Summary
Since 2000, the Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation has been connecting people with nature and protecting nature in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. The Executive Director of the Foundation is also the Executive Director of CTS Youth Society. The Foundation and the Society are registered charities with independent boards with a successful 20-year partnership. Offices are located in a beautiful and unique heritage home in Burnaby Lake Regional Park.
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Executive Director
The Opportunity
Since 2000, the Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation has been connecting people with nature and protecting nature in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. The Executive Director of the Foundation is also the Executive Director of CTS Youth Society. The Foundation and the Society are registered charities with independent boards with a successful 20-year partnership. Another key long term partner is Metro Vancouver which contributes annual financial and in-kind support.
In recent years both organizations have gone through a process of rebranding, strategic planning and new governance structures. The incoming Director will have the support of a strong and committed board, and dedicated community partners.
This is a hybrid position, with some flexibility required for weekend and evening events. Offices are located in a beautiful and unique heritage home in Burnaby Lake Regional Park.
About Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation
Led by an independent board of directors, Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation (previously known as Pacific Parklands Foundation) is the only registered charity dedicated to supporting Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. The Foundation raises funds and supports projects and programs with Metro Vancouver and community partners.
About CTS Youth Society
CTS Youth Society (formerly known as Catching The Spirit Youth Society) provides free and accessible community education through environmental stewardship, leadership programs, and public service in Metro Vancouver Regional Parks. The majority of activity takes place in the summer months with free overnight camping in Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Tynehead Regional Park, and Capilano Regional Park and day camps in Burnaby Lake Regional Park.
About Our Partnership with Metro Vancouver
Through contribution agreements with Metro Vancouver, the Foundation and the Society have a stable source of funding to cover annual operating and administrative costs. In addition there are opportunities to collaborate with Metro Vancouver’s staff and community partners with unique access to parks.
There is 13,824 ha in 23 regional parks, 2 ecological conservancy areas, 2 regional park reserves and 5 regional greenways in and around the Lower Mainland.
To apply
Email your cover letter and resume to the Selection Committee at : [email protected]
Application deadline : First round candidates should apply by 9 : 00 am July 8. After July 8, additional applications will be considered on a rolling basis until a suitable candidate is found.
Job Description
Executive Director
Summary
Reporting to the Board of Directors of the Metro Vancouver Regional Parks Foundation, the
Executive Director has the dual role for overseeing all aspects of the MVRP Foundation and
CTS Youth Society operations, finances, and stakeholder relations. This role encompasses
organizational leadership, operational oversight, program management, human resources,
financial stewardship, community and government relations, fundraising, grantmaking and
human resource management.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and Donor Stewardship
Leadership and Board Relations
Operations Management
Human Resources Planning and Management :
Financial Planning and Management :
Requirements
The Executive Director will provide outstanding, innovative and strategic leadership. The
individual will have a proven track record of leading successful fundraising campaigns,
have previous operational and leadership experience, and a charismatic approach to
community relations.
Ideally the following background, experience and personality qualities will be present, although
recognized that no one candidate may possess all :
Terms & Conditions
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