Social impact, non-profits and charities

Position: Executive Director
Organization: Saskatoon Makerspace
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Our Mission

Making a space for everyone to be welcome and to challenge their mind and body while learning practical skills that will help them succeed. Providing space, tools, and education that inspire artists & makers to grow and learn.

Job Purpose

The Executive Director (ED) of Saskatoon Makerspace is the strategic and operational leader responsible for driving the organization’s mission of fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation within Saskatoon’s maker community. The ED oversees all aspects of organizational development, financial sustainability, program delivery, community engagement, and staff management, ensuring the Makerspace thrives as a hub for artists, entrepreneurs, and hobbyists.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership and Strategy

• Lead the development and execution of the Makerspace’s strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Directors
• Act as a spokesperson and advocate for the Makerspace, building relationships with key stakeholders, including community organizations, funders, local businesses, and government entities
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and community engagement

Program Development and Operations

• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs, workshops, and events that align with Saskatoon Makerspace’s mission
• Ensure the safety, accessibility, and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Develop partnerships to expand program offerings and drive community impact & involvement

Financial Management

• Develop and manage the annual budget in alignment with the organization’s financial goals
• Lead fundraising efforts, including grant writing, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, and events
• Ensure financial accountability and transparency through effective reporting and oversight

Staff and Volunteer Management

• Recruit, hire, and supervise a diverse and talented team of staff and volunteers
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and productive work environment

Community Engagement and Advocacy

• Build and maintain relationships with Makerspace members, ensuring their needs and interests are reflected in organizational initiatives
• Represent Saskatoon Makerspace at public events, media opportunities, and community forums.
• Advocate for the importance of arts, innovation, and maker culture in Saskatoon

Education and Experience

Required

• Proven leadership experience, preferably in a nonprofit, creative, or community-focused organization.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, fundraising, and financial reporting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse communities
• Experience managing programs, facilities, and teams
• Passion for fostering creativity, innovation, and skill-sharing

Preferred

• Knowledge of maker culture, including tools, equipment, and practices such as woodworking, metalworking, 3D printing, or digital fabrication
• Familiarity with grant writing and funding processes in Canada
• Experience working with a Board of Directors or similar governance structure
• A background in business administration, arts management, or a related field is an asset

Working Conditions

The operating environment is such that staff may be required to work extra hours to meet the needs of the organization. While staff need to be flexible in their work schedules, Saskatoon Makerspace is committed to providing appropriate time-in-lieu and/or compensation, as well as a healthy work-life balance.

Some travel within Saskatoon is required to attend meetings, community events, and learning opportunities.

FTE: 1.0 FTE, full-time
Business Hours: Typical hours are 8am-4:30pm, with flexibility
Compensation: The starting salary will be commensurate based on experience
Posted Date: March 22, 2026
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
Location: Saskatoon
Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Yes
Vulnerable Sector Check: Yes

APPLY

Inquiries regarding this position and resumes can be directed to the Hiring Committee at:
recruitment@saskatoonmakerspace.com

 

---

Sustainability at Makerapace

At Makerspace we provide shared use of tools, equipment and space, which at its core is an eco-conscious enterprise. Much like how car co-ops aim to reduce the number of cars needed by a given population, thus reducing the overall environmental cost of every individual owning their own car, we reduce the environmental cost of every person's garage being turned into their own woodshop, metal shop, printing press, etc. Makerspase is fundamentally about inclusion, community, and resource sharing.

OUr most aligned program Mend Repair Cafe. This is a volunteer-run repair session, every second week of the month, where members and the general public can bring in items to be repaired by skilled volunteers. We also teach and train volunteers to host these repair cafes which focus on repairing small electronics, clothing and textiles, household items and furniture, and bicycles. 

---

About Makerspaces 

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackerspace

Sharing economy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Sharing_economy

Please mention you saw this at GoodWork.ca.