Small Change Fund

Job Posting: President
Organization: Small Change Fund
Location: Hybrid / Remote within Canada

About the job

Reports to: Board of Directors
Salary Range: $180,000 – $220,000 per year
Start Date: March 2026 (anticipated)

About Small Change Fund

Small Change Fund acts as a catalyst for individuals and grassroots organizations to improve the environment, reduce poverty, and promote reconciliation efforts across Canada, working with Indigenous Peoples to support the protection of their lands, waters and communities.

We are a capacity support engine and have helped more than 300 organizations across the country, the majority tackling environmental and climate-related issues.

Our award-winning crowdfunding platform is the core of our operations, and we provide our support and expertise in campaigning, government relations, fundraising and communications. We amplify our partners’ impact to achieve success.

We also develop our own projects, which include: Hot Globe, a comedy series about climate change aimed at disrupting the same old climate communications; Get On The Bus, a national movement to inspire a youth transit revolution; the Public Voice Fund, which funds environmental groups to engage government relations experts in influencing decision-makers; and Greenbelt Champions, a campaign that rallied the Ontario public to (successfully) protect the Greenbelt from being carved up for development.

With a diverse, inclusive staff of 40+ experts working across Canada in both official languages and several Indigenous ones, we have deep professional and lived experience in our core mission areas.

Our invitation to anyone who wants to change something is simple: Bring your change here.

The Opportunity

Small Change Fund is poised for an important new chapter. Building on eighteen years of impact and a strong national reputation, we are seeking a President who will guide the organization’s next phase with clarity, care and vision. The President will bring seasoned leadership to a high-performing team, ensuring that Small Change Fund continues to deliver meaningful results for communities and the environment across Canada. They will champion fundraising excellence, nurture strong partnerships, and foster a healthy, inclusive workplace — positioning the organization for long-term strength and resilience.

Looking ahead, Small Change Fund is entering a period of purposeful growth — refining its strategy, broadening its reach, and investing in the capacity to meet complex community and environmental challenges. It’s an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished leader to harness this momentum and shape the organization’s next stage of impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to develop and implement a clear, achievable strategic plan.
• Balance innovation with operational discipline, ensuring the organization's goals are sustainable and aligned with mission and values.
• Serve as a key liaison between the Board, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Work in close partnership with the Chair and Board of Directors to ensure effective governance, clarity of roles, and a collaborative decision-making environment.
• Act as a thought leader and convenor within Canada's environmental and philanthropic community, contributing to dialogue and policy on sustainability, equity, and community-led change.

2. Fundraising & Donor Stewardship 

• Lead fund development efforts - including donor relations, major gift cultivation, corporate partnership development, institutional fundraising and digital campaigns to sustain annual revenues and long-term stability.
• Maintain and deepen relationships with existing funders while diversifying funding sources.
• Ensure the organization maintains the trust and confidence of donors, partners, and the public through transparency, ethical governance, and clear communication.
• Ensure fiscal prudence, transparency, and strategic allocation of resources.
• Collaborate with the senior fundraising and finance team to streamline systems and reduce administrative burden.

3. Communications, Community Engagement, Partnerships & Advocacy

• Serve as the organization's primary public voice and trusted ambassador, representing Small Change Fund in media, public events, and key networks.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with funders, Indigenous communities, governments, partners, and supporters.
• Lead advocacy, storytelling, and communications efforts that highlight the organization's impact, amplify partner voices, and advance environmental and reconciliation goals.
• Reinforce confidence among funders and stakeholders through consistent, transparent, and values-based communication.

4. Operations, Organizational Health & Management

• Oversee the organization’s operations and administration, ensuring effective systems and clear accountability across all functions.
• Lead and support a distributed team of 40+ staff and contractors, fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and respect.
• Strengthen internal structures and practices that promote staff well-being, professional growth, and sustainable workloads.
• Mentor and empower senior leaders to uphold organizational values and deliver results aligned with strategic priorities.
• Champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation across all aspects of the organization's strategy, governance, and partnerships.
• Anticipate and manage organizational risks, including financial, reputational, and operational factors, ensuring flexibility and readiness in changing environments.
• Ensure effective measurement and reporting of impact to demonstrate accountability to funders, communities, and the Board.

5. Financial Leadership and Stewardship

• Ensure the organization’s long-term financial health through disciplined management, transparent reporting, and responsible use of resources.
• Collaborate with the Board Treasurer and Chair to develop, monitor, and report on annual and multi-year budgets.
• Oversee financial controls, risk management, and compliance with all charitable, contractual, and CRA requirements.
• Support effective financial planning for project-based funding, ensuring clear alignment between restricted revenues, expenditures, and organizational priorities.
• Work closely with the senior fundraising and finance team to forecast revenue, manage cash flow, and provide timely financial insights to the Board.
• Promote a culture of accountability and fiscal prudence across the organization, ensuring decisions reflect both mission and sustainability.

6. Governance & Compliance

• Report regularly to the Board on performance, finances, and risks.
• Support transparent governance and CRA compliance.
• Provide timely, accurate information for effective decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 10 years of progressive leadership and management experience, preferably within the non-profit or environmental sector.
• Proven track record in successful fundraising, including grant writing, donor relations, and securing diverse funding streams.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget oversight, fiscal management and governance.
• Exceptional communication skills, including public speaking, media relations, and compelling written material.
• Experience managing hybrid or remote teams and promoting inclusion and balance.       
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and to lead through uncertainty with adaptability and integrity.
• Commitment to environmental protection, reconciliation, and social equity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $180,000-$220,000 commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits, generous vacation, and flexible work arrangements.
• Performance-based incentives may be considered within charitable sector norms.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate, results-oriented leader with a vision for a healthier planet, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this role to president_search@smallchangefund.ca by December 12, 2025.

 In your cover letter, please also address:

1. What excites you most about our mission?
2. Describe a time you led a team to achieve a significant organizational goal.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

Small Change Fund is deeply committed to equity, inclusion, and reconciliation and is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates from underrepresented communities to apply.