Ideal Candidates have the following:
Key Behavioural competencies:
Life-long learning - A commitment and desire to invest in the development of the long-term capacity of yourself and others; creating a safe environment where learning is considered a shared experience and where people can continue to develop new skills
Embedding Equity into Organization Leadership - Embracing a model of sharing power with team members, using power for creating more equity, rather than holding power over others; valuing of collective knowledge and its application to management responsibilities
Strategic Thinking - Work collaboratively and build consensus with MFRS stakeholders to use a wide range of strategic tools and tap into different sources of knowledge to adapt to the current context in the midst of ambiguity, identify key strategic priorities, effectively take meaningful action on this direction and critically reflect and learn from any mistakes made in that process
Experience:
Experience in a senior leadership role within the non profit sector including supervising staff and managing programs
Experience in establishing and maintaining formal and informal partnerships with other service providers and stakeholders,
Experience in independently writing funding proposals with a proven track record of grants being awarded to an organization
Skilled in listening, asking questions, deepening understanding of diverse experiences and perspectives
Public speaking and facilitation experience
Experience working in services that directly support refugees and immigrants
Understanding of the range of lived experiences of refugees and newcomers
Appreciation for both the strengths and needs of newcomers
Deep commitment to building capacity for social integration and overall thriving
