Executive Director (Interim - 15 month)

Hackergal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity seeks an Interim Executive Director for a 15-month contract to guide organizational operations during a pivotal transition. The successful candidate will oversee key initiatives, manage fundraising, and uphold Hackergal’s mission of equity in tech education, driving impactful change for girls and gender-diverse youth across Canada.

Benefits

December end of year closure

Paid birthday day off

Health and dental benefits

Work in a Toronto tech hub

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fundraising and partnership development.
• Experience leading diverse teams and navigating organizational change.
• Commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Guide implementation of strategic plans and ensure operational alignment.
• Lead fundraising efforts and manage relationships with stakeholders.
• Act as liaison to the Board of Directors, ensuring smooth leadership transition.

Skills

Fundraising success

Empathetic leadership

Change management

Collaborative communication

Financial oversight

Education

Senior leadership experience in non-profit or education

Understanding of governance

Tools

Digital learning tools

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Position : Executive Director, 15-Month Contract (Maternity Leave Assignment)

Location : Toronto, ON

Reports To : Board of Directors

Position : Executive Director, 15-Month Contract (Maternity Leave Assignment)

Location : Toronto, ON

Reports To : Board of Directors

The Opportunity

Hackergal is seeking an experienced, values-driven leader to guide the organization through a pivotal 15-month period of growth and transition. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Interim Executive Director will oversee all areas of organizational operations, including fundraising, partnerships, marketing, programs, and people, while ensuring strong alignment with our mission and three-year strategic plan.

This interim role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of a national charity, support a leadership transition, and steward high-impact initiatives that drive equity in tech education for girls

• and gender-diverse youth across Canada!!

Core Responsibilities

Organizational & Team Leadership :

• Guide the implementation of Hackergal’s strategic plan and drive key initiatives and innovation forward.
• Provide day-to-day operational oversight across departments, ensuring alignment between strategy and execution.
• Foster a high-performing, inclusive team culture rooted in Hackergal’s core values.Mentor and support staff stepping into interim or acting roles during this transitional period.
• Oversee program delivery and ensure alignment with funder expectations, Key Performance Indicatorss, and impact measurement goals.
• Support operational excellence through communications, people practices, and digital tools.
• Ensure strong financial management, legal compliance, and risk oversight.
• Leverage digital learning tools to support the growth and accessibility of Hackergal Hub and curriculum offerings.

Partnerships :

• Lead and execute a fundraising strategy to meet annual targets.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with corporate, foundation, and government funders.
• Represent Hackergal externally and champion donor stewardship.
• Ensure fiscal responsibility, budget management, and grant compliance.

Governance & Transition :

• Act as primary liaison to the Board of Directors, preparing materials and leading strategic updates.
• Maintain institutional knowledge and support documentation of key decisions.
• Ensure a smooth and thoughtful handoff to the incoming permanent Executive Director, including knowledge transfer and continuity planning.

What You’ll Bring :

• A deep commitment to Hackergal’s mission and equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Senior leadership experience in the non-profit, education, or social impact sector.
• A track record of fundraising success and partnership development, including public sector engagement. Strong financial oversight, governance understanding, and experience working closely with boards.
• Empathetic and collaborative leadership style with strong coaching and communication skills.
• Experience navigating change, leading cross-functional teams, and supporting staff development.
• Comfort with participatory operational leadership and fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with digital learning tools, platforms, or curriculum delivery is an asset.
• A demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, and decolonizing practices, with an understanding of how these values apply to leadership, philanthropy, and programming.
• Flexible work schedule; evening / weekend availability may be required.
• Travel required for Hackergal events and national initiatives.
• A proactive and participatory leadership approach.
• We are a team-oriented organization that values collaboration and mutual support, so additional responsibilities may be required.

Success in this Role :

The successful candidate will respectfully step into this role to maintain and strengthen Hackergal’s financial and operational health, deepen stakeholder engagement across sectors, and raise the organization’s national profile during a maternity leave coverage. They will be a visible and trusted leader, ensuring Hackergal delivers on its strategic plan as well as all key performance indicators and inspires confidence among funders, donors, partners, team members, and the Board of Directors. A structured onboarding process and transition plan will be provided by the current Executive Director to ensure a smooth handover and strong foundation for success.

The Perks :

• December end of year closure (typically last two weeks)
• Paid birthday day off
• Health and dental benefits
• Work in a Toronto tech hub (our office!!) : DMZ

Salary :

100,000-120,000 CAD per annum (will reflect experience)

Interview Process :

1. Initial Phone Screen

2. Formal Interview

4. Final Interview with Board of Directors

If you require an accommodation for our interview process, please contact [emailprotected] .

• Hackergal is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome the participation of girls, gender-diverse, non-binary, and two-spirit learners. We use an inclusive definition of “girls” and “women” and welcome the participation of all learners who identify as girls.

Hackergal is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, Black and other racialized people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and people with intersectional identities.

Seniority level

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