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Become Alink’s First ED!

Organization: Alink Foundation — www.alinkfoundation.ca / www.fondationalink.ca

Position type: 3 or 4 days/week, flexible hours, mostly remote (could lead to 5 days/week)

Requirements: must be bilingual (French/English) and based in Montreal

Salary: range is $60,000 to $75,000 annually, commensurate with skills and experience

Start date: Early 2026

To Apply: Submit your CV and brief cover note to president@alinkfoundation.ca by Dec. 10, 2025.

About Alink Foundation

Alink Foundation is a Montreal charity supporting neurodivergent adults (including adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism) and their families. As our name suggests, we build alliances for inclusion. We offer weekly social‑recreational and life‑skills programs, are developing supervised housing opportunities, engage in advocacy and provide guidance to families. Founded in 2018 by volunteer families and professionals, Alink is hiring its first Executive Director to lead our next stage of growth.

Position Summary

This role is ideal for someone who is a self‑starter and thrives on creating change. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED will provide strategic leadership, ensure strong operations and programs, steward finances and fundraising and represent Alink with partners, donors and the community. The ED will collaborate with Alink’s experienced program manager and a supportive, hands‑on board.

Key Responsibilities

1) Leadership, Strategy & Governance

• Provide visionary leadership that advances Alink’s mission and values.
• Lead the development and execution of short‑ and long‑term strategic plans with the Board.
• Ensure legal, regulatory and reporting compliance; maintain strong Board relations and timely reporting.

2) Programs & Partnerships

• Oversee the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of social‑recreation, life skills and housing programs (in collaboration with the Program Manager).
• Ensure that programs reflect best practices and respond to the needs and goals of participants and families.
• Build and manage partnerships with community groups, educational institutions, healthcare providers and other stakeholders.

3) Fundraising & Resource Development

• Together with the Board and Fundraising Consultant, design and execute a diversified fundraising plan (grants, donations, events, corporate partnerships).
• Identify, write, and report on grants; cultivate and steward donors and funders.

4) Finance & Administration

• Prepare and manage the annual budget; monitor cash flow and financial health.
• Oversee financial operations, reporting and compliance with CRA and nonprofit standards.
• Ensure effective stewardship of resources: careful budgeting and expenditures, accurate records and protection of organizational assets.

5) Operations & Team

• Recruit, supervise and support staff and volunteers; foster an inclusive, mission‑driven culture. The current team is composed of part‑time employees, including a Program Manager, Program Consultant, Fundraising Consultant and Educators.
• Establish and refine policies, procedures and systems for efficient operations, facilities and program delivery.

6) Community Engagement, Advocacy & Communications

• Serve as the primary ambassador for Alink; build relationships with families, donors, government and community leaders.
• Oversee and produce communications (website, newsletters, social media, email) and timely respond to public inquiries.
• Advocate for policies and resources that support neurodivergent adults and their families.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (graduate degree an asset).
• 5+ years of leadership experience in the non‑profit or related sector or equivalent in the community or business sector.
• Demonstrated success in organizational management, program development and fundraising, marketing and/ or communications.

Skills & Attributes

• Deep commitment to inclusion, dignity and opportunity for neurodivergent adults. Familiarity with the neurodiverse community is an asset.
• Strong leadership, relationship‑building and communication skills (oral/written).
• Bilingual (French/English) required.
• Financial acumen (budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation).
• Experience managing diverse teams and partnerships.
• Competence / familiarity with grant writing, donor relations and fundraising.
• Strong computer literacy with experience using productivity software such as Microsoft Office and Google Apps (Docs, Drive, etc).

Thank you for your interest in Alink. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.