Position Title: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Reports to: Board of Directors

Supervision of: Deputy Director,Development and Communications Director,Director of Finance

Salary Range: $121,339.40 - $138,673.60

Hours of Work:35-40

Deadline to Apply: May 22, 2025 by 5:00PM

Vision

An end to intimate partner violence (IPV) and abuse

Mission

Victoria Women's Transition House Society collaborates, advocates, and educates to address and prevent intimate partner violence and abuse of women and children through supportive shelter, housing, counselling, and other community-based services.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for planning and leading the strategic, program and funding objectives required to achieve the vision, mission and values of the Victoria Womens Transition House (VWTH). The position has direct oversight of operations including staff leadership, financial viability and growth, and delivery of quality programming and services. The Executive Director serves as a role model by building and maintaining strong relationships with the Board, staff, and broader community stakeholders.

The Executive Director is responsible for the leadership, management, and supervision of the Deputy Director, Director of Development and Communications, Director of Finance; and HR Manager in collaboration with Deputy Director.

Organizational Status

Victoria Womens Transition House is a non-profit society based in Victoria, BC that provides client-centered programs and services to individuals and families who are or have experienced intimate partner violence. Through a trauma-informed approach, VWTH offers supportive program housing, advocacy and education to build resiliency and empowerment. VWTH currently employs over 90 staff members who support its programs and services

Responsibilities and Duties

Board Relations:

Works closely with a cohesive Board of Directors in the collaborative development, implementation, and ongoing review of the Strategic Plan

Supports and provides information, assistance and advice to the Board and Board Committees to ensure informed decisions are made

Supports the Board by attending meetings and overseeing the development of the Board meeting packages

Ensures that the Board is fully informed regarding organizational, operational, and financial performance

Ensures effective and timely communications between the Board and staff

Participates in regular performance appraisals and check-ins with the Board Chair and relevant Committees

Ensures there is effective teamwork between the Board and the Executive Director

Administration:

Accountable for operational and program priorities in relation to the Strategic and Operational Plans

Oversees the ongoing implementation and evaluation of effective financial, operational, and administrative systems to ensure quality and timely services

Oversees the preparation and timely analyses that capture and communicate fundraising results, variances, and performance trends

Ensures files and information recording systems are maintained to produce current and accurate statistics and reports, and coordinate appropriate reporting regarding service delivery, program accomplishments and organizational goals

Helps organize the AGM and special meetings of the Society as necessary

Adheres to all of the organizations policies and procedures

Performs other related duties as required by the Board of Directors

Program Leadership:

Collaborates with Executive Team to identify operational and program priorities in relation to strategic objectives, the organizational mission, and the Operational Plan

Monitors and evaluates existing services, including short- and long-term plans

Ensures the high quality and effectiveness of programs and services

Ensures innovative and evolving program design and evolution to be responsive to current sector needs

Supports the development and clarification of new or updated programming, opportunities, and resources

Community & Public Relations:

Builds bridges and opportunities for clients, community partners, donors, funders and external stakeholders to support visibility and revenue generation

Leads and supports government relations to build an understanding of and support for capacity building, leadership development, and good governance

Leads and oversees the development and implementation of a strategic marketing, branding and communications program in pursuit of a positive public profile for VWTH

Participates in and represents VWTH at community activities, initiatives, or fundraising events that positively benefit the organization

Promotes awareness of VWTH, its programs, services, and issues related to intimate partner violence; homelessness and housing barriers

Coordinates media relations and acts as media spokesperson for VWTH

Maintains regular strategic engagement and positive communications with government representatives and key stakeholders

Financial & Risk Management:

Leads the strategic financial leadership and management of the organization

Works with the Finance Director and Executive Team to prepare the annual budget and submit it to the Boards Finance Committee for review and recommendations

Plans, develops, monitors, and presents the annual budget and monthly financial statements

Oversees a fundraising program that includes prospection, cultivation, and donor recognition with direct oversight of major funding agreements

Supports the corporate compliance officer in maintaining appropriate fiscal controls in programs to ensure operations are within the scope of the annual budget and resource allocation

Supports the development team to research funding sources and funding proposals prior to final submission to the funding agencies

Ensures legal and regulatory requirements are met, including applicable laws and regulations related to payroll, employment and taxation

Reviews and maintains fiscal policies and procedures that safeguard and ensure the organizations long-term financial viability

Reviews, maintains and revises as necessary a comprehensive risk management plan to protect the organization, employees and volunteers from liability and other claims. Ensures all professional, licensing and other regulations are met to satisfy legal requirements

Human Resources

Ensures a positive and respectful workplace and cooperative working relationships with employees, volunteers and other stakeholders

Supports an onboarding process to ensure employees are appropriately trained and aligned with VWTHs mission, principles, values, policies, and procedures

Leads an organizational culture that is culturally safe and ethical which attracts, retains, and motivates employees to contribute to the successful delivery of programs and services

Serves as a role model regarding the organizations leadership principles as demonstrated in the development of employees

Guides the HR team to Develop and implements a functional human resources strategy, including recruitment, labour relations, compensation, and employee performance.

Participateswith CSSEA and the union regarding the Collective Agreement, for unresolved complaints or grievances

Ensures HR policies, procedures and job descriptions are developed and meet legislation requirements, such as the Employment Standards Act and WorkSafeBC

Ensures establishment of organizational standards, health and safety programs at work sites are followed

Provides access to skills development and training through reading, webinars, workshops, conferences, or other relevant opportunities

Supports the success of the Executive Team through collaborative, relationship-based leadership, mentorship and coaching

Identifies professional development activities in the Executive Directors performance review development plan.

Qualifications & Skills

Masters degree or equivalent in business administration or a relevant field

Minimum of 7 years of recent related experience providing leadership and oversight to the financial operations of a not-for-profit entity, including working with staff and a Board of Directors to oversee spending and accountability across multiple program areas

Experience working with the media and government officials, and acting as the public representative of an organization

Experience in labour relations issues, including recruitment, performance management, and workplace rights. Experience leading/working in a unionized environment is an asset

Experience working in the not-for-profit sector and the Women's Transition Housing & Supports Program /Operations with BC Housing

Competencies

Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, monitoring and reporting

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to identify trends, establish benchmarks, and provide credible analyses and business recommendations

Strong organizational and time management skills with an attention to detail

Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to professionally connect with and influence a diverse group of individuals

Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead an organization and work with diverse individuals to identify issues, design solutions, and evaluate results

Strong capacity to consider ethical standards and safety concerns, and to evaluate the benefits and consequences of various actions for personal, social, and collective well-being

Strong understanding of intersectional feminism perspective to lead VWTH as a feminist organization

Other details:

Willingness to work flexible hours is required

Valid BC drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle is required OR Class 5 drivers license

Satisfactory completion of a criminal records check with vulnerable populations is required

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

We thank everyone for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.