Lead the next chapter of Downtown Cambridge The Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area (BIA) is seeking an experienced, collaborative and community-minded Executive Director to lead the organization and advance the future of Downtown Cambridge.

Working with the Board, BIA members, property owners, government and community partners, the Executive Director will:

- Lead implementation of the four-year strategic plan and key downtown initiatives.
- Build strong business, government and community partnerships.
- Advocate for the interests of Downtown Cambridge.
- Identify economic development, funding and partnership opportunities.
- Provide strategic oversight of events, marketing, communications and destination marketing.
- Manage budgets, contracts, projects and organizational resources.
- Identify emerging opportunities and provide informed recommendations to the Board.

Key Qualifications We are looking for a leader with:

- Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience in business, community or economic development, placemaking, destination marketing or a related field.
- Knowledge of downtown development and Business Improvement Areas.




- Strong project management, organizational and financial skills.
- Experience working with businesses, government and community stakeholders.
- A collaborative, professional and solutions-focused approach.

A combination of education, professional experience and community or business leadership experience will be considered.

What to Expect

Downtown Cambridge is entering a recent chapter with a new Board, four-year strategic plan and evolving staff structure. This is an opportunity to help shape that direction and build a strong organization for the future.

This is not a traditional 9-to-5 position. The successful candidate must be prepared and able to work evenings and weekends as required.

Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and hours to be determined.

Location: Cambridge, Ontario

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by end of day Friday, October 23, 2026

Pay: $35.00-$50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 44.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Executive Director (Cambridge)
🏢 Downtown Cambridge BIA
📍 Cambridge