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2 Current Open Positions at Amelia Rising Sexual Violence Support Centre:

1) Executive Director, Full-Time, Permanent
Amelia Rising Sexual Violence Support Centre is dedicated to ending sexual violence and fostering a safe, supportive, just and equitable society.

JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the effective day-to-day operations and management of the organization.

Major Responsibilities:

• Effectively direct and oversee the short and long term plans and policies of the organization
• Provide leadership, management and motivation to staff and volunteers through effective goal setting, delegation and communication
• Ensure that the Board of Directors is fully informed of the operations of the Centre
• Assist the Board of Directors with research and development of policy directions for the Centre
• Hire permanent and contract staff with the assistance of an ad hoc Personnel Committee
• Continually monitor professional standards of staff and ensure all employee performance evaluations are completed on time
• Be the liaison with the public, funders, stakeholders, community partners, media and other collaborators
• Represent Amelia Rising on relevant community committees and maintain an awareness of changing community needs and trends
• Initiate and coordinate action and lobbying relating to issues of sexual violence and other issues pertinent to clients
• Be responsible for formulating an annual budget in collaboration with the Board of Directors and Treasurer
• Fulfill funding and grant requirements including developing grant funding applications, all project reporting and evaluations
• Ensure the planning and delivery of programs and services in a fiscally responsible manner
• Monitor ongoing expenditures and adhere to the approved annual budget
• Develop and implement (in collaboration with the Board of Directors) risk management and regulatory compliance including all financial, legal, insurance, health, safety and fire requirements;
• Provide support to the Board of Directors and attend monthly Board meetings, and Board sub-committee meetings as required
• Perform other duties as determined by the Board of Directors

Qualifications:

• A strong understanding of sexual violence from a feminist, anti-racist, anti-oppression perspective
• The ability to publicly represent Amelia Rising to various organizations, government agencies and media for the purpose of awareness, fund raising and community relations
• At least 5 years’ experience in managing staff
• A University Degree or the equivalent in service or experience
• Excellent communication, time management, networking and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse staff, volunteers and clients and an understanding of marginalized and diverse communities
• Knowledge of community-based economic, political and socio-economic conditions
• A proven track record in fundraising
• Negotiation experience with conflict resolution skills
• Fluent in both English and French
• Experience in report writing and conducting program evaluations
• Experience in a leadership role in the non-profit sector is an asset
• Experience working with a Board of Directors is an asset
• Experience in clinical supervision an asset
• Public speaking is an asset

Please submit a cover letter and resume by August 14th, 2020 at 4:30 pm to:

Hiring Committee,
Board of Directors
boardameliarising@gmail.com
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Amelia Rising is committed to a staff team that reflects diversity within the community. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

2) Office Administrator, Full-Time, Contract (open until filled)

Responsible to the Executive Director for reception and administration duties, office
maintenance, administrative and client support. The position is full time contract for one
month with possibility of extension.