Founded in 1986, Independent Living Canada (IL Canada) is the national umbrella organization, representing and supporting a network of 24 IL Centres across Canada. IL Canada promotes the Independent Living Philosophy of self-determination and control over one's own life as independent persons with a disability.
Position:
National Executive Director, Full time
Responsible to
: IL Canada Board of Directors
Positions Supervised
: All staff, project coordinators
Salary: $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Virtual work with some in-person requirements within Canada
4 weeks vacation must be taken annually (no carry over)
Compassionate/Caregiver leave (annually)
Medical leave (sick days - no carry over)
Schedule:
37.5 hours/week
Monday to Friday, but may require some weekend availability
Travel will be required
Overview
The National Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership and management to the national independent movement and centres in delivering the strategic directions established by the Board of Directors ("Board"). The National Executive Director (NED), in partnership with the Board of Directors, will be a strategic leader providing clear vision and long-term direction aligned with IL Canada's mission, values, and strategic goals, and will work collaboratively with the Board of Directors to establish priorities and drive systemic change in support of people with disabilities. The National Executive Director (NED) will lead national planning efforts and ensure alignment across regional and organizational initiatives.
They will be able to demonstrate success in leadership and experience supporting a Board of Directors in its governance role. The NED will represent IL Canada and act as principal liaison with various constituencies including agencies, governments, donors, sponsors and volunteers. This leadership role inspires an environment of excellence and accountability for the activities and results of all the operations of IL Canada that are consistent with Independent Living Canada's Mission and Vision.
The following are key areas of focus for the National Executive Director.
Leadership
Strategic Planning & Financial Management and Special Projects
Operations Management
Board Communications & Policy Development
Proposal and Grant Writing
Fundraising experience
Stakeholder Management
Support the management team of all IL Centres
Act as the national spokesperson for IL Canada, representing the organization in media, public forums, and policy discussions.
Advance disability rights and Independent Living principles through advocacy at the federal level and in partnership with other disability organizations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
It is desirable for the successful candidate to have knowledge and familiarity with disability, inclusion, and accessibility. The ideal candidate will have lived experience of disability, successfully led other not for profit associations and experience with revenue diversification. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated knowledge of the Independent Living movement and a commitment to the Independent Living philosophy.
Must be PWD (person with a disability) or have lived experience
Post-secondary degree in Business; Social Services, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related field
Bilingual (English and French) preferred
Other languages spoken would be considered an asset
Minimum 2 years work within not for profits
Minimum 2 years' experience of work with a Board of Directors and understanding of a governance versus an operational board
Experience leading a small team independently
Demonstrated organizational, leadership and management ability
Strong business acumen with experience managing a diverse budget over a million dollars
Excellent and clear communicator who loves getting out in the community and building a positive network
Proficient computer skills to include MS office suite, Project Management, and virtual platforms
You must be able to articulate how your education and experience will benefit the position directly
Must be a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status
Experience
Proven experience in a leadership role within a nonprofit or similar organization.
Strong skills in negotiation, with a successful history of securing partnerships or funding.
Demonstrated ability in business development and expanding organizational capabilities.
Experience in project management, including planning, execution, and evaluation of projects.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity. We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference to apply for this exciting opportunity to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth and success.
How to apply:
Independent Living Canada supports the Government of Canada's Employment Equity Act. We encourage applications from the employment equity designated groups: women, Indigneous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. IL Canada also supports creating and sustaining a workplace that is equitable and inclusive of the LGBTQ2S+ community and other equity-seeking groups.
Please submit to: hr@ilc-vac.ca
Submit a well authored accessible cover letter with your detailed resume to hr@ilc-vac.ca Your application will not be considered without a cover letter. Your cover letter will demonstrate your understanding of this posting and ability to communicate effectively.
Vie Autonome Canada
Fondee en 1986, Vie Autonome Canada (VA Canada) est l'organisme national-cadre qui represente et soutient un reseau de 24 centres VA a travers le Canada. VA Canada fait la promotion de la philosophie de la vie autonome axee sur l'autodetermination et le controle de sa propre vie en tant que personnes handicapees vivant de facon autonome.
