Local Investment Toward Employment (LITE) is a non-profit organization that supports community economic development (CED) initiatives that build capacity and provide jobs in Winnipeg's inner city. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as the organization's Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual who is passionate about Community Economic Development (CED), the inner city, social justice, and has well-honed public speaking and financial management skills.
Responsibilities
The Executive Director will provide leadership and management of the organization. This position reports directly to the Board of Directors and is supported by the Executive Committee. The Executive Director is responsible for implementing the organization's strategic plan and achieving LITE's overall goals. This position oversees fundraising planning and the implementation of LITE’s annual fundraising campaign. In addition, the position is responsible for operational planning and management of day to day business, human resources, administering disbursements including Purchases and CED Grants, developing organizational and project budgets and acting as Spokesperson on behalf of the organization.
Qualifications
- Proven fundraising and/or public relations experience
- Experience managing staff
- Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to Community Economic Development
- Experience working with a Board of Directors
- Experience setting up and managing budgets
- Proposal writing and grant reporting experience
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and effective public speaking
- Adept at building relationships with a wide variety of groups: business, funders, faith and community groups
- Able to think strategically and meet simultaneous deadlines within tight timeframes
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and social media
- Experience using Quickbooks would be considered an asset
- Experience working in the not-for-profit sector would be an asset
Key Attributes
- Energetic and motivated with a strong work ethic
- Positive, optimistic outlook
- Caring, charismatic individual that gets along well with others
- Natural ability to foster teamwork and gain trust
- Organized with good time management skills
- Comfortable with change and has strong willingness to try new things
- Ability to learn quickly with little direction
- Can work well both independently and within a team setting
- Strong ability to lead others and skilled at problem solving
Education
- Completion of Post Secondary Education. Relevant work experience will be considered.
Other Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
- A criminal record check may be required
Submitting an Application:
Position details: 35 hrs/wk, $35,000-$40,000 depending on qualifications. Extensive benefit plan, 3 weeks paid vacation. Some evening work will be required.
Deadline: February 24, 2013.
Please send resume and cover letter to litedirector@mymts.net
We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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24 Feb 2013
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Local Investment Toward Employment
Winnipeg Manitoba
Canada