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Executive Director, Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre86 Blake St., Toronto ON M4J 3C9Position: Executive DirectorCity Agency: Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre, 86 Blake St., Toronto ON M4J 3C9Job Category: Management / ExecutivePosition Type: Full Time, Permanent (in-person role)Job Region: Blake-Jones, TorontoCareer Level: Senior Executive (E.D., CEO, CFO)Salary: Wage Grade 7. Target Hiring Zone: $102,155 to $124,934 annually.Benefits: OMERS defined benefit pension in effect upon hiring Full health and dental in effect upon hiring Three weeks vacation and three float holidays per calendar yearApplication Deadline: May 4, 2025Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre is an Agency of the City of Toronto with a 50-year history of success providing a wide variety of programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors and newcomers in the Blake-Jones neighbourhood. As one of ten community centres in Toronto managed, operated and maintained by volunteer Boards of Management, Eastview is part of the City of Torontos Association of Community Centres and subject to the same requirements as other City Agencies and is accountable to Toronto City Council.The Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centres Board of Management (Board of Management) is undertaking the recruitment of an Executive Director, reporting to the Board of Management, to manage the day-to-day operations of the Community Centre and its employees.Association of Community Centres are multi-purpose facilities that provide public spaces, programs and services to meet the recreational and social needs of their local communities. A City Council- approved Relationship Framework outlines the relationship of the AOCC Boards of Management to the City of Toronto, the mandates, delegations of authority, responsibilities and expectations of each Board of Management, ensuring transparent and accountable management.Eastview is a member agency of the United Way of Greater Toronto and BGC Canada (formerly Boysand Girls Clubs of Canada). For more information, visit www.eastviewcentre.com. We are seeking a dynamic, strategic and results-oriented leader to build on our strong foundation of success and help us:Engage meaningfully with the community to enhance and expand services to meet needsStrengthen relationships with the City of Toronto, United Way, BGC Canada, and other partnersIncrease agency revenues and sustainabilityEnhance the agencys profile and impactFoster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing staff teamKey Leadership Responsibilities:Governance and StrategyWork with the Board, City, staff and key partners to establish and achieve Eastviewsmission, vision, and key strategic goals that align with the Citys prioritiesLead strategic planning that addresses identified community needs and advise on feasibility and timelinesConsult with the Board, City staff, Ward Councillor, Eastview staff and volunteers, and other stakeholders to determine priorities, establish strategic objectives and formulate programs, policies and proceduresWork with the Board on the development of policies and best practices that comply with current legislation, the City of Toronto and BGC Canada requirementsSupport and engage the Board through orientation, reports, agenda preparation, and strategic communicationProgram and Service DeliveryDevelop and execute annual operating plan and oversee the development of departmental and individual work plans that align with the strategic planLead and oversee the delivery of programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors and newcomers, including a full range of BGC Canada programsPromote equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout all programs servicesIdentify emerging needs and build new programs and services in collaboration with the communityEstablish and monitor targets and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of programs and servicesEnsure appropriate automated systems are in place for effective data management that meets programs analytical and reporting needs, facilitates management, financial and human resource administration, membership and funding Leadership and ManagementProvide strategic direction and leadership to the management team and unionized staffManage staff recruitment, training and development, performance management, labour relations and health and safetyLead, support and inspire the staff team, ensuring effective teamwork, high standards of work quality, organizational performance and continuous learningLead labour relations (e.g., disciplinary measures, grievances, terminations) by applying relevant policies, legislation and collective agreement provisionsRespond to the union and be available to represent Eastview and the AOCCs in the collective bargaining processFinancial and Facilities ManagementDevelop and manage the annual budget in partnership with Director, Finance & Operations and in consultation with the Citys Financial Planning Division, and provide leadership to management staff to ensure expenditures are maintained within City Council-approved budget limitsEnsure timely preparation and submission to the City of annual audited financial statementsLiaise with various levels of government, corporations, foundations and donors to sustain and enhance agency financial resourcesIdentify and pursue new funding streams for long-term financial stability of programs and servicesMaintain and strengthen positive relationships with key funders including the City of Toronto, United Way, BGC Canada and a range of community partners and stakeholdersOversee facility maintenance and repairs in partnership with the City of TorontoCommunity Engagement, Fundraising and AwarenessCreate and maintain a positive image of the agency and raise its profile in both the community and outside of itParticipate in Eastview programs, services and events to build and foster meaningful relationships with community membersPursue additional fundraising methods such as special events, grants, rentals and donor engagementRespond to inquiries, issues and concerns from stakeholders, funders and mediaPrepare reports and presentations for the Board, funders and community stakeholdersQualifications:Required:Post-secondary education in nonprofit management, public or business administration, or a related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and experienceLeadership experience in relationship building, strategic planning, change management, financial management, public relations, fundraising and operationsExperience developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating community services and programsProven ability to build, manage and motivate a high performing teamExperience working with unions, collective agreements and grievance managementDemonstrated success in promoting equity, diversity and inclusionStrong interpersonal, conflict resolution and communication skillsAdvanced written communication and analytical skillsDeep understanding of community development principles and engagement strategies for individuals of all ages, particularly those marginalized by society and most at risk socially, emotionally, economically, physically and those with mental health concernsKnowledge of government policy issues that impact the operations of a multi-service organization providing a broad range of services to the publicAssets:Knowledge of the Blake-Jones neighbourhood and its community infrastructureFluency with one or more languages spoken within Eastviews community and familiarity with the community culturesExperience working with government agencies and diverse cultural communitiesFamiliarity with BGC Canada programs and policiesKnowledge and understanding of relevant policies and government legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ActAdditional Information:A Vulnerable Sector Screening (police reference check) is required by the successful candidate priorto commencing employment.How to Apply: Please send your cover letter and resume to: resumes@eastviewcentre.com with the subject line Executive Director, Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre by May 4, 2025. The cover letter should indicate your years of senior management experience and salary expectations. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse community members that we serve. Eastview is committed to employment equity. We thank all applicants for their interest but will contact only those applicants selected for interviews (no phone calls please). Accommodation Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.