EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – Ukrainian World CongressVacancyThe Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated leader with a broad set of skills and experience to lead UWC’s operations, including managing a global staff and volunteer-led committees as well as developing and implementing international government relations and community development work plans in collaboration with the Board and Executive Committee.The Executive Director (ED) is a proven leader and manager with international experience, that can successfully advocate and advance UWC’s strategic priorities.
Roles and responsibilities
Execute the mission and vision of the UWC
Represent and advocate the UWC’s position to all stakeholders around the world, including governments, civil society and donors
Ensure the UWC’s operations are fully funded, properly staffed and budget is managed responsibly
Develop and execute on the work plans and programming established in cooperation with the Board and its committees
Lead a global team of professionals, including UWC head office in Toronto and Missions in Kyiv, New York & Brussels.Support the work of UWC Foundations in Canada, US & Ukraine.
Qualifications
Demonstrated skills in managing staff, boards, committees and volunteers
Solid understanding of Ukrainian communities around the world, geopolitics, international organizations & the current situation in Ukraine
Strong operational, financial and board management capabilities
Policy development in cooperation with key stakeholders
Considerable experience in managing organizational relationships, community development, fundraising and communication to diverse audiences, including government advocacy
Excellent communication skills in both Ukrainian and English, including public speaking
Experience with not-for-profit goverance and risk management
Post secondary education and a willingness to travel internationally, including Ukraine.
Remuneration:Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
Please submit a resume and cover letter in both English and Ukrainian by e-mail only withED Postingin the subject line to
[email protected]. All applications will be held in the strictest confidence. We thank all candidates who wish to apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Applications must be received by January 19, 2024.#J-18808-Ljbffr