Executive Director – Association –Montreal Centre (Hybrid Work Model)

Tasks

• Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will oversee the organization's operations, actively contribute to the development of its strategic direction, and lead organizational transition initiatives related to a major transformation project.
• 1. Organizational Leadership
• Actively participate in defining strategic priorities with the Board of Directors.
• Oversee the financial, material, and real estate management of the organization.
• Ensure proactive and people-centered management of resources, including workforce planning, recruitment, performance evaluation, talent development, and maintaining a positive work environment.
• 2. Member Services
• Ensure member satisfaction and maintain positive relationships by understanding members' needs and delivering high-quality services.
• Develop a comprehensive annual training plan to support the ongoing development and recognition of members' professional competencies.
• Build strategic partnerships to enhance the value of membership, increase the organization’s visibility, and attract future members.
• 3. Governance and Operations
• Support and guide the team in carrying out its mandates and responsibilities.
• Plan and lead the association’s transformation by ensuring a structured transition of services, governance, assets, responsibilities, and member representation.
• Contribute to innovation and the continuous improvement of practices, services, and governance to support the association’s growth, relevance, sustainability, and long-term success.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and organizational regulations.
• Manage requests for proposals (RFPs) and legal matters.
• Ensure the effective operation of committees reporting to the Executive Director and support the Board of Directors in coordinating and monitoring its committees.
• Oversee document management and record retention.
• 4. Representation and Government Relations
• Support the implementation of strategic public affairs and government relations initiatives and ensure communications align with the Board's strategic direction.
• Represent the organization in political, media, and institutional matters alongside Board representatives.
• Assist in the preparation of official communications, including briefs, letters, position papers, and other strategic documents.
• Support organizational spokespersons during meetings with government and political stakeholders.

Advantages

• Professional, collaborative, and people-focused work environment where every individual is valued and respected.
• Diverse and stimulating projects that encourage continuous professional development.
• Flexible schedule and hybrid work model.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Four weeks of vacation upon hiring, plus an additional two-week holiday break during the year-end festive season.
• Comprehensive group insurance program.
• Partial reimbursement of professional membership fees.
• Health, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Indoor on-site parking.

Job requirements

• University degree in Administration, Human Resources, Public Relations, Law, Political Science, or another related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in a leadership role.
• Experience in strategic planning and change management.
• Experience managing human, financial, and material resources.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors, a non-profit organization, a professional association, or a professional order (strong asset).
• Experience representing an organization before government bodies, institutions, or strategic partners (asset).
• Bilingualism (French and intermediate English), both spoken and written, to communicate with English-speaking partners (approximately 5% of the time).