Job Description

Organization:

Alink Foundation -- /

Position type:

3 or 4 days/week, flexible hours, remote work (could lead to 5 days/week)

Start date:

Early 2026

About Alink Foundation

Alink Foundation is a Montreal non-profit supporting

neurodivergent adults

(including adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism) and their families. As our name suggests, we build alliances for inclusion. We offer

weekly social-recreational and life-skills programs

, are developing

supervised housing opportunities

, engage in

advocacy and provide guidance to families

. Founded in 2018 by volunteer families and professionals, Alink is hiring its

first Executive Director

to lead our next stage of growth.

Position Summary

This role is ideal for someone who is a self-starter and thrives on creating change.

Reporting to the

Board of Directors

, the Executive Director (ED) will provide strategic leadership, ensure strong operations and programs, steward finances and fundraising and represent Alink with partners, donors and the community. In this position, you will collaborate with a Alink's experienced program manager, and the organization's supportive, hands-on board members.

Key Responsibilities

1) Leadership, Strategy & Governance

Provide

visionary leadership

that advances . Lead the development and execution of

short- and long-term strategic plans

with the Board. Ensure

legal, regulatory and reporting

compliance; maintain strong Board relations and timely reporting.

2) Programs & Partnerships

Oversee the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of

social-recreation, life-skills and housing

programs (in collaboration with the Program Manager). Ensure that programs reflect

best practices

and respond to the needs and goals of participants and families. Build and manage partnerships with

community groups, educational institutions, healthcare providers

and other stakeholders.

3) Fundraising & Resource Development

Together with the Board and Fundraising Consultant, design and execute a

diversified fundraising plan

(grants, donations, events, corporate partnerships).

Identify, write, and report on grants

; cultivate and steward donors and funders.

4) Finance & Administration

Prepare and manage the

annual budget

; monitor cash flow and financial health. Oversee financial operations,

reporting and compliance

with CRA and nonprofit standards. Ensure

effective stewardship of resources

: careful budgeting and expenditures, accurate records and protection of organizational assets.

5) Operations & Team

Recruit, supervise, and support

staff and volunteers; foster an inclusive, mission-driven culture. The current team is composed of part-time employees, including a Program Manager, Program Consultant, Fundraising Consultant and Educators. Establish and refine

policies, procedures, and systems

for efficient operations, facilities and program delivery.

6) Community Engagement, Advocacy & Communications

Serve as the

primary ambassador

for Alink; build relationships with families, donors, government and community leaders. Oversee and produce

communications

(website, newsletters, social media, email) and timely respond to public inquiries. Advocate for

policies and resources

that support neurodivergent adults and their families

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree (graduate degree an asset).

5+ years of

leadership experience in the non-profit or related sector, or equivalent in the community or business sectors. Demonstrated success in

organizational management, program development and fundraising and/or marketing

.

Skills & Attributes

Deep commitment to

inclusion, dignity, and opportunity

for neurodivergent adults. Familiarity with the neurodiverse community is an asset. Strong

leadership, relationship-building and communication

skills (oral/written).

Bilingual (French/English) required.

Financial acumen

(budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation). Experience managing

diverse teams and partnerships

. Competence / familiarity with

grant writing, donor relations and fundraising

.

Strong computer literacy

with experience using productivity software such as Microsoft Office and Google Apps (Docs, Drive, etc)

Compensation & Terms

Schedule:

3 or 4 days/week with flexible hours, mostly remote work (however candidates must be based in Montreal). This position could become 5 days/week within 12 months.

Competitive salary

: range is $75K to $125K annually, commensurate with skills and experience (prorated to $60k - $100K for 4 days/week)

Vacation Time

: 4 weeks (20 days) per year (prorated to 16 days for 4 days/week)
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $75,000.00-$125,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Work from home
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Language:

English (required) French (required)
Location:

Montreal, QC (preferred)
Work Location: In person