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The Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph in Canada are united by a passion for Justice, Compassion and Love. Our people-centered organization leads with care, respect, and compassion. Our employees benefit from a small, supportive atmosphere and have the opportunity to advance the inspirational mission, vision and values of the Congregation throughout their daily work.

We have an exciting new full time opening for an:

Executive Director of Operations

Salary Range: $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.

This position has been established as part of a thoughtful succession plan associated with the upcoming retirement of a long-serving executive leader. The successful candidate will work closely with the current Executive Director of 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 prospect offers extensive mentorship, leadership development, and knowledge transfer that will position the successful candidate to help guide the Congregation into the future.

Reporting directly to Congregational Leadership, the Executive Director of Operations will provide leadership to a 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.

Responsibilities Include:

- Executive Leadership and Organizational Stewardship
- providing strategic and operational leadership across the Congregation's ministries, facilities, and services, partnering with Congregational 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-Site Operational Leadership
- providing executive oversight for the Congregation's operations across 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 Planning and the Executive Director of Finance & Investments to develop a comprehensive understanding of 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.
- Strategic Planning and Innovation
- identifying and leading opportunities to strengthen systems, processes, and organizational effectiveness across the Congregation's ministries and operations. Provide leadership for cross-functional initiatives and major projects that support evolving organizational needs, promoting innovation and continuous improvement, and ensuring operations remain responsive to changing realities.

- Property Sales & Strategic Real Estate Planning
- Lead the long-term strategic vision for the Congregation’s real estate footprint. Evaluate underutilized land or buildings, manage divestment strategies, and collaborate 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.
- Relationship Building and Community Engagement
- building strong, trust-based relationships with Sisters, staff, community partners, volunteers, and service providers. Acting as a collaborative and visible leader who supports communication, engagement, and mission alignment throughout the organization.

Skills You Bring:

- A minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in operations, finance, administration, or a related field, including responsibility for organizational planning and resource management.
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation in good standing is required with demonstrated experience with financial management, budgeting

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