Poste:
Directeur(trice) general(e) national(e), Temps plein
Releve de:
Conseil d'administration de VA Canada
Postes supervises
: Tout le personnel, coordonnateurs(trices) de projet
Salaire: 78,000.00 $ par annee
Avantages:
Travail virtuel avec quelques exigences en personne au Canada
4 semaines de vacances doivent etre prises chaque annee (aucun report)
Conge de compassion/proche aidant (annuel)
Conge de maladie (journees de maladie - non reportables)
Horaire:
37,5 heures/semaine
Lundi au vendredi, mais peut exiger une disponibilite certaines fins de semaine
Des deplacements seront requis
RESUME DU POSTE
Le(la) directeur(trice) general(e) national(e) est responsable d'assurer le leadership et la gestion du mouvement national de la vie autonome et des centres, afin de mettre en oeuvre les orientations strategiques etablies par le conseil d'administration ( le Conseil ). Le(la) directeur(trice) general(e) national(e) (DGN), en partenariat avec le conseil d'administration, sera un(e) leader strategique offrant une vision claire et une orientation a long terme, alignees sur la mission, les valeurs et les objectifs strategiques de VA Canada, et travaillera en collaboration avec le conseil d'administration pour etablir les priorites et favoriser des changements systemiques au benefice des personnes en situation de handicap. Le(la) DGN dirigera les efforts de planification nationale et veillera a l'alignement des initiatives regionales et organisationnelles.
Il/elle pourra demontrer des reussites en leadership et une experience de soutien a un conseil d'administration dans son role de gouvernance. Le(la) DGN representera VA Canada et agira comme principal(e) interlocuteur(trice) aupres de divers groupes, y compris les agences, les gouvernements, les donateurs, les commanditaires et les benevoles. Ce role de leadership inspire un environnement d'excellence et d'imputabilite pour les activites et les resultats de l'ensemble des operations de VA Canada, conformement a la mission et a la vision de Vie Autonome Canada.
Les domaines cles d'intervention pour le(la) directeur(trice) general(e) national(e) sont les suivants.
Leadership
Planification strategique, gestion financiere et projets speciaux
Gestion des operations
Communications avec le Conseil et elaboration de politiques
Recherche de financement et redaction de subventions
Experience en collecte de fonds
Gestion des parties prenantes
Soutenir l'equipe de direction de tous les centres VA
Agir comme porte-parole national(e) de VA Canada, representant l'organisme dans les medias, les forums publics et les discussions sur les politiques.
Faire progresser les droits des personnes handicapees et les principes de la vie autonome par la defense des droits au niveau federal et en partenariat avec d'autres organisations de personnes handicapees.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Il est souhaitable que la personne retenue possede des connaissances et une familiarite avec le handicap, l'inclusion et l'accessibilite. La personne ideale aura une experience vecue du handicap, aura dirige avec succes d'autres organismes sans but lucratif et possedera une experience en diversification des sources de revenus. La personne retenue devrait demontrer une connaissance du mouvement de la vie autonome et un engagement envers la philosophie de la vie autonome.
Doit etre PSH (personne en situation de handicap) ou avoir une experience vecue
Diplome d'etudes postsecondaires en administration des affaires; services sociaux, sciences sociales, politiques publiques ou domaine connexe
Bilingue (anglais et francais) de preference
La connaissance d'autres langues serait consideree comme un atout
Minimum de 2 ans de travail au sein d'organismes sans but lucratif
Minimum de 2 ans d'experience de travail avec un conseil d'administration et comprehension de la distinction entre un conseil de gouvernance et un conseil operationnel
Experience de direction autonome d'une petite equipe
Aptitudes demontrees en organisation, leadership et gestion
Solide sens des affaires avec experience de gestion d'un budget diversifie de plus d'un million de dollars
Excellente capacite de communication, aime aller dans la communaute et batir un reseau positif
Maitrise des outils informatiques, incluant la suite MS Office, la gestion de projets et les plateformes virtuelles
Doit pouvoir expliquer clairement en quoi sa formation et son experience profiteront directement au poste
Doit etre citoyen(ne) canadien(ne) ou resident(e) permanent(e)
Comment postuler:
VA Canada soutient la Loi sur l'equite en matiere d'emploi du gouvernement du Canada. Nous encourageons les candidatures des groupes designes aux fins de l'equite en emploi : femmes, peuples autochtones, personnes en situation de handicap et membres des minorites visibles. VA Canada appuie egalement la creation et le maintien d'un milieu de travail equitable et inclusif pour la communaute LGBTQ2S+ et les autres groupes en quete d'equite.
Veuillez soumettre a: hr@ilc-vac.ca
Soumettez une lettre de presentation accessible et bien redigee avec votre CV detaille a hr@ilc-vac.ca. Votre candidature ne sera pas prise en compte sans lettre de presentation. Votre lettre demontrera votre comprehension de cet affichage et votre capacite a communiquer efficacement.
Date limite de soumission: 10 octobre 2025 ou jusqu'a ce qu'une personne candidate convenable soit trouvee.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $78,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
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