Executive Director

Acas; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social purpose real estate developer based in Vancouver is seeking an Executive Director to oversee its housing portfolio, ensuring financial viability and sustainability. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in real estate development, strategic leadership, and a commitment to affordable housing solutions. This role involves engaging with various stakeholders to advocate for community-led initiatives and drive systemic change.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in guiding organizations through growth and complexity.
• Deep understanding of multi-unit residential and mixed-use projects.
• Financially astute and experienced in navigating investment agreements.

Responsibilities

• Drive the growth and impact of CLT’s housing portfolio.
• Steward financial health and manage budgets alongside the Director of Finance.
• Build and maintain key strategic partnerships to expand CLT’s reach.

Skills

Real estate development

Leadership

Financial management

Strategic planning

Governance and risk management

Job description

Based in Vancouver, Community Land Trust (CLT) is a social purpose real estate developer focused on creating communities people are proud to call home. Established in 2015, CLT is a member of the CHF BC group of social enterprises , with over 3000 occupied homes and a further 800 in development. Today, CLT has a real asset portfolio of approximately $1.25 billion, with $35 million in operating budgets and a team of 48 staff. CLT stewards its real estate, asset management, development, and finance portfolios with access to shared corporate services of the CHF BC group.

Reporting to the CEO of CHF BC, the Executive Director (ED) drives the growth and impact of CLT’s housing portfolio, overseeing new developments, acquisitions, and redevelopments to maximize affordability and sustainability of non-market and community-based housing in BC. The ED stewards CLT’s financial health, working with the Director of Finance to secure investments, manage budgets, and ensure CLT’s long-term viability. A strategic and inspiring leader, the ED fosters a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace, mentoring a high-performing team dedicated to CLT’s mission. Building and maintaining key strategic partnerships, the ED engages with co-ops, non-profits, government agencies, lenders, investors, and community leaders to expand CLT’s reach. With a strong focus on governance and risk management, the ED ensures compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial obligations, upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability. As a key spokesperson of CLT, the ED advocates for community-led housing solutions, representing the organization at industry events, in the media, and with policymakers to drive systemic change.

As a strategic and results-driven leader, you bring a strong track record of guiding organizations through growth and complexity. You have a deep understanding of real estate development, particularly in multi-unit residential and mixed-use projects, and are well-versed in financing models for non-market housing. Your leadership style is both visionary and hands-on—you set clear strategic priorities while ensuring effective execution. With exceptional organizational management skills, you oversee complex projects, align diverse teams, and drive operational excellence. Financially astute, you navigate investment and partnership agreements with confidence, ensuring long-term sustainability. A clear and persuasive communicator, you engage community partners across sectors, articulating CLT’s mission and impact with credibility and influence. Most importantly, you are committed to fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture that delivers tangible, lasting results in affordable housing.

To Apply

To fill this position, Community Land Trust has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online. For more information, please contact Hermina Khara or Camille Petitti of Odgers Berndtson. We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Community Land Trust is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers Berndtson and Community Land Trust throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

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