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The Congregationofthe Sistersof St.JosephinCanada are unitedby a passionfor Justice, Compassion andLove.
Ourpeoplecenteredorganizationleadswithcare,respect,andcompassion.Ouremployeesbenefitfromasmall, supportive atmosphere and have the chance to advance the inspirational mission, vision and values of the Congregationthroughouttheirdailywork.
Wehaveanexcitingnewfull-timeopeningforan:
ExecutiveDirectorofOperationsSalaryRange:$167,965- $198,079
The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada ("the Congregation") is seeking a visionary and values driven Executive Director of Operations who embraces collaboration and ethical excellence to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across the Congregation's ministries, residences, retreat centres, and administrative functions.
Thispositionhasbeenestablishedaspartofathoughtfulsuccessionplanassociatedwiththeupcomingretirement ofalong-servingexecutiveleader.Thesuccessful candidatewill workcloselywiththe current Executive Directorof Future Planning and, over time, develop the knowledge, relationships, and expertise necessary to support integral responsibilities within Operations and the Finance & Investments portfolio. This unique opportunity offers extensive mentorship, leadershipdevelopment, andknowledgetransferthat will positionthesuccessful candidate to help guide the Congregation into the future.
ReportingdirectlytoCongregational Leadership,theExecutiveDirector ofOperationswillprovide leadershiptoa team of administrators and senior leaders across multiple locations and ministries, ensuring operational excellence, financial stewardship, and alignment with the mission and values of the Congregation.
ResponsibilitiesInclude:
ExecutiveLeadershipandOrganizationalStewardship-providingstrategicandoperational leadershipacross the Congregation's ministries, facilities, and services, partnering with Congr>
Ular Leadership on long-range planning and ensuring the Congregation is well positioned for future opportunities and challenges while preserving its legacy, values, and charism.
Multi-SiteOperationalLeadership-providingexecutiveoversightfortheCongregation'soperationsacross its diverse ministries and locations in Ontario, including retreat and spirituality centres in Cobourg and Burnstown, residences offering independent living,



wellness supports and health care services in Peterborough and in London, a community café ministry serving food and love to needing individuals in London, and over time, support of the finance and investment office in Ancaster.
Operations Succession and Financial Leadership - working closely with the Executive Director of Future PlanningandtheExecutiveDirectorofFinance&Investmentstodevelopacomprehensiveunderstandingof; Congregational operations, finances, investments, budgeting, reporting, risk management, and stewardship practices. Through structured job shadowing, mentorship, and succession planning activities, gradually assume increasing responsibility for planning and resource stewardship while contributing strategic insight and recommendations that support the Congregation's mission, and future priorities.
StrategicPlanning and Innovation - identifying and leading opportunitiesto strengthen systems,processes, andorganizationaleffectivenessacrosstheCongregation'sministriesandoperations.Provideleadershipfor cross-functional initiatives and major projects that support evolving organizational needs, promoting innovationandcontinuousimprovement,andensuringoperationsremainresponsivetochangingrealities.
Property Sales & Strategic Real Estate Planning - Lead the long-term strategic vision for the Congregation’s realestatefootprint.Evaluateunderutilizedlandorbuildings,managedivestmentstrategies,andcollaborate with real estate brokers, legal counsel, and municipal authorities on strategic property sales, as approved by the Board. Be a key representative of the Congregation with Sisters, staff and community partners.
RelationshipBuildingandCommunityEngagement-buildingstrong,trust-basedrelationshipswithSisters, staff, community partners, volunteers, and service providers. Acting as a collaborative and visible leader who supports communication, engagement, and mission alignment throughout the organization.
SkillsYouBring:




Aminimumof7yearsofprogressiveleadershipexperienceinoperations,finance,administration,ora related field, including responsibility for organizational planning and resource management.
CharteredProfessionalAccountant(CPA)designationingoodstandingisrequiredwithdemonstrated experience with financial management, budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
Strongcharitableandnon-profitacumen,withtheabilitytoalignoperationalexcellencewithmission-driven objectives and values-based leadership.
Anunderstandingof,ordemonstratedwillingnesstodevelop,anappreciationforecclesialstructures, Catholic religious life, lay formation, and the unique governance and culture that shapes religious congregations.
Experiencemanagingcomplexprojects,organizationalchangeinitiatives,andcross-functionalteams.
Excellentanalyticalandproblem-solvingabilities,withstrongattentiontodetailandsoundjudgment.
Outstandinginterpersonalandcommunicationskills,withtheabilitytobuildstrong,trustingrelationships.
Demonstrateddiscretionandprofessionalisminhandlingsensitiveandconfidentialmatters.
Acollaborativeleadershipstylethatinspiresconfidence,mentorship,andaccountability.
Proficiencywithfinancialsystems,reportingtools,andMicrosoftOfficeapplications.
Commitmenttosupportingandadvancingthemission,values,andcharismoftheCongregation.
WorkEnvironment:Ourworkplacesarebeautiful,peaceful,andenvironmentallyconsciousspacesthatsupportreflection, collaboration, and service.
TravelbetweenCongregationallocationsandoccasionaleveningmeetingsisrequired.
This role is more than an executive leadership position. It is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the legacy, stewardship, and future sustainability of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada.
AdditionalRequirements:
Wehaveamandatoryvaccinationandimmunizationpolicyineffect.Anyofferofemploymentwill be conditionalonprovidingproofofvaccinationsinaccordancewithourpolicies.
We are committed to providing a fully accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation for interviews or throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]
Artificial Intelligence(AI)is notusedinthe candidateselectionprocess.
Whileallapplicationsareappreciated,onlythoseselectedforaninterviewwillbecontacted.
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📌 Executive Director Of Operations (Winnipeg)
🏢 The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada
📍 Winnipeg