ABOUT THE DIOCESE OF TORONTO
Founded in 1839, the Anglican Diocese of Toronto is a vibrant community of faith serving the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. With over 200 parishes, missions, and chaplaincies, it stands as a beacon of hope and compassion.
Guided by a diverse team of clergy, staff and volunteers the Diocese is committed to fostering spiritual growth, vibrant worship and compassionate outreach.
The Diocese operates as a dynamic organization, boasting a vibrant culture. It fosters collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity to fulfill its mission. Employees enjoy a supportive environment with rewarding work and professional development.
The Diocese actively contributes to the community solidifying its reputation as a socially responsible organization dedicated to making a positive impact.
The land on which the Diocese gathers is the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, Anishinabek, Odawa, Mississaugas of the New Credit, Mississaugas of Scugog, Hiawatha, Curve Lake and Alderville First Nations, and the Métis Nation. It was the subject of many treaties and covenants.
Today, Toronto is home to Indigenous people from across Turtle Island. The Diocese is grateful for the opportunity to gather on this territory and work in this community.
Interested candidates can learn more about the structure, mission, vision, strategic plans, and terminology of the Diocese at www.toronto.anglican.ca/about-us.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Executive Director will work closely with the Diocesan Bishop, Suffragan Bishops, Diocesan Directors, and Board (Synod Council) to ensure that the Diocesan goals are achieved and resources are managed effectively.
The Executive Director is the senior executive for the administrative functions and programs of the head office of the Diocese (Synod Office), leading and coordinating the work of senior staff and reporting to the Diocesan Bishop.
This is an opportunity for an experienced, strategic, operational leader to bring their positive and welcoming attitude, commitment to service excellence, and passion for work with meaning to a talented and devoted staff at a complex organization.
This role provides the opportunity to make a significant contribution to our many parishes and ministry partners who work faithfully to make a positive impact on the communities each parish serves – through ministry, outreach, food banks, spiritual guidance, and growing the faith of thousands of Anglicans across this diverse Diocese.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide skilled and effective management of the administrative and program functions of the Diocese including administration, archives, communications, finance, human resources, property resources, stewardship development, and social justice and advocacy, along with general oversight of congregational development.
- Ensure strategic planning is accomplished by engaging all relevant persons, committees, boards, and organizations to develop and implement strategic and operational planning initiatives.
- Assist in the development of strategies for effectively supporting the initiatives of Synod and ministry within the Diocese.
- Responsible for the operations of the Synod Office and provides counsel to the Bishop on various matters affecting the life of the Diocese.
- Provide information, reports, and recommendations on operational matters.
- Develop teams to work on projects that will support the programs and directions of Synod.
- Ensure Diocesan compliance with all legal and canonical obligations.
- Implement risk management practices and procedures. Identifies potential risks and liabilities for the organization.
- Oversee legal issues and work with legal counsel and insurers to mitigate financial impact to the Diocese.
- Oversee policies and procedures; staff planning, development, and succession planning; and set department structure.
- Ensure quality services are provided and organizational strategies and initiatives are effectively implemented.
- In consultation with staff and committees, monitor the budget planning process.
- Monitor budget adherence and resolve issues related to variances.
- Actively support the fundraising initiatives of the Diocese.
- Ensure all relevant information and reporting is provided to stakeholders through clear and timely communication.
KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Our values are Faith, Compassion, Collaboration, Accountability, and Boldness. Candidates need to demonstrate their ability to infuse these values into their work.
- University degree in business, finance, or related field.
- Minimum 7 years of senior administration experience, including:
- Corporate governance, with a preference for experience in faith-based or not-for-profit sectors.
- Senior management of staff, motivating employees and holding them accountable for results.
- As a strategic leader and in developing and implementing a strategic operational direction.
- A demonstrated commitment to service excellence with particular experience in a volunteer organization in a leadership role.
- Proven change management and facilitation skills.
- Management skills to organize, direct, delegate, and achieve program objectives.
- Exhibits a strong desire for results and success, conveys a sense of urgency, drives issues to closure, and persists despite obstacles and opposition.
- Understands the need for consultation and knows how to rally internal and external stakeholders to build an effective and timely consensus.
- Recognizes the unspoken organizational constraints – what is and is not possible.
- Excellent skills in the following areas:
- Leadership: building and leading effective teams, fostering collaboration among multiple stakeholders and team members to strengthen trust.
- Collaboration, ability to work in a team, and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Financial acumen.
- Communication both verbally and in writing; comfortable making presentations to a broad spectrum of audiences.
- The ability to manage many and varied tasks, and to prioritize complex tasks with critical deadlines.
- Demonstrates initiative and is a self-starter.
- Demonstrates a strong level of adaptability, flexibility, accountability, innovation and commitment to best practices.
- A good working knowledge or a willingness to become familiar with processes, structures, and norms of the Anglican Diocese of Toronto.
- Understands the culture of the Church to effectively achieve strategic objectives; commitment to and passion for the Church, Diocesan mission, and directions.
WHY JOIN THE DIOCESE
- A workplace culture rooted in being people-centric, supportive, collaborative and faith-based, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose in all that they do.
- A competitive compensation package, including participation in a targeted benefit pension plan and group life insurance, optional life insurance, and extended health, dental and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
- Five (5) weeks of annual vacation, summer hours and paid holidays.
- Hybrid work arrangement with onsite parking on office days.
- Continuing education program.
- Access to an employer assistance program.
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and pregnancy and parental Leave top-up programs.
- Retirement allowance and post-retirement group benefits.
HOW TO APPLY
To express interest in this exciting opportunity, email your cover letter and resume to:
Kelly Cline, Executive Search Consultant
kcline@feldmandaxon.com
The Diocese offers an accommodation policy and accommodations will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes the accommodation known to us.
We welcome applications from all qualified persons. The Anglican Diocese of Toronto is an equal-opportunity employer.