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Job Opening:Executive Director

Habitat Acquisition Trust

Victoria, British Columbia

www.hat.bc.ca

Title:Executive Director

Full-time (37.5 hours/week), Permanent

Compensation: $34.50-$39.68 (commensurate with candidate experience) plus:

·a comprehensive and competitive benefits package

·3.5 weeks paid vacation to start with regular increases

·membership to Modo Carshare

·paid professional development

Application Deadline: May 11, 2023 @ 11:59pm

HAT's Executive Director, Katie Blake, will be resigning in June of 2023 (Announcement). We are now seeking a new dynamic and motivated individual to lead Habitat Acquisition Trust’s operations, administration and sustainable growth. The Executive Director will implement the Board of Directors’ strategic direction for the organization, and manage all aspects of HAT’s day-to-day operations.

The successful candidate will be a strong communicator and have experience managing staff, managing finances, and working with a variety of partners and interest groups. They will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a passion for conservation, and a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, and to continuous learning.

Please submit a resume and cover letter that demonstrate how the candidate meets the qualifications and competencies in the job description below. Applications should be addressed to the Board of Directors and sent to[email protected], with subject “Executive Director Application”.Applications longer than 5 pages will not be accepted.

About Habitat Acquisition Trust:

Habitat Acquisition Trust (HAT) is a Victoria-based land trust working with our community to protect, conserve, and steward habitats within the Capital Regional District (CRD). HAT operates in the traditional and unceded territories of the lək̓ʷəŋən, W̱SÁNEĆ, SC’IȺNEW, and T'Sou-ke Nations, and we recognize that our work is intrinsically linked to Indigenous stewardship of these territories, both past and ongoing. Our mission is to conserve natural spaces on southern Vancouver Island and the southern Gulf Islands through legal protection of private land, restoration, education, and stewardship programs. HAT focuses on building partnerships to accomplish our mission. We work closely and collaboratively with community organizations, government, individual landowners, and Indigenous communities to achieve effective conservation outcomes. Please see HAT’s current Strategic Plan here: https://hat.bc.ca/strategicplan

Working Environment:

HAT will provide a safe and respectful work environment free from discrimination and harassment, meet financial obligations promptly, and within the financial capacity of the organization, provide the employee with equipment, materials, and supplies to carry out their duties.

Position Overview:

The Executive Director is accountable to the Board Chair and reports to the Board of Directors on a consistent basis. They manage HAT’s day-to-day operations including: developing and establishing work plans and programs; providing leadership and direction to staff; monitoring and evaluating programs and activities to ensure alignment with strategic goals; managing and reporting on financial activity; acting to ensure compliance with all legal, statutory and policy requirements; and, managing HAT’s assets and reputation.

Position Deliverables/Accountabilities:

• Ensures the Board of Directors is provided with timely, accurate and comprehensive information to facilitate decision-making in matters of policy, strategic planning and governance, including recommendations on process when appropriate;

• Assists the Board in the development of strategic plans by providing staffing projections, funding targets, project themes and information on challenges and opportunities;

• Ensures the effective implementation of Board direction in a manner consistent with the values and ethics of the organization;

• Attends all Board meetings and prepares briefing packages with financial reports;

• Provides leadership and direction to HAT staff, encouraging collaborative relationships with partners, supporters, contractors and volunteers;

• Manages personnel processes and procedures to produce the required outcomes including: staff recruitment and selection, training and development, compensation and benefits, corrective discipline, performance evaluations and terminations;

• Ensures that staff are given the information, training, tools and support to fulfill their respective roles safely and effectively;

• Serves as the fundraiser-in-chief of the organization, setting fundraising strategy and responsible for working with staff, board and volunteers to identify prospects and secure donations;

• Coordinates the acquisition, management and effective utilization of physical and financial resources for the achievement of strategic goals and plans, including office space and related equipment, administrative and financial management processes and technology, and field-related resources;

• Ensures the maintaining of accurate and comprehensive files and records to mitigate risk and support planning;

• Acts as the organization’s Privacy Officer and takes appropriate measures to mitigate risk associated with the protection of personal and/or proprietary information including processes to maintain secure, accurate and comprehensive files and records;

• Provides leadership for community outreach initiatives designed to encourage investment and engagement through funding, donations and other forms of community support;

• Promotes collaborative partnerships and relationships with other stewardship agencies, organizations, Indigenous communities and government departments;

• Develops and maintains effective relationships with the media, business and community leaders.

Position Competencies:

Organizational Insight:Uses subject matter knowledge and expertise to develop plans for the effective securement, allocation and utilization of resources to meet or exceed organizational objectives;

Effective Communication:Expresses ideas, facts and information in a clear, timely and organized manner;

Cultural Agility: Works respectfully, knowledgeably and effectively with Indigenous people;

Relationship/Partnership Development:Adapts and uses an array of skills and techniques to build and sustain positive, supportive relationships;

Leadership:Acts with integrity and takes responsibility for own actions, builds a culture of mutual respect, co-operation and understanding by engaging and motivating staff, coaching and managing performance and fostering long-term learning and development;

Situational Insight:Adapts to and works effectively within a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups, modifying approach as operational goals and plans evolve, maintaining an awareness of the needs of other staff and continuously seeking ways to improve outcomes;

Self-Discovery & Awareness: Acts with understanding of own thoughts, feelings, values and background and how they influence one’s work and interactions;

Sustained Learning & Development: Pursues new knowledge, understanding and abilities, and relationship development;

Change Leadership: Identifies changes that need to be made and champions those changes within the organization.

Qualification Criteria:

• Strong interest in land conservation and HAT’s mission;

• Post-secondary accreditation in an applicable field of study, or significant relevant experience, preferably in a non-profit environment;

• Management experience, preferably in the non- profit sector;

• Demonstrated ability in project planning, development, evaluation and management;

• Demonstrated skill in fundraising, community outreach and communications;

• Demonstrated experience in financial / budget management and reporting;

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal skills, ability to interact and consult with individuals at all levels inside the organization and in the broader community;

• Strong preference will be given for individuals with demonstrated experience working with Indigenous Nations, Indigenous-led organizations, and/or Indigenous communities, particularly those located within HAT’s working area;

• Knowledge of private land protection tools, such as conservation covenants, land acquisition, the Ecological Gifts Program, and BC Land Title Act tools is preferred;

• Committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in HAT’s staff, board and community;

• Leads and manages with a growth mindset, open to learning and adapting;

• Ability to listen, meet people where they are and engage in meaningful dialogue with stakeholders;

• Willing and able to work irregular hours including some evenings and weekends;

• Valid BC driver’s license and access to a vehicle preferred.