The North End Community Renewal Corporation is a non-profit organization with a mandate of social, economic and cultural renewal of the North End of Winnipeg, with an annual budget of $4.5 million (plus various capital projects) and 50 staff. The organization is seeking a visionary, skilled and collaborative Executive Director who will be responsible for all aspects of the organization, in a manner that promotes team building, consensus and collaboration with board, staff and stakeholders promoting NE renewal.

Duties:

1. Work with community and board of directors to implement the 5 year strategic plan that addresses the community goals pertaining to: Youth, Safety, Economic Development, Housing, Community Development, Recreation, Food Security and Cultural Renewal.
2. Through a governance model, work with the board of directors to develop policies for the organization.
3. Provide administrative oversight of the organization.
4. Develop and manage strategic and operational planning processes.
5. Develop and oversee programs, financial plans and budgets.
6. Develop and oversee fundraising and resource development strategies.
7. Oversee recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, HR and evaluation of staff.
8. Develop and maintain positive relations with community, government, funding partners and the media.

Qualifications:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree or higher (eg: Economic Dev, Community Dev, Social Work)
• At least 5 years of senior management experience
• Experience in project management and risk management, is an asset
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge/ experience in the field of community development and community economic development is an asset
• Knowledge of leadership and teambuilding skills, is an asset
• Extensive knowledge of human resource planning and financial management experience, is an asset
• Cultural competence with demonstrated ability to relate to and work with people from diverse cultural, social and economic backgrounds to promote inclusion and equity.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships/networks with public, private and voluntary sectors.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Send cover letter and resume, with subject line: Attn. ED Job Posting to: simone at necrc.org

Or by mail:  NECRC Selection Committee, 509 Selkirk Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2W 2M6
Deadline:     Monday February 8, 2016 (10:00 am)

Employment Equity is a factor in selection. Applicants are requested to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are from any of the following groups: women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities and persons with a disability, and residents from the North End.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

SOURCE: North End Community Renewal Corporation