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Position: Executive Director
Organization: The Table Community Food Centre
Location: Perth, Ontario
The Table Community Food Centre is seeking a visionary, community-minded, and experienced leader to become its next Executive Director. If you are passionate about social justice and equity, and you have the strategic and operational expertise to lead a dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply.
About The Table
The Table’s mission is to foster a healthier and more connected community by improving access to healthy food, improving food skills and food literacy, advocating for individual well-being, and educating, engaging and advocating social policies to address food insecurity and poverty. With a diverse team of eleven staff members, supported by a large number of volunteers, the Table provides vital programs and services to the communities of Perth and Smiths Falls. As a social justice organization, the Table is committed to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its work and strives to challenge the root causes of food insecurity. We aim to empower marginalized groups and create an inclusive space for all members of our community.
Position Overview
The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall strategic, financial, and operational leadership of the Table. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of a social justice framework and values, particularly as they relate to food insecurity, poverty, and systemic inequality. They will be committed to embedding equity in all aspects of the organization’s work and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for staff, volunteers, program participants, and the broader community.
The Executive Director will also possess the necessary financial and managerial skills to ensure the Table will thrive as a social justice organization. This includes experience with planning, communications, budgeting, fundraising, grant writing, human resources, and operational oversight. The Executive Director will work collaboratively with the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and community partners to advance the Table's mission and goals during this critical period of organizational transition and beyond.
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Salary & Benefits
The Table offers a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience. In addition, the position includes a comprehensive health plan and four weeks of paid vacation annually. The Table is committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance and offers a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
How to Apply
If you are excited about leading the Table through our next exciting chapter, please submit a letter of interest and your resumé to Steve Welchner, Board Chair, at boardchair@thetablecfc.org by November 8, 2024. Please indicate you saw this posting at FoodWork.ca.
The Table Community Food Centre is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who are members of marginalized or under-represented communities, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, newcomers, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Location Appeal
Located in the heart of beautiful small-town heritage Perth, the Table is set amidst stunning natural surroundings. Perth offers a high quality of life with its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and rich, natural playground.
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Current status: Open/apply now. Date posted: Oct 24 2024 ID: 72099