Executive Director

Volunteer Victoria; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused non-profit organization in Victoria is seeking an Executive Director to lead their initiatives in volunteer management and community engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, and funding skills, with a minimum of 5 years experience in a senior role. This full-time position offers a salary between $80,000 and $86,000 annually, along with health benefits and vacation.

Benefits

Extended health and dental

RRSP after 1 year

Vacation

Qualifications

• 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally in the nonprofit or public sector.
• Proven success in grant writing, fundraising, and financial stewardship.
• Experience working with a Board of Directors and understanding of nonprofit governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team and foster a collaborative workplace culture.
• Translate strategic goals into operational plans and measurable outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, government, nonprofits, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Fund development

Community building

Interpersonal communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management or Human Resources

Job description

Executive Director Volunteer Victoria

Volunteer Victoria is seeking a leader with outstanding organizational, management, fund development, and community building skills to fill the position of Executive Director. The ideal candidate is passionate, dynamic, and brings a background of leadership and deep knowledge of the volunteer sector.

About Volunteer

Victoria Since 1974, Volunteer Victoria has been a cornerstone of the non-profit community. We believe that volunteerism is a pillar of a vibrant, resilient society. Through education, advocacy, and connection, we support hundreds of organizations and thousands of volunteers across Greater Victoria and beyond. We are guided by a new 5-year strategic plan and a passionate team committed to building connected communities through volunteerism.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a high-performing team and foster a collaborative, inclusive and welcoming workplace culture.

Translate strategic goals into operational plans and measurable outcomes.

Lead grant writing, donor engagement, and revenue generation strategies.

Oversee an annual budget of approximately $600K+ from diverse sources.

Ensure sound financial systems, reporting, and risk management.

Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, government,

nonprofits, and community stakeholders.

Act as a spokesperson and ambassador for Volunteer Victoria at events, in media, and across networks.

Support the Board with timely information, strategic insights, and policy implementation.

Ensure compliance with the BC Societies Act and other regulatory requirements.

What You Bring

Post-secondary education in Volunteer Management or Human Resources, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally in the nonprofit or public sector.

Proven success in grant writing, fundraising, and financial stewardship.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills—able to inspire, influence, and connect.

Experience working with a Board of Directors and understanding of nonprofit governance.

Deep appreciation for the role of volunteers in community building.

Knowledge of the BC Societies Act and best practices in HR and volunteer management.

Ability to leverage digital tools and platforms for communication, collaboration, and reporting.

Working Conditions

Full-time, permanent, based in Victoria, BC (hybrid work model negotiable).

Some evening and weekend work required.

Travel within the region as needed.

Salary range of $80,000-$86,000 annually, commensurate with experience, extended health and dental, RRSP after 1 year, vacation.

Application Deadline: August 10, 2025

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single PDF to [e-mail] with the subject line: “Executive Director 2025”.