General Manager

Ontario Fur Managers Federation; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the trapping industry is seeking a General Manager to coordinate activities, manage government relations, and oversee operations. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience in financial management. This full-time role involves working closely with the Executive Board to fulfill the Federation's obligations and develop innovative fundraising strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in negotiation and managing government agreements.
• Ability to develop public relations programs and fundraising strategies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform activities of the Federation as directed by the Executive Board.
• Liaise with government partners on trapping-related issues.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Federation Head Office.

Skills

Negotiation

Public Relations

Financial Management

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GENERAL MANAGER

BASIC ROLE

As an employee of the Federation, the General Manager will take direction from the Federation Executive Board, and report directly to that Executive Board. The General Manager will strive to be cognizant of, and deal with membership needs, making recommendations to the Executive Board regarding matters of Federation Policy as well as keeping the Executive Board informed of all matters pertaining to the Federation.

DUTIES

Coordinate and perform all activities of the Federation as directed by the Executive Board.

Coordinate and perform in conjunction with the Administrative Assistant the role of Secretary Treasurer of the Federation.

Coordinate and perform all approved fund-raising activities of, and for the Federation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpretation of, and fulfilling the obligations of the Federation as required in the terms of the Ontario Government Agreement, April 1st, 2025.

Negotiation and renewal of the Federation and Ontario Government Business Agreement.

Terms of that Agreement will include: to prepare an Annual Workplan, including budget.

Assist and prepare with the Federation's Auditors a yearly audited financial statement.

Identify and interpret legislative changes that affect the Trapping Industry and make recommendations regarding those changes to the Executive Board.

Liaise with government partners including Provincial and Federal Ministers, to bring forward trapping-related issues and recommendations.

Be constantly aware of the sensitive issues concerning the Trapping Industry and develop Public Relations Programs for approval and implementation by the Executive Board.

Maintain a flow of information to the Board of Directors regarding issues and obligations of the Federation to its membership.

Participate in a Joint Management Team.

Develop new and innovative means of fund-raising.

Oversee the day-to-day operation and activities of the Federation Head Office, including office supply and merchandise ordering, answering phone calls, liaising with landlord on building and rent issues.

Assist in managing trapper reporting and licensing by entering reports, contacting trappers, and processing applications.

Perform yearly written staff evaluations on the Administrative Assistant and Junior Administrative Assistant.

In conjunction with the Administrative Assistant, implement proper accounting procedures including financial reports, budgetary reports, and internal controls over all Federation funds in accordance with the Federation’s Constitution and the Ontario Government Agreement, April 1st, 2025.

Maintain and supply all paperwork, forms, and manuals necessary for the Trapper Education Program, and audit the delivery of the Fur Harvest, Fur Management, and Conservation Course as well as the Trapping Instructor Course.

Prepare and publish Federation publications as required by the Federation Constitution and the Ontario Government Agreement, April 1st, 2025.

Coordinate secretarial duties at all Board Meetings, including Agenda preparation.

Prepare written submissions or responses to Government policies, Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO), or other correspondence on behalf of the OFMF President, Executive Board, or Board of Directors.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

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