Executive Director

Green Party of Ontario; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive political party in Ontario is seeking an Executive Director to lead operations and fundraising efforts post-election. This role involves strategic leadership, team management, and community engagement to advance climate action and social justice. Candidates should have strong financial and HR experience, along with a commitment to inclusive politics and advocacy.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexibility for hybrid work

Dedicated supporter base

Qualifications

• Experience in executive management within nonprofit, political, or advocacy sectors.
• Ability to build teams and problem-solve in high-pressure situations.
• Track record of growing donor support.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation of strategic goals with the team.
• Lead fundraising efforts to sustain the party's mission.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and operational matters.

Skills

Leadership and HR experience

Strong financial management

Demonstrated fundraising experience

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Political or campaign experience

Bilingualism (especially French)

Job description

Green Party of Ontario
Toronto, ON (Hybrid Possible)
Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as able
Salary: $120,000-$135,000 + benefits (Commensurate with experience)

Lead the Change You Want to See in the World.

Are you a passionate, values-driven leader ready to help shape a more sustainable, just, and hopeful future for Ontario?

The Green Party of Ontario (GPO) is seeking a visionary and strategic Executive Director (ED) to lead the Party’s operations, fundraising, and growth coming out of a record-breaking election year. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in building a political movement rooted in climate action, social justice and compassionate leadership, which aims to elect more Green MPPs.

About the Role

The Executive Director is the senior-most staff member of the Green Party of Ontario, reporting to the Provincial Executive, working closely with the Party Leader, Caucus, staff, and volunteers to:

Drive the implementation of our strategic plan

Grow and strengthen the party’s fundraising capacity

Lead a high-performing and inclusive team culture

Steward the Party’s finances with transparency and integrity

Oversee day-to-day operations, compliance, and technology

Foster deep engagement with our members, supporters, and the public

This is more than a management role—it’s a movement-building role.

Your Mission

Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with Staff, MPPs, and the membership to develop and implement annual strategic goals, track progress, and report transparently to the Provincial Executive.

Compassionate Leadership: Lead a passionate team of staff and volunteers through inclusive HR practices, mentorship, and strong organizational planning.

Fundraising & Growth: Drive the Party’s donor strategy with creativity and integrity, ensuring our fundraising reflects Green values and sustains our mission.

Operations & Compliance: Ensure smooth administration, Elections Ontario and GPO constitutional compliance and sound financial stewardship.

Community Building: Strengthen our base of members, volunteers, and local riding associations to grow a more diverse and engaged movement.

Communications & Mobilizing: Ensure consistent, values-aligned messaging across the Party and support mobilization for elections, events, and advocacy campaigns.

Who You Are

We’re looking for someone who knows politics can be a force for good—and who believes that people power works.

You are:

A confident leader with experience in executive management, ideally in a progressive nonprofit, political, or advocacy environment

A compassionate manager with an adaptable, people-first approach to building teams and problem solving in high pressure situations like elections

A fundraising strategist with a track record of growing donor support and building authentic relationships

A systems thinker—organized, analytical, and able to juggle budgets, timelines, and competing priorities

A movement builder who inspires collaboration across diverse communities, staff, and volunteers

Passionate about climate action, social justice, grassroots democracy, and equity

Qualifications

Leadership and HR experience (hiring, team-building, performance management)

Strong financial management and budgeting skills including analysis, decision making and reporting

Demonstrated fundraising experience and donor relations expertise

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to lead and motivate staff, volunteers, and stakeholders

Political or campaign experience

Experience working with multiple levels of stakeholders (boards, donors, volunteers etc) is a strong asset

Bilingualism (especially French) is an asset

Knowledge of Elections Ontario requirements is an asset

Why Work With Us?

At the GPO, we don’t just talk about a better future—we build it. As Executive Director, you’ll join a community of people committed to a set of shared values:

Ecological Wisdom

Social Justice

Participatory Democracy

Nonviolence

Sustainability

Respect for Diversity

We believe in bold climate leadership, inclusive politics, and respectful collaboration. We offer:

A dedicated and growing supporter base

Flexibility for hybrid work

Competitive salary and benefits

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re passionate about this role to: [e-mail].

Deadline to apply: October 17, 2025

Please note: interviews will be held on a rolling basis, applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration.

We strongly encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who bring diverse perspectives to politics. Accommodation will be provided during the hiring process and in the position as needed.

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Current status: Open/apply now. Date posted: Sep 19 2025 ID: 74403