Temporary Full Time Executive Director (1 year)

at  The Salvation Army

The Executive Director provides leadership and oversight to a range of relevant, holistic, community programming developed to meet the needs of the families served through the ministries of the Hamilton and Dundas CFS sites. He/she supports the leadership team by directing and coordinating all business and program matters at Hamilton Community and Family Services. This includes finance/funding contracts, service delivery/programs, property, legal, information technology and employee relations to enhance capacity, accountability, effectiveness, and relevance.
The Executive Director works closely with the leadership of all Hamilton Corps (Church) locations (4) to establish consistent engagement and integration between Hamilton CFS ministries and Hamilton Corps Ministries, engaging with Corps Officers and Salvationists in Hamilton for the purpose of enhancing opportunities for holistic missional outreach.

FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATION:

• Establish, maintain, and adhere to the ministry unit budget in compliance with operating and administrative guidelines; authorize and monitor all financial transactions.
• Oversee all property transactions, development, and inventory for the facilities.
• Maintain and promote positive working relationships/partnerships and communications with funders and community stakeholders; liaise with DHQ to re-negotiate contracts with government funder/s; work with DHQ/THQ to identify and pursue opportunities to enhance program delivery by seeking new government funding sources; liaise with auditors and funding officials.
• Negotiate contract renewals with funding bodies; identify and pursue opportunities to enhance program delivery by seeking new government funding sources with Divisional approval.
• Analyze statistical and financial reports for the purpose of strategic planning and funding negotiations and report to the Divisional Finance Board.
• Provide direction, advice, and guidance to the management/supervisory team on business and program matters to ensure program excellence through program and outcome evaluation, external consultation, continuous quality improvement and standards of ethical practice.
• Establish and maintain Community Councils, recruiting members, setting agendas, taking minutes, and following up on actions arising from meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant Undergraduate University Degree, preferably in a Social Science. Master’s degree would be an asset.
• First Aid/CPR Certification and Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Prevention Certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of five (5) years of prior related experience working with marginalized clientele in a social service setting, including experience managing at a senior supervisory level, Human Resources, budgetary and property management.
• Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Committed to service excellence with sound knowledge of financial management, human resource management, and leadership principles as they relate to non-profit organizations; able to lead, coach, inspire, and motivate teams to reach their full potential, thus enhancing organizational effectiveness.
• Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, with effective negotiation skills and a non-judgmental approach, as well as the ability to work in a consultative, diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Strategic thinker: able to see ‘the big picture’, develop effective plans/strategies and evaluate their effectiveness in order to improve operations and programs and source new opportunities.
• Effective analytical, problem solving and evaluation skills with an ability to investigate and initiate corrective action in order to successfully resolve problems, issues and conflict.
• Competency in making and implementing effective decisions with strong organizational, interpersonal, time management and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, good judgment, and maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and compliance with, all relevant federal and provincial legislation, e.g. the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, Occupational Health and Safety, WHIMIS, Ministry of Labour, etc.
• Demonstrated skills/knowledge of Funding/Grant submissions/programs.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficient in working in a computerized environment; must demonstrate strong skills using Microsoft Office.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening as required.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.

PROGRAM AND SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide oversight and leadership to Community and Family Services programs and special events, ensuring ministry and program objectives are consistently met within Salvation Army mission, vision, policies, funder expectations, and all legal requirements.
• Ensure a spiritual dynamic, and focus, in all programming, including facilitated access for clients to Corps chaplaincy services and other church-based programs.
• With the support and input of Divisional Headquarters (DHQ) and / or Territorial Headquarters (THQ) consultants, lead the strategic planning for the ministry unit, securing necessary approvals from the Divisional Finance Board/Executive for new programs.
• Support/assist the Hamilton Corps leaders to research, plan, develop, prepare and deliver creative and innovative community programming designed to address community needs, while building on community capacity.
• Work with the Hamilton Corps leaders and the Area Commander to develop a committee that will assist with the planning, developing, and executing of strategic initiatives for Community Ministries in Hamilton.
• Operate within effective change-management, organizational development, and staff engagement principles to promote service excellence and develop strong teams.
• Monitor and ensure consistency in case management systems and practices as required; Provide direct client care and/or intake services as needed.