Job Opportunity

About Black Eco Bloom

Our goal is to build a more sustainable world, one that embodies empowerment, sustainability, accessibility, and intersectionality – blackecobloom.org

Become our Interim Executive Director and Make a Difference with Black Eco Bloom!

Position: Interim Executive Director
Organization: Black Eco Bloom
Location: Remote - Canada-based

What You Will Be Doing:

• Under the general direction of the Board of Directors, the Interim Executive Director is responsible for leading the day-to-day operations and organizational development of Black Eco Bloom.
• The Interim Executive Director is accountable for implementing the priorities set by the Board, stabilizing governance and internal systems, and ensuring that Black Eco Bloom’s work continues to centre Black women and Black gender-diverse people in the environmental sector.
• The Interim Executive Director provides strategic leadership and professional advice to the Board on governance, programming, partnerships, and funding. In this capacity, the role oversees the design and coordination of programming, relationship-building with community and sector partners, and the preparation of program and budget reports for funders and the Board
• Working closely with the Board Chair, the Interim Executive Director leads the development and execution of a short-term (12–18 months) organizational roadmap and a practical funding plan that supports Black Eco Bloom’s mission, values, and long-term sustainability.

Position overview:

• Location: Remote - Canada-based.
• Hours: 10-15 hours per week
• Contract: 6-month contract, with possibility of extension
• Compensation: $40/hour

We are looking for someone who brings at least 3+ years of relevant experience and many of the following:

Community engagement & programming

• Experience with community engagement and program coordination/design (3+ years, paid or volunteer).
• Experience creating and/or adapting programming and budget reports for boards, funders, or community partners.
• Expertise or strong skills in program management (planning, tracking, implementation).

Management & leadership

• Experience overseeing staff and/or volunteers, even in small teams or grassroots contexts.
• Comfort being the organization's leading representative in public spaces and conversations.
• Ability to navigate complex situations with care, especially in Black, feminist, or queer community environments.

Stakeholder & public engagement

• Experience attending or engaging in conferences, gatherings, and community or climate sector events in Canada or internationally.
• Strong relationship-building skills with community partners, networks, and institutions.

Additional assets

• Familiarity with nonprofit governance and Board relations.
• Experience in climate, environmental, or justice movements in Canada.
• Experience with grant-funded projects and working with philanthropic or institutional funders.

How to apply:

Please submit your application by Jan 5, 2026 6:30 PM via this google form.

To help you prepare for this process, please note that the application process will require you to: share contact information; provide written (or audio) answers about your experience, leadership, and alignment with Black Eco Bloom’s mission; your availability and any constraints we should know about; a video call interview; names and contact information for 2–3 references; and submit a written situational assessment.

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.

If completing a written application is a barrier for you, you may instead send a short voice note or video responding to the application questions to hello@blackecobloom.org with the subject line: “Interim ED Application - [Your Name]”.

We encourage individuals with intersecting identities (Black, Indigenous, women & gender-diverse individuals) to apply. Candidates who may not have the listed work experience but have gained the required skills are also encouraged to apply. We will be contacting potential applicants for an interview.

If you have questions about the role before applying, you can reach out in confidence to : hello@blackecobloom.org

Join us in creating a more sustainable and inclusive future! Apply now to become a part of Black Eco Bloom's impactful journey.