UVSS Executive Director Job Description – Summary

JOB SUMMARY:

The University of Victoria Students’ Society is seeking an Executive Director (ED) to carry out its mission, vision and values, and enact the strategic direction set by the Board of Directors.

The ED is responsible for the successful and engaged leadership and management of the Society, in cooperation with the General Manager (GM) and the Administration & Services Manager (ASM).

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure that the social enterprise (business units) supports and promotes the UVSS’ social mission.

  • Lead strategic planning. 

  • Ensure the legal, privacy, and financial compliance of the UVSS.

  • Provide human resources management and oversight. 

  • Oversight of the General Office, advocacy groups, affiliated organizations, and Zap Copy and SUBtext. 

  • Lead Board of Directors and Staff relations, in collaboration with the GM and ASM.

  • Develop operational and financial policies, in collaboration with the GM and ASM.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum five-years of progressive management experience in a senior management role in a non-profit organization leading a large staff. 

  • Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree is preferred. 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of leadership and management principles as they relate to non-profit organizations. 

  • Demonstrated experience leading strategic planning. 

  • Demonstrated experience in human resource management, including experience managing in a unionized environment and comprehensive understanding of labour management, collective bargaining and collective agreements.  

  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal and provincial legislation applicable to non-profit organizations including: employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, etc. 

  • Minimum three-years’ experience with financial reporting and budget management across multiple departments or operations within an organization. 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of the statutory and regulatory framework governing universities and student associations. 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of current challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the Society. 

  • Demonstrated understanding of disability, gender, sexuality, race, and class, and commitment to creating safer spaces. 

  • Demonstrated experience with collaborative group decision-making frameworks. 

  • Demonstrated understanding of anti-oppressive and inclusive organizing practices.  

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] before 9am, Monday June 28th. Applications submitted without both a cover letter and resume will not be considered.

This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive base salary ($70,000 – $75,000), commensurate with experience, a pension plan, and a very generous vacation and benefit package.

For more details and the full job description please visit our website: uvss.ca/jobs.