Executive Director Job Surrey area,BC Canada,Management

Position: Executive Director - Peace Arch Hospice Society

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Peace Arch Hospice Society

POSITION SUMMARY

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for providing visionary leadership and operational oversight to the Peace Arch Hospice Society (PAHS), advancing its mission to deliver professional, compassionate, community-based bereavement and palliative care support (without charge). Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED ensures PAHS’s strategic, financial, and operational success while fostering strong relationships with healthcare partners, donors, volunteers, and the community.

The ED serves as the primary ambassador for PAHS, championing its values, strengthening its profile, and ensuring high-quality programs and services aligned with evolving community needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

Manage program and services growth and ensure adequate resources to meet current and future needs
Collaborate with the Board to develop and achieve PAHS’s strategic plan
Identify opportunities to expand programs, partnerships, and community impact
Monitor regulatory environment, healthcare trends, bereavement and palliative care trends and needs
Bring developing public policy issues to the Board for discussion and seek Board approval for policy positions
Ensure alignment of all activities with the organization’s mission, vision, and values

Operational Excellence

Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring effective, efficient and sustainable program delivery
Develop policies to support the fair and consistent application of the administrative and legal aspects of the operations of PAHS
Lead and support program development, evaluation, and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, healthcare standards, and best practices
Establish and monitor key performance metrics and reporting systems

Financial Stewardship

Develop and manage the annual budget in collaboration with the Board
Ensure sound financial management, transparency, and accountability
Oversee financial reporting and required audits
Manage effective risk management practices to ensure staff and volunteer safety and asset maintenance and protection
Ensure financial assets are managed in accordance with Board investment policy
Engage in fundraising, grant development, and donor stewardship

Board Governance

Serve as the primary liaison between the Board and PAHS
Support Board effectiveness through timely reporting, governance support, and policy development
Advise and inform the Board in a timely manner on strategic, operational, and risk matters
Sit as an advisory and non-voting member of Board committees

Community Engagement & Partnerships

Act as a key spokesperson and advocate for PAHS
Build and sustain strong relationships with:
- Fraser Health and healthcare providers
- Community agencies and partners
- Donors, sponsors, and volunteers
Enhance PAHS’s visibility and reputation within the community

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and support staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of inclusion, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and accountability
Promote staff engagement, professional development, and organizational wellbeing
Ensure effective human resource practices, including recruitment, performance management, and succession planning

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education & Experience

Post-secondary degree in healthcare administration, not for profit management, business, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience, ideally in:

Not for profit or charitable sector
Healthcare, hospice, or palliative care environments
Demonstrated experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors

Skills & Competencies

Strong strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
Proven financial management and fundraising experience
Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent communication and public speaking abilities
High emotional intelligence with a compassionate, service-oriented leadership style
Ability to navigate complex healthcare systems and community partnerships

Key Attributes

Passion for hospice, palliative care, and community service
Integrity, transparency, and accountability
Collaborative,…