Executive Director

Northwest Employment Works; Dryden; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional employment advocacy organization is looking for an Executive Director to lead its operations in Dryden, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have experience in non-profit leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships within the community. Responsibilities include engaging membership, advocating for local businesses, and overseeing financial operations. This on-site position offers $30.00 per hour with benefits and is expected to work 30 hours per week, primarily from Monday to Thursday.

Benefits

3 weeks paid vacation

Potential benefits through application process

Qualifications

• Experience in a non-profit or membership-based organization is an asset.
• Proven ability to build relationships and close sales.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Chamber publicly and advocate for business.
• Grow and engage membership through proactive recruitment strategies.
• Plan, manage, and execute events, programs, and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Experience in non-profit or membership-based organization

Executive Director or business management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva or similar

Constant Contact

Job description

Job Opportunity: Executive Director

Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader who thrives on building strong business communities?
Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader who thrives on building strong business communities?

The Dryden District Chamber of Commerce is seeking a highly capable and committed Executive Director to lead and grow our organization. This is a senior leadership role for a professional who brings focus, goal orientated follow-through, and a genuine passion for supporting local business.

About the Role

Being a non-profit organization, the Executive Director works closely with our membership of approx. 115+ members to advocate concerns, promote and grow the value of membership, build business connections, fundraising, and grant writing. While working with a board of directors you will be responsible for implementing the strategic plan, annual operating budget, planning and running events, basic marketing, hosting meetings, while maintaining day-to-day operations. You will work with our bookkeeper for monthly reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the Chamber publicly and advocate for business
• Grow and engage membership through proactive recruitment and retention strategies
• Generate non-dues revenue
• Plan, manage, and execute events, programs, and marketing initiatives
• Oversee financial operations, budgeting, grant applications, and work closely with the bookkeeper on monthly reporting
• Support staff, sub committees and volunteers as needed
• Report regularly to the Board of Directors and monthly board of directors meetings.
• Stay informed on legislative, economic, and industry trends impacting local businesses
• Maintain social media posts and keep website current

Qualifications

• Experience in a non-profit or membership-based organization, an asset
• Previous experience as Executive Director or business management, marketing manager and/ or sales manager.
• Proven ability to build relationships and close sales
• Proven understanding of how to work with a board, annual budget and Strat plan.
• Experience with Canva or similar program to create marketing branded items
• Experienced with Constant Contact, an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn accounting software
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Hold a valid Class G driver’s license, with own vehicle for use & proof of insurance.

Additional Details

Position Type: On-site, leadership role

Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday–Thursday), with occasional pre-planned evening or weekend commitments.

Location: 61 King Street, Dryden, ON

Compensation: $30.00 per hour with 3 weeks paid vacation

Benefits: Available through a benefits application process for the successful candidate

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]
Application deadline: Sunday, January 18, 2026 by 5:00 pm.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.