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Guelph-Wellington / Region of Waterloo area
Position: Executive Director (Part-Time)
Org.: Elora Environment Centre | Tree Trust
Location:
Elora, Centre Wellington, Ontario,
near Guelph & Waterloo Region
Hours:
20 hours per week (half-time)
Compensation: $40,000 per year
Start date:
Early November 2026
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Apply by: October 14, 2026
About The Elora Environment Centre
At the Elora Environment Centre (EEC), your work has a purpose.
We're a passionate, community-minded team delivering local environmental programs that promote sustainability and create measurable change. As a small and collaborative organization, you'll have the opportunity to take initiative, work with a wide range of people, and see the impact of your work firsthand. Help us build healthier communities and a healthier environment.
About
The Role
We're entering an exciting new phase of development and are seeking a part-time Executive Director to help lead us into our next chapter. This is an opportunity for an inspiring, hands-on leader to build on a strong foundation, shape the organization's future, and make a tangible impact.
As Executive Director, you will lead EEC's staff and work with the Board to set the organization's long-term direction, with a core focus on fundraising, relationship-building, and raising our profile across Ontario. Because we are a small, collaborative organization, you'll have the opportunity to take initiative, work with diverse community members, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders, and see the results of your work firsthand.
If you're excited to bring your skills and ideas to an organization working to create healthier communities and a healthier environment, please apply.
What You'll Do
Provide strategic and operational leadership to the EEC, guiding and supporting staff to deliver on the organization's mission
Partner with the board and staff to set long-term strategic direction for the organization
Serve as the primary link between staff and the board, reporting on progress, finances, and outcomes at quarterly meetings
Lead financial planning, budgeting, and oversight to ensure sound stewardship of the organization's resources
Oversee delivery of the EEC's community programs, including our flagship program:
Tree Trust
Fundraising and development
Develop and implement fundraising strategies that support the Tree Trust business plan and the organization's long-term success
Identify and cultivate relationships with philanthropists, major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations, for both gifts and sponsor ships
Collaborate with board members on joint solicitations
Build and maintain a donor retention program that strengthens loyalty and recurring support
Track, analyze, and report on key metrics, including donor engagement and program outcomes, to inform decisions and demonstrate impact
Public engagement and advocacy
Serve as the public face of the EEC and Tree Trust at community events, in meetings, and with media
Represent the organization confidently as a spokesperson, delivering clear and compelling messages to diverse audiences
Build partnerships and raise the organization's profile provincially
Support and help deliver public events and community activities as needed
What You Bring
Experience and expertise
Demonstrated experience in the non-profit sector, ideally in a leadership or senior management role
Proven fundraising track record, including grant writing and cultivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors
An established network of relationships with local philanthropists, corporate sponsors, and foundations
Sound financial acumen, including budget development and oversight
Working knowledge of donor database systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office
Leadership and professional skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail
A collaborative, solutions-oriented leadership style that builds trust with staff, board members, and community partners
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in public speaking and media engagement
Ability to work independently with limited direction
Commitment and availability
Availability to attend events and meetings as needed.
Flexible schedule - some evenings and weekends may be required
Asset: A passion for trees and some familiarity with tree biology
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