  • Allocate material, human, and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs.

The Executive Director will be instrumental in setting strategic objectives, overseeing the implementation of policies and programs, and representing the organization in key negotiations and public functions. Establishing financial and administrative controls, overseeing promotional campaigns, and managing personnel planning are also essential duties.

Requirements
  • A university degree, preferably a Ph.D. in Social Sciences, Education, or a related field is highly desirable.
  • Specialization in a particular Social Sciences area and education or previous experience is an asset.
  • Several years of senior management experience in a similar industry, with a proven track record in strategic planning, policy development, and resource allocation.
  • Strong in strategic planning and financial acumen, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to lead and motivate teams effectively.
Work Environment

This full-time role may involve working on-site, hybrid, or require significant travel. The schedule is flexible, including potential evening, weekend, and on-call duties.

$30-$60 per hour or fixed monthly salary (to be negotiated)



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