Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the senior executive of the corporation
• Report to the Board of Directors
• Provide oversight and management of business and editorial operations
• Oversee the strategic direction to sustain and build its role in the community
• Develop a comprehensive fundraising strategy and cultivate donors
• Identify and apply for relevant government grants
• Work collaboratively with editorial to develop and implement growth and revenue-building initiatives
• Increase revenue on print and digital platforms
• Engage in marketing initiatives
• Manage budgets to ensure the corporation meets its financial goals
• Hire the editor-in-chief and other senior operational staff and oversee the activities of senior employees
• Train, motivate and evaluate senior staff to enhance performance
• Manage vendor relationships for print production, distribution, circulation and advertising, among other suppliers
• Build and maintain strong links with key community and professional organizations within the community

Education and Experience

• Relevant business experience
• Track record of fundraising success, ideally in the Canadian Jewish community
• Significant experience in donor relations
• Media experience, particularly in business development, advertising, sales and marketing
• Familiarity and understanding of not-for-profit operations and the Jewish community

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong leadership, management, team-building and decision-making skills
• Ability to effect change, negotiate and manage contracts
• Ability to effectively fundraise, inside and outside of The Canadian Jewish community
• Ability to understand financial statements and general accounting principles, create and manage budgets
• Ability to be detail-oriented and manage time and projects on schedule
• Ability to communicate well (written and oral) in English
• Ability to network with different people and groups
• Ability to resolve issues creatively and in a timely manner
• Ability to analyze data, extract trends, and initiate appropriate action