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Luke’s Place is seeking an inspiring and strategic Executive Director to lead our trauma-informed, not-for-profit organization into its next chapter. We’re looking for a visionary and skilled leader who can turn big ideas into action driving forward our strategic plan, championing key initiatives, and ensuring our daily operations run seamlessly. If you are a feminist who is passionate about making a lasting impact for women who have been subjected to intimate partner violence, we want to hear from you!Who We AreLuke’s Place is an award-winning centre of excellence in family law support for women who have been subjected to intimate partner violence. We provide legal support services and summary legal services to hundreds of women and their children across Ontario every year and share our expertise with thousands of service providers, lawyers and other professionals through training, resources and ongoing collaborations.Luke’s Place conducts research to understand the impact of legal and related systems and processes on women’s lives. We engage in and lead advocacy at the provincial and national levels to share these findings and improve laws, policies, systems and processes. Luke’s Place envisions a family law system that promotes healthy, safe families living free from abuse and the threat of abuse.Position OverviewThe Executive Director ensures the implementation of the Luke’s Place mission and mandate in accordance with its intersectional feminist values and guiding principles through effective strategic and operational leadership and community collaboration. The Executive Director works with the Board and management to develop and implement the organization’s strategic priorities and is responsible to ensure the sustainability of Luke’s Place.Key ResponsibilitiesGovernance : Active involvement with the Board and its committeesKey contributor to strategic planningDevelop and implement operational policies efficiently and effectivelyCommunity Relations and Media : Serve as the spokesperson for the organization with the media and the publicRepresent the organization on relevant committees and networks, conferences, regional / provincial / national events and organization functionsHuman Resources : Human resource policy and implementationSupervision and mentorship of the leadership team,Lead in supporting the well being of a 20+ staff teamProgram Planning, Implementation and Evaluation : Ensure services are provided within an intersectional feminist, trauma-informed diversity / equity / inclusion frameworkGuide the development and implementation of an operational plan in accordance with the Board’s strategic plan, monitor effectivenessFinancial OversightSound fiscal management Identify risks to the organization’s financial position for the Board, identify and implement strategies to mitigate and address risksOversee the development and implementation of a fund development strategyQualifications and Skills of the Ideal CandidateEssential Experience and Knowledge7 + years' experience in a senior management position or an extensive range of progressively responsible leadership experience in a non-profit with a related missionPost-secondary degree in women’s studies, human services, social work, law, non-profit management (e.G. LLB, B.A., BSW, MSW) or equivalent education and experienceSound knowledge and commitment to an intersectional feminist, trauma-informed, equity, diversity and inclusion analysis and frameworkWorking knowledge of relevant legislation including Employment Standards, Human Rights Legislation, CNCA, and funding requirementsProven experience in program development; implementation and evaluationDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of intimate partner violence and experience working in the violence against women sectorStrong commitment to addressing issues of intimate partner / gender-based violence within the legal systems that women engage withSound knowledge of and relationships within regional and provincial networks, collaborators and service providers at the intersection of violence against women and the law.Skills and AbilitiesExcellent communication skillsEffective leadership skillsAbility to work independently and as a member of a management teamExceptional interpersonal skillsAbility to work with diverse needs of staff, Board members, community members, funders, service volunteers, and clientsStrong planning, human resources and financial abilitiesEffective conflict resolution, negotiation, and mediation skillsStrong public relations and community development skillsSuperior organizational and time management capabilitiesIntermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office 365; comfortable with audio / video technologiesCompensation PackageSalary range : $120,000 - $135,000 commensurate with experience / qualificationsBenefits : Health Spending Account of $1,500, 12 paid health leave daysVacation : 4 weeks to start, paid birthday off, paid office closure at December holidaysHybrid work arrangements with considerable on-site requirement Luke’s Place is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to ensure our staff reflect the diversity of the community and we encourage applications from candidates who reflect this diversity. We strongly encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and racialized people, as well as from newcomers, gender-diverse people, and members of other equity-deserving groups. If you are comfortable, please indicate in your cover letter if you identify as a member of an equity-deserving group.We are committed to a barrier-free, equitable, and inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Luke’s Place is committed to ensuring fair and inclusive employment practices. On request, we provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. If you require accommodation, please advise us.Please submit your cover letter and resume in one combined PDF in confidence to the hiring committee c / o Katherine Taylor at [email protected] by no later than April 4, 2025 at 11 : 59 pm.We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.