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Executive Director — Link Charity Canada Inc.

Job Title: Executive Director

Responsible To: Board of Directors

Reporting Relationships: Board Chair; Human Resources Committee Chair

Location: 604-789 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON

Description:

Link Charity is a registered charitable organization providing a valuable service, operating as a “link” between donors and their charities. Link Charity offers current knowledge of planned giving to both donors and its Member organizations. Started in 1998, in its latest fiscal year, Link provided more than $12 million to over 993 charities in Canada and manages approximately $70 million in assets. More than 50 organizations as Members use Link Charity services and expertise to promote legacy giving amongst their supporters. Uniquely, Link Charity has become the leader in Canada for its charitable gift annuity program. As Executive Director, reporting to the Board of Directors, you are committed to expanding its reach and impact by implementing the strategic plan and growing the gift-planning activities of donors and donor-visitation professionals.

Qualifications:

Certified Financial Planner designation or equivalent. Canadian Association of Gift Planners or Certified Fund Raising Executive memberships are a benefit. As the ideal candidate, you are passionate about inspiring charitable giving with education and experience in the area of planned giving. You have experience in the charitable sector, educating and encouraging individuals and organizations in the benefits and impact of charitable giving. You have a proven record in working with, or in, an organization that strategically uses charitable giving for achieving organizational outcomes. As a people leader, you are a trusted coach, partner, or advisor, encouraging people and organizations to reach their potential. You are an effective communicator who listens to seek understanding and is curious to learn. You have demonstrated a competence in financial management and general administration. A high level of interest and ability in various technologies is considered an asset.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

In partnership with the Board:

• Ensure Link Charity achieves the objects of the corporation and its purpose.
• Activities are conducted in adherence with constituted Bylaws.
• Actively support the work of the Board, Standing Committees, and Board-Directed Task Forces.
• Execute approved an annual business plan to achieve articulated outcomes for Link Charity.
• Provide support to donor-visitation professionals to assist in helping them achieve their planned-giving potential.
• Provide support to individuals with their planned giving goals.
• Provide hands on oversight of customer relationship management, accounting and customer services functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Leadership:

Manage organizational resources within existing policies and procedures to achieve strategic plan. Advise Board of deficiencies or gaps in policies and procedures.

Staff Oversight:

Provide supervision and direction to staff, volunteers and contractors within, Employment Standards Act to achieve strategic plan.

Finance:

Recommend annual operating budget/plan to the Board. Provide timely and accurate financial information for Board review and approval.

Compliance, Regulatory and Reporting:

Ensure Link Charity is compliant with various regulations as an employer, annuity provider, and registered charity.

Board/Committee Support:

Ensure Board receives accurate and timely information. Support the current three standing committees in the execution of their duties (Investment, Audit, and Human Resources).

Member Relations:

Educate and evaluate charitable organizations to support their planned giving strategy and goals. Engage with donor visitation professionals to employ Link Charity fundraising tools. Oversee and manage the Annual General Meeting.

Fundraising & Stewardship:

Plans activities that ensure donors experience a favourable and developing relationship with both Link Charity and their member organization.

Planned-Giving Expertise:

Maintain current and relevant development knowledge with a focus on planned giving. Must be a member in good standing as a Certified Financial Planner Canada and/or the Canadian Association of Gift Planners.

Representative of Link Charity:

To promote a professional image of Link Charity through all internal and external activities including Board of Directors, member organizations, existing and potential donors and the charitable sector.

Location:

The Executive Director will be based out of the Link Charity office in Don Mills, Toronto. Regular travel will be expected in meeting with donors and Members. Check the website at www.linkcharity.ca for a list of Member charities, our 2023 annual report, and the various

programs being offered.

Compensation:

$80,000 - $110,000 salary, plus competitive results-based compensation.

To Apply for this position:

Email your resume and cover letter to the CEO Selection Committee at:

ceo-recruitment@linkcharity.ca no later than April 26, 2024 at 5:00 PM EST.

Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the receipt of a current, clear Police Records Check.