Executive Director

Executive Director

Canada's Accredited Zoos and Aquariums - Aquariums et Zoos Accrédités du Canada (CAZA/AZAC)

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums - Aquariums et Zoos Accrédités du Canada (CAZA/AZAC) is seeking an experienced association and public affairs executive to lead its organization as Executive Director.

THE ORGANIZATION :CANADA’S ACCREDITED ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS

Founded in 1975, CAZA/AZAC is a charitable organization that represents the nation’s leading zoological parks and aquariums. CAZA/AZAC regulates the only pan-Canadian standards for zoos and aquariums, covering animal welfare, public safety, conservation and science, ethical practices, and public engagement. For more information on the organization, its vision and mission, please visit the website www.caza.ca

THE POSITION :EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Executive Director will promote national recognition of CAZA/AZAC and its members as trusted leaders in contributing to the sustainability of the natural world, whose standards exemplify international best practice in the care of animals and promoting conservation action.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

▪        Guides the strategic direction of the organization, consistent with the vision established by the board of directors.

▪        Establishes and leads an integrated approach to government and community relations, advancing awareness of CAZA/AZAC’s vision, presence, engagement and impact locally, provincially and nationally.

▪        Promotes collaborations among members that enhance the organization’s regional and national presence and influence public policy.

▪        Monitors emerging issues and provides timely strategic information and advice regarding government priorities, public policy, legislation, regulations, accountability requirements, issues, and industry trends, challenges and opportunities.

▪        Fosters strategic working relationships with other industry associations, key agencies and academia to advance CAZA/AZAC objectives.

▪        Acts as principal spokesperson for the organization with media and other stakeholders.

▪        Oversees the operations, planning and budget for CAZA/AZAC, including the coaching and supervision of a small team of professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

▪        Five to seven years of progressive association management experience or a blend of association and other relevant management experience.

▪        Significant experience and proven track record in government relations, advocacy communications, and public affairs.

▪        Significant experience working with member-based organizations, as well as volunteer boards and committees.

▪        Proven track record in issue management and media relations, including in a spokesperson role.

▪        Demonstrated leadership in building and sustaining successful relationships and collaborations with external partners.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

▪        Knowledge and understanding of leadership and management principles as applied to non-profit governance models.

▪        Knowledge and understanding of the working of governments (all levels) as well as public sector decision-making.

▪        Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills.

▪        Industry knowledge or experience would be an asset.

▪        Bilingualism (spoken and written) is considered an asset.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a copy of your resume with a completed self-assessment (see below) to cazainterimdirector@caza.ca.

Submissions must be received at the above e-mail address no later than end of business day Friday, January 3rd, 2020.

Candidate Self-Assessment -- CAZA/AZAC Executive Director

This self-assessment form is intended to offer you the opportunity to capture, in your own words, the experiences, competencies and values that help to support your candidacy. Please provide supporting statements, highlighting your experience and achievements. Feel free to use as much space as you require.

Section A: Please provide relevant/comparable experiences as they relate to this role.

Section B: Please provide answers to the questions as they relate to your candidacy.

SECTION A - Executive Director Mandates

1. Advocacy and government relations

2. Establishing a visible presence and national profile

3. Governance and Board Relations

4. Member engagement and mobilization

5. Strategic and administrative leadership

SECTION B – About Your Candidacy

1. What is your motivation for pursuing this opportunity?

2. What are your salary/compensation expectations?

3. If successful, when would you be able to start in this new position

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums / Zoos et aquariums accrédité du Canada

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors and working closely with the Association President, you will be responsible for the overall operations of the association and for ensuring sound human, financial and material resource management of the organization. You will plan, organize, direct and supervise the main activities of the Association in collaboration with the National Office team in accordance with the strategic guidelines adopted by the Board of Directors. You will make recommendations to the Board on its activities as well as on all standards, policies and procedures designed to have a medium- to long-term positive impact on the organization. In your role as spokesperson for the association, you will participate actively in raising its profile and developing its network of partners. You will represent the Association during discussions with external stakeholders and in the context of different events involving the general public and the Association’s partners, such as the associations to which it belongs and various levels of government. You will ensure strategic monitoring of the context in which the Association is evolving, while constantly paying attention to its operations, financial health and sustainability.

Key Experience and Competencies

·        Undergraduate university degree in a relevant discipline.

·        Ten years’ experience in a senior management position, working with a Board of Directors;

·        Ability and experience as a spokesperson.

·        A modern, unifying and honest manager, known for leadership, who knows how to voice authority and make courageous decisions.

·        Demonstrated ability to negotiate long-lasting business and financial partnerships, maintain a national and international network to raise the profile of the Association.

·        Capacity to communicate effectively with all levels inside and outside of the organization.

·        Strategic vision and capacity to translate this vision in concrete activities and results.

·        Solid financial management skills

·        Expertise and experience in strategic planning.

·        Passion for the Association’s mission.

·        Knowledge of the context in which the members of the national and international zoo and aquarium associations evolve (such as the AZA, AZAC and WAZA), as well as the challenges they face, would be an asset.

·        Demonstrated capacity to work effortlessly in English and the ability to communicate in fluent French is required.

CAZA-AZAC National Office is located in Ottawa.  The contract nature of this position allows flexibility in work location but proximity to Ottawa would be an asset.

Competitive contract terms to be negotiated.

Submit resume complete with desired renumeration by mail to:

 

Denise Prefontaine

CAZA-AZAC President

c/o Edmonton Valley Zoo

PO Box 2359

Edmonton, Alberta

T5J 2R7

Or via e-mail to:  Denise.Prefontaine@edmonton.ca

Application deadline:  May 22, 2013