Executive Director

Description

The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors, and as the chief executive officer, is responsible for the effective management of the operations of the Board.

This includes, but is not limited to office management, financial planning and reporting, communications and and project management as defined by the Board.

The position is full-time based in the storefront office but will occasionally be required to work evenings / weekends to accommodate Board activities or special events.

Occasional travel is required including but not limited to the communities directly impacted by the Giant Mine Remediation Project.

Any visits to the Giant Mine site are subject to the required safety measures defined by the site managers.

The position offers a salary consummate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

To apply, please include your resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience and interest in the position.

All applications received will be acknowledged.

Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly.

Responsibilities

Monitor Implementation of the Environmental Agreement

• Maintain applied understanding of the Giant Mine Remediation Project Environmental Agreement and its provisions of relevance to the Board.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the technical, engineering, scientific and research issues surrounding the Remediation Project.
• Track the performance of the Project Remediation Team, the Parties to the Environmental Agreement, governments and regulatory authorities with respect to their obligations pursuant to the Agreement.
• Organize and participate fully in Board strategic planning and program management development and implementation.

Co-ordinate Monitoring and Reporting Activities

• Track all programs, activities, reports, commitments and deadlines relevant to the mandate of the Board as required.
• Track the status of the environmental, economic, cultural and other aspects of the Giant Mine Remediation Project, and the nature of the Project co-proponents’ engagements with the public regarding the Project.
• Track and report on the status of relevant research programs including but not limited to those funded in whole or in part by the Board.
• Review and provide analyses of Project environmental programs and plans, engagements with the public, reports and submissions for Board discussion.
• Provide appropriate data, information and support to Directors, and coordinate feedback from them.
• Maintain contact and communications with all regulatory authorities, the Parties and the Project Team.
• Represent the Board at meetings and workshops, as required.

Manage the GMOB Research Program

• Monitor and invoke research priorities identified by the Board.
• Ensure that research funding is effectively and efficiently administered.
• Ensure that formal agreements are in place for all streams of research.
• Ensure that all research is tracked and that final reports are posted in a manner accessible to the general public.
• Organize all research meeting with the Board, partners, Parties and the public.

Serve as Executive Secretary to the Board

• monitor operations within the context of the Environmental Agreement
• coordinate and track the activities for the Board of Directors
• prepare all materials for Board meeting in coordination with the Chair
• budget, report on, and manage all finances of the Board with the Treasurer
• provide day-to-day management of the Board including engagement and supervision of staff and contractors
• Maintain strong relationships with the Parties, the Project Team, key affected agencies and individuals, media, peers, research institutions, industry and the public.
• Coordinate communications, website development and maintenance, and advertising on behalf of the Board
• organize all meetings required by the Environmental Agreement
• organize the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Society Members

Communications

• Implement communications activities and initiatives
• Coordinate community visits and meetings
• Lead outreach presentation with the public and educational tours
• Act as the initial point of contact for the Board
• Represent the Board in relevant meetings and engagements
• Ensure timely preparation and dissemination of all information materials, presentations, press releases, correspondence, annual and specialized reports
• Manage and have the ability to work on the website, online library, in-house archive and the timeline for the Giant Mine site.

Office Management

• Manage all storefront office affairs
• Supervise staff and contractors
• Manage all digital and hardcopy communications
• Maintain and enhance all in-house displays
• Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations

Financial Planning and Management

• Work with the Treasurer, bookkeeper and auditor to prepare, manage and report on Core and Research budgets
• Approve expenditures within the authority delegated by the Board
• Administer the funds of the Board according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flows
• Ensure that sound bookkeeping and accounting procedures are followed
• Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular and up-to-date reports on the revenues and expenditures
• Ensure compliance with all legislation covering taxation and withholding payments
• Coordinate annual audit activities in accordance with applicable legal, Board, and auditing standards

Risk Management

• Ensure that the Board carries appropriate and adequate insurance coverage
• Ensure that the Board complies with all laws and regulations
• Ensure the Society maintains its not-for-profit status under the NWT Societies Act

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Abilities

The position requires a post-secondary degree and / or work experience in resource development, mine remediation, environmental regulation, project management, and communications.

The Executive Director should have a minimum of five-years management experience :

• working with a Board of Directors
• working in a non-profit Society environment
• management of office, staff and contractors
• finance and budget management experience
• understanding the application of policies to guide Board operations
• excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• excellent computer skills (WORD, Excel, Zoom)
• organization of meeting and event planning
• knowledge of the history and current status of the Giant Mine site, including remediation plans and progress
• knowledge of the Giant Mine Remediation Project Environmental Agreement
• knowledge of the Mackenzie Valley Land and Water Board processes
• experience / understanding of northern mine closure
• experience / understanding of contaminated sites remediation
• experience / understanding of research program management
• understanding of the of GMOB research program
• experience / understanding of library / archive management
• ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• experience working in a dynamic cross-cultural environment
30+ days ago