Executive Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Act as the chief executive and representative for ISCBC

• Report directly to the Board Chair and maintain accountability to the Board of Directors

• Lead a team of over 20 staff through a management team of direct reports

• Collaborate with the Board to establish the organization's strategic direction

• Enhance the resources that support the organization's initiatives

• Safeguard natural environments from rural areas to urban landscapes across BC and beyond

• Foster partnerships and raise awareness with Indigenous communities, government entities, industry stakeholders, funders, and local communities

• Equip and assist in on-the-ground efforts to mitigate the spread and effects of invasive species

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of senior leadership experience in a nonprofit, public-sector, Indigenous, environmental, natural resource, or similarly complex organization

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

• Proven experience in leading managers and managing budgets, audits, and risk assessments

• Established history of forming partnerships with governments, Indigenous communities, industry representatives, and funders

• Experience in securing grants, sponsorships, or other forms of funding

• Knowledge of invasive species is highly advantageous

• Submission of a resume and responses to screening questions is required

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• RRSP contributions

• Flexible working hours

• Remote work options / choice of a community in BC

• Opportunities for travel to engage with partners and the Board as part of the role