Chief Executive Officer

Position

This is a full-time position (37.5 hrs weekly)

Apply by: Will remain open until a suitable candidate is secured.

Overview

This full-time senior leadership position, reporting to a Provincial Board of Directors, is based in Edmonton, Alberta.

Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association (ANFCA) is seeking a well-informed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the provincial Association of Alberta Friendship Centres into the future. The Association is planning for a smooth leadership transition in response to the upcoming retirement of their long-serving CEO by the end of 2025.

Increasingly, Friendship Centres are playing vital service delivery roles across the region and are finding new and innovative ways to support the growing number of urban Indigenous people residing in small, rural communities and larger metropolitan municipalities across the region. ANFCA is a well-regarded charitable organization with a key mandate to provide support to and to build capacity for community-based member Friendship Centres. The CEO works at the direction of a Provincial Board of Directors and alongside the elected Executive Committee to carry out strategic priorities of the organization. A seasoned senior leadership team works alongside the CEO to ensure that overarching mission of the Association is conducted in an ethical and culturally informed way. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Friendship Centres Movement, demonstrated knowledge of non-profit charitable Boards, and an in depth understanding of urban Indigenous needs and challenges.

In this vital role, the CEO is responsible for the overarching health and operational performance of the Association and is the collective voice of Alberta Friendship Centres on National Friendship Centre Movement priorities.

Location: Based in Edmonton, Alberta.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Proven experience, not less than ten years, in a senior, not for profit, leadership role, preferably within the Friendship Centre Movement. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – ability to solve complex problems in a culturally sensitive way. 
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff and stakeholders, with a demonstrated ability to bring people together in meaningful ways. 
• Strong business acumen, with demonstrated ability to oversee effective fund development strategies, and to ensure fiscal stewardship and transparency and accountability of public funds are maintained.  
• Experience in strategic planning and implementation. 
• Knowledge of best practices in non-profit management and governance. 
• Passion for the mission and values of Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association and the Friendship Centre Movement. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Overarching Leadership: 
  • Set the corporate tone of the organization and ensure cultural integrity is upheld. 
  • Oversee the implementation of the provincial strategic plan to advance the organization’s mission.  
  • Provide leadership and direction to ensure the organization achieves its goals in an ethically and culturally informed manner. 
  • Identify and pursue new opportunities for growth and expansion of services. 

• Fundraising and Development: 
  • Acting in conjunction with Management Team, oversee and lead  
    • Fundraising efforts, including securing grants, donations, and sponsorships. 
    • Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners. 
    • Develop innovative fundraising strategies to ensure financial sustainability. 

• Operational Management: 
  • Working in collaboration with Senior Leadership Team to  
    • Resolve complex problems, mediate conflicts, and negotiate on behalf of ANFCA. 
    • Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. 
    • Manage and support a diverse team of staff and volunteers. 
    • Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and organizational policies. 

• Financial Oversight: 
  • Working in collaboration with CFO and Director of Operations 
    • Develop and manage the organization’s budget. 
    • Ensure sound financial practices and maintain financial stability. 
    • Ensure transparent stewardship of public funds are maintained and reported on  

• Community Engagement: 
  • Leading organizational activities and public relations 
    • Establish and support meaningful relationships between ANFCA and membership 
    • Serve as the primary spokesperson and advocate for the organization. 
    • Foster strong relationships with community leaders, partners, and stakeholders. 
    • Represent the organization at public events and in the media. 

• Board Relations:  
  • Working in collaboration with standing committees to ensure effective governance is maintained. 
    • Act in collaboration with ANFCA Executive Committee to carry out the work of the Board 
    • Provide regular updates and reports to the Board. 

CORE COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Software Usage Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office capability including Teams and digital meeting platforms. 
• Demonstrated commitment of understanding of both the Friendship Centre Movement and the rich and diverse Indigenous cultures that are present in Alberta. 
• Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, and protocols. 
• Ability to travel. 

Requirements (or Qualifications)

• Master’s degree in Non-Profit Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or a suitable combination of education and experience. 
• Experience working in the Friendship Centres Movement with a deep understanding of urban Indigenous specific priorities.  
• Demonstrated network within the government, philanthropic and non-profit sectors. 

Benefits

COMPENSATION:

The compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience, aligning with the Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association’s commitment to attracting enthusiastic and skilled individuals. Specific details regarding salary and benefits can be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter and resume to:

Hiring Committee
ANFCA
Email: secretary@anfca.com
10336-121 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5N 1K8

Please submit your resume and cover letter via email to secretary@anfca.com with ‘CEO’ in the subject line. In your cover letter, please clearly demonstrate your understanding of the issues surrounding urban Indigenous peoples, your specific knowledge of and direct experiences in working with the Friendship Centre Movement and your qualifications for this position.

Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of this work and as an employee of ANFCA, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening.

About ANFCA

• ANFCA is committed to supporting the principles and grassroots approach of the Friendship Centre Movement.
• ANFCA priorities are guided by its member Friendship Centres and subsequent defined community needs.
• Indigenous cultural teachings, values and identity are at the core of ANFCA. We provide opportunities for cultural sharing, focused on bridging the gap between the Indigenous and non-Indigenous worldviews. All programs and services incorporate cultural values and teachings into their structures.
• ANFCA is committed to creating effective, vibrant national and provincial partnerships, focused on collaboration and common goals.
• ANFCA respects the autonomy of its member Friendship Centres.
• ANFCA supports its member Friendship Centres in creating safe, friendly, welcoming, status-blind urban hubs that provide culturally appropriate programs and services and create opportunities for Indigenous people and communities to become empowered, to enhance their leadership skills and to be fully engaged and involved in community development.
• ANFCA’s work is guided by the values and principles identified within a 5-year Strategic Plan as well as by the Truth and Reconciliation 94 Calls to Action and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).