Executive Director, Grief Support & Community Growth

Indigenous professionals; Oakville; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families, based in Oakville, Ontario, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, oversee programs, operations, and fundraising, and steward growth in a grief-informed community. This full-time role is in-person, reporting to the Board, with a focus on expanding services and partnerships.

The ideal candidate will bring compassionate leadership, strong governance experience, fiscal literacy, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, guiding

Qualifications

• Progressive leadership experience in the non-profit and social service sector.
• Ability to lead a board-driven governance process and develop staff.
• Strong financial literacy and budget management.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic plan and oversee programming and operations.
• Oversee fundraising strategies and donor engagement for financial sustainability.
• Build relationships with families, partners, and community organizations.
• Champion inclusivity and effective governance with the board.

Job description

The Lighthouse for Grieving Children & Families, based in Oakville, Ontario, seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic leadership, oversee programs, operations, and fundraising, and steward growth in a grief-informed community. This full-time role is in-person, reporting to the Board, with a focus on expanding services and partnerships.

The ideal candidate will bring compassionate leadership, strong governance experience, fiscal literacy, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, guiding