Managing Director Green Municipal Fund and Climate Programs

LE001 Federation of Canadian Municipalities; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Travel to Ottawa Head Office

Employee benefits and services

Job summary

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) invites a visionary Managing Director, GMF and Climate Programs to shape Canada’s municipal climate agenda. You will lead GMF and climate initiatives, set strategy, drive growth, and deliver measurable climate, economic and community outcomes while ensuring strong governance and financial stewardship.

As a senior leader, you will manage portfolio direction, build partnerships with federal partners and municipalities, and foster an inclusive,

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex organizations or investment platforms.
• Strong financial stewardship and risk management.
• Ability to operate across public, private, not-for-profit and capital markets.
• Experience working with governments, municipalities or public-interest partners.
• Fluency in French and English is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for GMF and climate programs.
• Set vision and strategy for GMF and climate programs.
• Lead portfolio strategy, investment direction, and program direction.
• Engage with federal partners, municipalities and stakeholders.
• Oversee governance, risk management and financial stewardship.
• Collaborate with FCM leadership and enterprise capabilities.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Investment expertise

Financial stewardship

Stakeholder engagement

Bilingual English-French

Job description

Who we are at FCM:

The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is the national voice of local governments, representing their interests with the federal government. With over 2,000 members, including Canada’s largest cities, small urban areas, rural and remote communities, as well as 20 provincial and territorial municipal associations, FCM represents more than 90% of the country’s population. Through its advocacy, funding offers and diverse programs, FCM’s work has a direct impact on Canadians’ quality of life. At FCM, we are committed to making the communities Canadians live in more prosperous, sustainable, and equitable. We aspire to be deeply respectful, collaborative, empowering and inclusive. All leaders in the organization embrace these values, the corporate culture and the passion for FCM’s mission.

About This Role:

What you’ll be doing: The Managing Director, Green Municipal Fund (GMF) and Climate Programs provides executive leadership for the GMF and is accountable for establishing and delivering the overall vision and strategy for FCM's GMF and climate programs. Working as a member of FCM’s Senior Leadership team, the Managing Director leads the strategic evolution and growth of GMF and FCM’s climate programs, ensuring they deliver measurable climate, economic and community outcomes while maintaining strong financial stewardship, governance and risk management. The Managing Director is accountable for portfolio strategy and performance; investment and program direction; relationships with federal partners, municipalities and other key stakeholders; growth and innovation; and the long‑term capitalization, sustainability and positioning of GMF. The role will be central to ensuring that GMF continues to evolve as Canada’s leading municipal climate‑delivery and financing platform. The Managing Director will also work closely across FCM to leverage the organization’s enterprise capabilities in governance, finance, risk, operations, policy, communications and member engagement.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a visionary and purpose‑driven executive who combines strategic leadership, investment expertise, the ability to operate effectively across public, private, not‑for‑profit and capital market environments to advance climate and community outcomes. They bring proven experience leading complex organizations, programs, or investment platforms, driving growth, forging strategic partnerships, and translating emerging opportunities into lasting impact. With strong financial stewardship and sound judgment, they balance innovation, risk management, and long‑term sustainability while navigating complex policy, funding, and stakeholder environments. The successful candidate brings strong financial acumen/experience, sound judgment and an ability to balance innovation, risk, accountability and long‑term sustainability. Experience working with governments, municipalities, institutional funders or other public‑interest partners would be highly valuable. The ability to work fluently in French and in English (both written and spoken) is considered a strong asset. An influential and collaborative leader, they foster inclusive, high‑performing teams, champion accountability and continuous improvement, and inspire confidence through their executive presence, analytical rigor, and ability to unite diverse stakeholders around a shared vision. The incumbent embodies FCM’s commitment to being a healthy, diverse, inclusive, and anti‑racist organization. As a senior leader in the organization, they lead in a manner that embraces these values, the corporate culture and the passion for FCM’s mandate.

What we offer:

We offer a flexible work model grounded in accountability, collaboration, and delivering results. It is designed to support both performance and well‑being. While work is primarily virtual, occasional travel to our Head Office in Ottawa is expected. The majority of the team is based in the National Capital Region. Where applicable, you may also have opportunities to travel across Canada to engage with the communities we support and better understand the impact of our work.

• Flexible work arrangements that support productivity and collaboration
• Summer schedule (July 1 to Labour Day): 7‑hour workdays Fridays off, aligned with team and operational needs
• Ongoing commitment to employee development
• Comprehensive range of employee benefits and services designed to support employee wellbeing and development. Please note: details and eligibility may vary depending on the role
• Modern office space in Ottawa’s ByWard Market and downtown core

Salary details will be discussed with qualified candidates during the recruitment process.

Odgers does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for a position.

As part of our recruitment process, we use automated artificial intelligence tools to screen applicants. All AI-generated assessments are reviewed and validated by our People and Culture team.

The future of work at FCM includes a hybrid work model; therefore, this role will be a combination of virtual and on‑site work.

The successful candidate is required live within 80kms of downtown Ottawa, unless otherwise specified, and be authorized to work in Canada.

We’re committed to fostering an organizational culture that embraces equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging, where individuals from diverse racial and ethnic identities, ages, nationalities, social economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression and physical and mental abilities can thrive and be fully engaged at their best level. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion FCM 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 and FCM throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.