Executive Director

CreativeHub 1352 is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing creative people together to strengthen arts, culture, heritage, environmental stewardship, and community in Mississauga. Through collaborations with local partners, we deliver year-round programs, exhibitions, workshops, events, and educational initiatives that engage residents and visitors alike. Our journey began with the Lakeview Legacy Community Foundation, later known as the Small Arms Society, which led the successful effort to save the historic Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB) from demolition. Today, CreativeHub 1352 serves as the lead tenant and programming partner within this unique community space and continues to expand its reach, impact, and programming opportunities across the city. With growing community demand, expanded programming, and increased funding opportunities, CreativeHub 1352 is entering an exciting new stage of growth and is seeking an inspiring and entrepreneurial Executive Director to lead the organization into its next chapter.

Role of Executive Director

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for driving the strategic growth, financial sustainability, and community impact of CreativeHub 1352. The Executive Director will lead the organization’s next stage of development by expanding funding opportunities, strengthening partnerships, increasing community engagement, and ensuring operational excellence across all areas of the organization. As the organization’s chief ambassador, the Executive Director builds and maintains strong relationships with funders, donors, sponsors, government partners, artists, community organizations, educational institutions, volunteers, and stakeholders. While maintaining oversight of programming and operations, the primary focus of the role is to secure resources, build partnerships, and position CreativeHub 1352 for long-term growth and sustainability.

Areas of Responsibility

• Lead the development and execution of CreativeHub 1352’s fundraising and revenue generation strategy.
• Secure grants, sponsorships, donations, and partnership opportunities to support organizational growth.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with funders, donors, sponsors, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Develop and implement strategies to diversify and strengthen long‑term funding sources.
• Work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to support fundraising initiatives and strategic priorities.
• Lead organizational growth initiatives and long‑term sustainability planning.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson and representative of CreativeHub 1352.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, financial management, and administration.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and forecasts.
• Lead, develop, and support employees, contractors, and volunteers.
• Provide leadership and oversight for arts, culture, heritage, environmental, and community programming.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, funding requirements, and governance standards.

What Success Looks Like

• Strengthening the organization’s financial sustainability.
• Expanding funding, sponsorship, donor, and grant opportunities.
• Growing CreativeHub 1352’s community presence and impact.
• Building strategic partnerships that advance the organization’s mission.
• Leading a positive, engaged, and high-performing team.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive non-profit senior leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success securing grants, sponsorships, donations, and external funding.
• Proven experience leading organizational growth and strategic initiatives.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, and forecasting experience.
• Experience working with and reporting to a Board of Directors.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and community engagement.
• Knowledge of the Mississauga arts, culture, heritage, or community sectors is an asset.
• Relevant post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation

This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $75,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume to hr@creativehub1352.ca.

CreativeHub 1352 is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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