Posted on July 15, 2012

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Executive Director

The Executive Director of Great Lakes United shall serve as a coordinator of the Organization’s operations and programs. The Executive Director is selected and appointed by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director shall be the chief salaried employee of the Organization and shall have the authority and responsibility of this position as outlined in the terms of reference established by the Board of Directors. The Executive Director shall report to the Board, provide support to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, and function under the direct supervision of the President.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Administration:

• Overall manager of the organization
• Implementation of the Strategic Plan
• Supervision of all Staff (Buffalo, Montreal, Hamilton)
• Monthly analysis of Financial Reports and Statements
• Insure the long term sustainability of Great Lakes United
• Provide all necessary support to Members of the Board and the Executive Committee
• Represent Great Lakes United on other boards

Fundraising:

• Oversee the implementation of the Development Plan
• Develop and oversee writing and implementation of new and present core grants for the general fund
• Develop, administer, monitor, and participate in major fundraising events
• Take responsibility for and assist with the promotion of increased organizational and individual membership
• Participate actively and assist staff with grant development and maintain productive long term relationships with funders

Great Lakes Policy:

• Speak on behalf of Great Lakes United and intervene on Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River basin policies/agreements development to all levels of governments
• Attend meetings, generate and collaborate on letters and media concerning Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River basinwide issues
• Participate in major forums and events
• Speak and/or develop written materials on Great Lakes issues for various interest groups who want a basinwide perspective

• Assist with the promotion of increased organizational and individual members’ active participation in Great Lakes United and Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River issues and actions
• Connect Great Lakes United’s mission with the public, non-governmental organizations, and all levels of government

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences/Studies or in a related field
• Experience as an Executive Director of a nonprofit organization
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Experience in all aspects of fundraising
• Grant proposal development
• Basic financial management skills
• Ability to effectively establish priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent capacity in supporting staff on all aspects related to their work
• Experience in coordinating and working with and building coalitions
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated patience, tact and respect – a Great Lakes spokesperson
• Communicating, working with, and supporting the Board of Directors
• Working in close relationship with the Executive Committee
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-up skills desired

• Experience with the French language an asset but not a requirement
• This position description does not list all the duties of the job
• The Board of Directors has the right to revise this job description at any time
• This position description is not a contract for employment

Application Instructions

Please send resume and any other information to ccbarb@gmail.com. Thanks!