Chief Executive Officer - David Suzuki Foundation

Chief Executive Officer, David Suzuki Foundation Visionary leader, Organizational excellence Vancouver BC

The Foundation is a leader in the Canadian environmental and climate change movement. For over 15 years it has been developing and delivering science-based programs that have been designed to advance government policy and change the behaviour and practices of Canadian corporations, communities and individuals. Their goal: Sustainability Within a Generation. The evolution and continued growth of the organization has led to an international search for a CEO.

Reporting to the Board, the CEO will implement management practices that lead to a highly disciplined organization that has integrity, accountability, financial stewardship, program excellence and impactful communications at the core of its operational philosophy. From an external perspective, the new CEO will advance relationships with a broad range of stakeholders including politicians, bureaucrats, corporate leaders, funders and environmentalists, and position the Foundation as a thought leader on a wide range of environmental issues.

The ideal candidate is a consummate leader who has demonstrated his/her ability to provide outstanding organizational leadership and vision to a highly effective science-oriented program delivery organization. You will have a passion for and knowledge of the environmental and climate change issues facing Canada, and the educational and professional qualifications to gain credibility in the eyes of stakeholders. Your communication skills, diplomacy, and ability to present complex issues to a very broad range of constituents will be exceptional.

If you are interested in applying for this position click "Add to List" below. For further information please contact Derrick Chow or Catherine Van Alstine at 604 685-0261 or Lorraine Scrimshaw at 506-388-1848 or lorraine.scrimshaw@rayberndtson.ca.