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Why would I not want to head up Yukon's oldest and most prominent conservation organization?? All while living in Whitehorse, the Wilderness City, where paddling, biking, hiking and skiing are mere minutes away!!
Position: Executive Director
Organization: Yukon Conservation Society
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon
About Us
The Yukon Conservation Society (YCS) is one of the oldest environmental non-profit organizations in Canada. Over the past 50 years, YCS has worked with communities, First Nation governments and diverse organizations to achieve many conservation victories in the territory. Our staff, volunteers and Board are experts in their fields and are committed to staying on the cutting edge of research and training so that YCS remains a respected voice for the Yukon’s wildlife, land and water.
What we need
The Yukon Conservation Society (YCS) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our 53-year-old ENGO. The successful candidate will have experience working with First Nations and other levels of government, and communities. Ideally, this experience was athered working North of 60. The candidate will need to have a strong background in conservation advocacy. They will have a track record of successful staff and volunteer management, fund-raising experience, and knowledge of environmental issues, particularly those relevant to the Yukon.
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the management of the Yukon Conservation Society, under the direction of the YCS Board of Directors. The ED leads the YCS team of staff, contractors and volunteers to ensure that the YCS mandate is effectively represented on a broad range of environmental issues. The ED ensures the financial health of the organization through fundraising and grant development. The ED strives to build positive relations with First Nations and other levels of government, Yukon communities, and other organizations and agencies. Overall, the ED's focus is one of strategic coordination, public communication and organizational management. This challenging position has many rewards, including the opportunity to work within a supportive, close-knit community, and live in the midst of breathtaking nature, while enjoying all the amenities of the small capital city of Whitehorse.
Requirements
How to apply
Full job description available here and below;
To apply, email cover letter and resume (as one PDF) to: board@yukonconservation.org . Please send any questions to this address as well.
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Start date is as soon as possible. We reserve the right to interview and hire for this position immediately but otherwise applications will close on August 28, 2022.
While we greatly appreciate your interest in working with us, only those candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Job Description
Executive Director
Hours: 35-40 hours/week
Status: Permanent
Wage: $36/hour, commensurate with experience
Vacation: 3 weeks in first year (as per Personnel Policy)
Benefits: Self-administered employer cash contribution semi-annually
Position Summary
The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the management of the Yukon Conservation Society, under the direction of the YCS Board of Directors. The ED leads the YCS team of staff, contractors and volunteers to ensure that the YCS mandate is effectively represented on a broad range of environmental issues. The ED ensures the financial health of the organization through fundraising and grant development. The ED strives to build positive relations with First Nations and other levels of government, Yukon communities, and other organizations and agencies. Overall, the ED's focus is one of strategic coordination, public communication and organizational management.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
1. Major Functions
a) Supervise staff, volunteers and contractors (25% of time)
b) Ensure organizational health (finance and management) (25% of time)
c) Ensure YCS perspectives are effectively represented (15% of time)
2. Other Principal Activities
a) Build relations with communities, First Nations and other governments (15% of time)
b) Facilitate public communications (10% of time)
c) Work with Board of Directors and volunteers (10% of time)
3. Other tasks that fall to this position as required
Note: Percent times for each activity are an estimate and are subject to change based on circumstances.
Freedom to Act
The ED has the freedom to act within the direction and boundaries set by the YCS Constitution and Mission Statement, and the goals, positions and priorities identified by the YCS Board of Directors and the YCS Strategic Plan. The ED works collaboratively with the Board of Directors to establish strategic priorities.
Financial Accountability
The Executive Director is responsible to the Board for the financial health of the organization. Spending is authorized as outlined in the approved annual budget. Major amendments to the budget or expenditures outside of the budget must be authorized by the YCS Board.
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Current status: Open/apply now. Date posted: Jul 14 2022 ID: 65096