Executive Director; Ed

Position: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (ED)
Executive Director
Building Multicultural Communities (BMC) is a non‑profit charitable organization committed to strengthening the self‑sufficiency, self‑reliance, and capacity of individuals and families through support programs, information, skills development, and meaningful participation in society. BMC serves diverse communities across Peel, Halton, and surrounding regions through culturally responsive, client‑centred programs in settlement, employment, youth, mental health and wellness, homelessness and housing stability, seniors’ supports, and community engagement.

Responsibilities
Leadership & Governance

Provides executive leadership and operational oversight for both BMC and My Community Services (MCS), ensuring alignment with each organisation’s mission, strategic priorities, governance requirements, financial sustainability objectives, and regulatory obligations.

Attends and participates in Board of Directors meetings.

Supports transparency, accountability, and strong relationships between the organisation, the Board, and the membership.

Prepares supporting reports for Board meetings.

Supports the Board in developing and reviewing policies for approval, develops and maintains operational procedures and job descriptions, and ensures compliance with approved policies and procedures.

Serves as the chief spokesperson and ambassador for BMC, enhancing its visibility, credibility, and reputation across the community and sector.

Ensures confidentiality is maintained at all times for members, clients, employees, students, and volunteers.

Ensures that regular organisational and programme reviews occur and that changes are made where required.

Financial Administration

Directly oversees all financial activities related to the annual and day‑to‑day operation of BMC and MCS.

Leads the preparation of a comprehensive annual budget for approval by the Board of Directors.

Partners with the Board to support funding development through research, relationship‑building, and proposal preparation.

Ensures strong financial oversight, internal controls, and compliance with organisational policies, funder requirements, and applicable regulations.

Keeps the Board informed through regular, accurate financial reports outlining the organisation’s revenues, expenses, cash flow, and emerging financial risks.

Operations and Programme Management

Manages the organisation’s day‑to‑day operations.

Establishes performance metrics and evaluates organisational outcomes to demonstrate impact, inform decision‑making, and meet funder expectations.

Supervises and participates in the development, delivery, and evaluation of BMC’s programmes and services, ensuring they reflect the mission and direction set by the Board.

Prepares supporting reports for Board meetings.

Supports the Board in developing and reviewing policies for approval, develops and maintains operational procedures and job descriptions, and ensures compliance with approved policies and procedures.

Advocates for policies and funding that advance the needs of newcomers, refugees, and vulnerable communities.

Leads enterprise risk management, including operational, financial, legal, reputational, cybersecurity, and business continuity planning.

Ensures confidentiality is maintained at all times for members, clients, employees, students, and volunteers.

Ensures regular organisational and programme reviews occur and that changes are made where required.

Human Resources Management

Determines and meets staffing requirements to effectively deliver and manage the organisation’s programmes and services.

Creates a supportive, safe, and culturally grounded work environment for employees and volunteers.

Supports and coordinates recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training processes in accordance with Board‑approved policy, in collaboration with the Board. Final hiring decisions are made by the Board.

Ensures a performance management process is in place and that regular staff reviews are conducted by managers or supervisors.

Works with the Board of Directors on salaries and other compensation matters.

Supports clear roles, fair HR practices, and consistent supervision processes that strengthen…