Director of Leadership & Team Development

E4C; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Sick days

Benefits package

EFAP

HSA

RRSP Matching

Professional development

Job summary

e4c is seeking a Director of Leadership & Team Development in Edmonton to advance leadership capabilities across the organization. You will coach senior leaders, design programs, and build a scalable leadership framework that aligns with our mission and trauma-informed practices.

The role partners with the CEO and directors, drives accountability, and fosters equity, inclusion, and collaborative culture through structured development initiatives and measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership development and executive coaching experience.
• Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating leadership programs.
• Experience advising executives and leadership teams.
• Nonprofit/social services experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with HRMS and office software.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership coaching to senior leaders.
• Develop leadership development initiatives and workshops.
• Create and maintain a leadership competency framework.
• Collaborate with CEO, directors, HR, Learning & Development, and program leaders.
• Monitor outcomes and adapt programs for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership development

Executive coaching

Organizational development

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Change management

Communication with executives

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Leadership / Organizational Development / related field

Master's degree or higher

Tools

HRMS

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Job description

Director of Leadership & Team Development

Regular Full-Time Alex Taylor School, Edmonton, AB, CA

About e4c

e4c journeys with people as they shape the lives they envision, building resources, relationships, and belonging in the communities they call home. Guided by our vision of a community where every person has the opportunity to live with dignity, belonging, and purpose, we deliver person-led, collaborative, and evidence-informed services that strengthen individuals, families, and communities. Rooted in our core values of courage, compassion, connection, and commitment, we are dedicated to creating lasting opportunities and meaningful community impact.

Position Summary

The Director of Leadership & Team Development plays a key role in advancing e4c’s leadership and organizational development priorities, partnering closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and directors across the organization. Through coaching, mentoring, and facilitation, the role equips leaders with the tools, practices, and confidence to build high-performing, resilient teams that reflect e4c’s values and mission.

The role supports a culture of accountability, continuous learning, collaboration, and development by strengthening leadership practices and fostering organizational capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership coaching and mentoring to senior leaders to strengthen communication, supervision, delegation, conflict resolution, and accountability practices.
• Develop and implement leadership development initiatives, including training, workshops, peer learning, and other opportunities that build leadership capability.
• Develop and maintain a leadership competency framework and practical tools that support effective supervision, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Partner with leaders to assess team strengths, identify development needs, and implement strategies that strengthen collaboration, trust, adaptability, and resilience.
• Facilitate team development and organizational learning sessions that promote effective collaboration, equity, inclusion, and psychologically safe and supportive work environments.
• Support leaders in developing and implementing team action plans with clear expectations, measurable outcomes, and mechanisms for accountability and follow-through.
• Monitor and evaluate leadership development initiatives and team outcomes, using feedback, reflection, and other measures to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Identify systemic leadership and team effectiveness challenges and recommend sustainable strategies aligned with e4c's values, mission, and trauma-informed practices.
• Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and leadership team, collaborating with directors, HR, Learning & Development, and program leaders to align leadership practices with organizational priorities.
• Promote consistent leadership and management practices across the organization while supporting evolving leadership and team development priorities as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Leadership, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Human Resources, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Graduate degree (Master's or higher) in a related field is considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification

• Executive Coaching certification (e.g., International Coaching Federation [ICF] or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Certification or training in Conflict Resolution or Mediation is considered an asset.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in leadership development, executive coaching, organizational development, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience designing, delivering, and evaluating leadership development programs, with broad knowledge of organizational planning, leadership development, and organizational change practices.
• Strong experience facilitating and communicating with executives, leadership teams, and diverse stakeholders, with a proven ability to build relationships, consensus, and collaboration.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage multiple priorities, and deliver measurable results within tight timelines and a fast-paced environment.
• Experience providing strategic leadership and organizational advice, with the ability to communicate organizational direction and priorities to staff, the Board, and external partners.
• Proficiency with HRMS, Microsoft Office, database applications, and other technology tools, with strong organizational and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• Experience working in nonprofit, housing, social services, or human services organizations, and/or experience supporting vulnerable populations, is considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary:$75,000.00 - $85,000.00 (based on experience)
• 4 weeks vacation + 10 paid sick days
• Robust Benefits Package
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• RRSP Matching
• Professional Development Opportunities

At e4c diversity is our strength. We embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We welcome your application regardless of origin, culture, ethnicity, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation or faith.

Prior to successful employment with e4c, applicants are required to submit a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check.