President and Chief Executive Officer

Crohn's and Colitis Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Crohn’s and Colitis Canada seeks a strategic President & CEO to lead its growth and impact. The ideal candidate will drive organizational strategy, foster a high-performance culture, and engage in innovative fundraising while advocating for public policy. This role is pivotal in enhancing the lives of those affected by Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Qualifications

• Values-driven leader with exceptional strategic and operational skills.
• Proven strengths in change management and decision-making.
• Financially savvy and outcomes-driven, with effective budget management.

Responsibilities

• Drive organizational strategy and operational excellence.
• Champion innovative fundraising approaches and donor engagement.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and elevate national awareness.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Operational excellence

Team development

Fundraising

Public policy advocacy

Job description

Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is the only national, volunteer-based charity focused on finding cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improving the lives of children and adults affected by these diseases. CCC is one of the top two health charity funders of Crohn’s and colitis research in the world, investing over $150 million in research since it was founded in 1974, leading to important breakthroughs in genetics, gut microbes, inflammation and cell repair as well as laying the groundwork for new and better treatments.

Dedicated to finding a cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis while improving the quality of life for everyone affected by these chronic conditions, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is guided by a clear set of values and the goals outlined in its 2023–2026 Impact Strategy. As a key contributor, connector, and collaborator, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada plays a critical role in uniting efforts across Canada and around the world helping drive meaningful progress and delivering lasting impact for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Crohn’s and Colitis Canada is seeking an ambitious and strategic President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization through its next phase of growth and impact. Reporting to an engaged Board of Directors, the CEO will drive organizational strategy, operational excellence, and cultural transformation. They will foster a high-performance team culture, ensure financial sustainability, and champion innovative approaches to fundraising and donor engagement and stewardship. Serving as the organization’s chief ambassador, the CEO will cultivate strategic partnerships, advocate for public policy and research, and elevate national awareness of the mission.

The ideal candidate is a values driven leader with exceptional strategic, operational, and people leadership skills. You bring proven strengths in change management, decision-making, and team development. Financially savvy and outcomes-driven, you can manage budgets effectively and ensure operational efficiency. You understand fundraising, can engage major donors, and inspire a national volunteer network. With your business acumen combined with an understanding of volunteer-based charity, you have a talent for building strategic alliances and influencing public policy and can connect across diverse audiences. Dedicated and digitally fluent, you are driven to lead for impact.

To fill this position, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online with a resume and cover letter at

We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.

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