Executive Director, Canada

Start Date:
As agreed

Location:
Flexible along the West Coast of Canada

Employment Type:
Full-time

About Wilderness International

Wilderness International is a global conservation network dedicated to the permanent protection of highly valuable, intact wilderness areas. Through the legally secure purchase of temperate rainforest and threatened ecosystems, we ensure these landscapes are safeguarded for future generations.

• Wilderness International Canada
  is a Canadian registered charity that protects temperate rainforests on the West Coast.
• Wilderness International Germany
  raises awareness and funding across Europe, leading education and outreach campaigns.
• Wilderness International Peru
  works in the Amazon rainforest, protecting biodiversity and collaborating with local communities.

Together, these sister organizations combine resources and expertise to maximize global conservation impact.

Your Role

As Executive Director, you will lead Wilderness International Canada with vision, integrity, and passion for wilderness protection. You will oversee strategy and operations while ensuring strong collaboration with our partners in Germany and Peru. This leadership role combines organizational management, fundraising, corporate partnerships, community engagement, and advocacy. You will serve as an ambassador for Wilderness International Canada and help shape its future growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Provide overall leadership and direction in line with global goals.
• Represent Wilderness International Canada publicly with partners, government, and media.
• Collaborate with sister organizations in Germany and Peru to ensure alignment and joint impact.

Conservation & Advocacy

• Lead conservation projects in Canada and share knowledge internationally.
• Advocate for policies, partnerships, and actions that protect wilderness.

Partnerships & Fundraising

• Build and expand strategic, long-term corporate partnerships that align with sustainability and conservation goals.
• Collaborate, nurture and support of existing and new partnerships.
• Develop creative cooperation concepts that empower partners to communicate their sustainability commitments transparently and effectively.
• Collaborate with communications teams to highlight partnerships and increase visibility in the corporate sector.
• Help the Board of Directors to ensure financial sustainability through grants, sponsorships, and diverse funding streams.

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Build relationships with Indigenous communities, donors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee communications, events, and outreach to strengthen community engagement.
• Represent the organization at conferences, events, and public forums.

Organizational Management

• Oversee financial management, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with legal and governance requirements.
• Support team growth and cross-functional collaboration across international teams (Canada, Germany, Peru).

Your Skills and Experience

• 4+ years of leadership/management in non-profits, conservation, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor relations, and corporate partnerships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Cross-cultural competence and ability to work with diverse communities.
• Passion for wilderness protection and sustainability.

What We Offer

• A mission-driven role in an international conservation network.
• A supportive and passionate Board of Directors dedicated to your success and the organization's growth.
• Direct contribution to permanent wilderness protection.
• Flexible work arrangements and remote options.
• Participation in team expeditions to protected wilderness areas.
• Opportunities for some international travel.
• A collaborative, motivated team with a flat hierarchy.
• Salary range: CAD $75,000 – $85,000 annually, based on experience.

Application

Are you ready to lead Wilderness International Canada and protect some of the planet's last wild places?

Please send your resume and cover letter to - with the subject line:

"Executive Director Application – Wilderness International Canada."

We look forward to your application.