Executive Director

Location: Toronto, Canada
Closing  Date: Remains open until filled
Starting Date: Negotiable
Reference: GP-ED-CA

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ABOUT GREENPEACE CANADA

Greenpeace exists because this fragile earth deserves a voice. It needs solutions.  It needs change. It needs action.  Greenpeace was founded in Vancouver in 1971, when a small boat of volunteers and journalists sailed into Amchitka, an area north of Alaska where the US Government was conducting underground nuclear tests.  This tradition of 'bearing witness' in a non-violent manner continues as an important part of all campaign work. Greenpeace today operates in more than 40 countries with headquarters in Amsterdam. Greenpeace has 2.9 million members worldwide and more than 90,000 supporters in Canada.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides leadership in developing and managing the organization's overall strategic direction, policy, resources, operations and communication;
• Oversees the planning, implementation, management and evaluation of all aspects of Greenpeace Canada programs and internal support services, including campaigns, communications, organizational development and fundraising, marketing, financial and administration (human resources, labour relations, operation of all offices  across Canada);
• Works with the Directors of Campaigns, Communications, Development, and Finance to develop dynamic results driven campaigns, fundraising and marketing strategies and ensure regular budget review. Ensures appropriate risk management controls are in place;
• Presents budgets for approval by the Board and oversees control of the Board approved budget.  Directs, oversees and ensures implementation of Board directives and the reporting of work of all departments to the Board, including regular liaison with the Chair of the Board. Attends Board meetings and advises the Board regarding political context, recent developments and the work of Greenpeace;
• Contributes to achieving the strategic objectives of the global organization, including representing Greenpeace Canada at the international executive directors' meetings and participating in international Greenpeace task forces,  committees, initiatives as appropriate;
• Demonstrates leadership in promoting and  maintaining the profile  of Greenpeace within Canada by representing Greenpeace with media, government and  other organizations, and  working  with the Campaigns and  Communications Directors to develop effective media and  communications strategies);
• Line manages the Directors, Human Resources Coordinator and Executive Assistant. Participates in the recruitment process for all senior staff and approves their appointment; undertakes regular staff evaluations and identifies training needs and opportunities;
• Oversees the coordination of all Greenpeace Canada activities through regular consultation and communication with the Senior Management Team (SMT). Ensures they take proper accountability and management for the staff they line manage and that they delegate appropriately and expect high standards of result-oriented work. Chairs regular Senior Management Team meetings, provides team leadership, support and feedback to the SMT members. Responsible for effective and proper communication between SMT members and ensures that decisions taken by members of the SMT and information from their departments are communicated to staff. Fosters a culture of respect within the SMT and within the broader organization;
• Provides leadership in the establishment of a management policy framework for Greenpeace Canada.  Ensures the development and implementation of equitable and progressive human resources policies and procedures including staffing, compensation and labour relations. Builds and fosters an employee relations culture which emphasizes teamwork. Provides leadership for the shaping of management positions in labour negotiations, and approves labour agreements.  Provides direction for the handling of complex employee relations issues and approves staff disciplinary actions;
• Ensures effective internal communication across Greenpeace Canada. Manages internal communication processes including  periodic written and/or verbal  updates to all Greenpeace Canada staff about campaigns, changes to policies and  structures, and  Board decisions;
• Ensures that the organization meets all its legal obligations. Oversees all legal matters and advises the Board on these.  Liaises with the corporate legal counsel related to various legal matters;
• Advances the work of Greenpeace Canada in terms of outreach and liaison with other organizations (e.g. government, and other NGOs) as required. Works with like-minded organizations in building a domestic and international progressive movement based in peace, sustainability and social justice.

PROFILE

 Required Qualifications and Skills

• Visionary and strategic thinking skills:  to provide leadership for the strategic management of Greenpeace Canada programs and campaigns; to establish the direction and objectives for Greenpeace Canada policies and programs and to contribute to achieving the strategic objectives of the global Greenpeace;
• Leadership skills:  to provide  direction for the development of Greenpeace Canada strategic policy; to lead the planning for large campaign and  fundraising  initiatives;  to provide  advice to the Board of Directors; to develop and implement an effective and respectful Greenpeace employee relations  culture; to motivate managers and staff;
• Management skills: (proven  senior  management experience preferred minimum of five years): to provide leadership to the Senior Management Team in managing Greenpeace Canada activities; to resolve  broad and  complex issues and  problems often of a highly sensitive nature; to ensure the effective  management and  control of Greenpeace financial resources;
• Analytical and problem solving skills:  to identify and anticipate broad  and  strategic environmental and media issues which  impact the mandate of Greenpeace; to provide leadership to Greenpeace staff in the development of strategies and responses related to these issues;
• Communication and  presentation skills:  excellent written and oral communication skills, to present complex issues with clarity to a wide variety of audiences; to provide advisory and reporting services to the Board Chair and the Board of Directors; to promote Greenpeace and to respond to issues with the media; to prepare staff communication documents; fluency  in French  is a definite asset.
• Negotiation and  listening skills:  to provide  leadership in the resolution of issues within Greenpeace through discussion with the Senior Management Team; to resolve labour relations issues; improve integration between departments; advocate on behalf of positions taken by the Board and  SMT and reduce barriers  between regional offices.
• Commitment to change:  demonstrate commitment to issues of environmental, organizational and social change at both the national and international levels.

KnowledgeRequirements

• Knowledge of the overall mandate goals and intent of Greenpeace (including organizational structure, policies,  guidelines, programs, history and project activities):  to provide leadership and direction for all activities of Greenpeace Canada;
• Knowledge of environmental issues and the politics influencing public  and  private institutions both nationally and internationally:  to understand how they interact and influence each other,  and the public; to identify the tactics and  counter response campaigns used  by various groups to undermine the credibility  of Greenpeace, and to provide leadership for the development of strategies for response;
• Knowledge of effective fundraising strategies: to appreciate the challenges of fundraising for an organization that relies on public donations and to provide leadership for a fundraising program that will sustain and grow the organization;
• Knowledge of financial management, budget preparation and  control:  to oversee the planning and development of the Greenpeace Canada budget for approval by the Board of Directors, and to oversee the management and control of the Board approved budget; to direct long term financial  and strategic planning  for the organization;
• Knowledge of human resources management principles: to establish and sustain a positive and progressive employee relations culture and to ensure the development and implementation of human resources policies and procedures which promote and support this culture; to promote and foster team work across the organization.
• Knowledge of communication and media relations theory, principles and strategies:  to effectively represent and promote Greenpeace in public forums; to provide leadership in the development of successful media relation strategies.

TO APPLY

Applications must be addressed to Mission Talent via applications@missiontalent.comstating GP-ED-CA/+your surname in the subject line.

To apply for this role, kindly attach your CV and a covering letter (of 350 words or less) which summarizes how your profile aligns with the key requirements, skills and abilities of this role.

Greenpeace Canada embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs and desires of Canada’s diverse community.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted by Mission Talent for follow-up.