Need a job? Love bikes? Do you have what it takes to be an Executive Director of a new organization that aims to be a unified voice for all cyclists in Toronto?
If so, you may want to contact the Toronto Cyclists Union.
The full job posting is on their website, but here are some excerpts for you:
Position Description: The Executive Director, working under the direction of the Board of Directors, is responsible for growing the membership base of the Toronto Cyclists Union. The Executive Director will develop the identity of the organization among members by advancing the mission of the union and ensuring the overall success and operation of its programs.Key responsibilities include:
- Developing processes for and managing the day-to-day operations of the organization
- Developing recruitment strategies for new members and a retention program for existing members
- Developing advocacy campaigns that raise the profile and advance the mission of the organization
- Acting as the external spokesperson for the Toronto Cyclists Union
- Acting as a central point person and resource for each of the volunteer committees in the critical program areas:
- Advocacy (ward advocacy program, lobbying, campaigns)
- Membership (recruitment, retention, mailouts, database, benefits)
- Communications (newsletter, website/facebook content, other informational material, media)
- Outreach (fundraising and community building events, new Canadians programming)
- Fundraising (contracts, sponsorships, grants)
- Information Technology (website, email lists, intranet, social networking)
- Governance (strategic planning, organizational structure, board development)
- Finance (developing business plan, overall financial management)
- Working with government agencies, such as the City of Toronto and Metrolinx to develop improved bicycle policies and facilities
- Promoting cycling via public information, education, and advocacy
- Preparing agendas and reports for Board meetings
- Responding to media queries and developing media releases
- Administering grants and contracts
- Hiring and supervising staff when the viability arises
Full job posting on the Toronto Cyclists Union website.
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