Chief Executive Officer

Marymound is a Youth and Family Social Services organization operating in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba. Marymound provides a number of programs and services for vulnerable youth including crisis stabilization, assessment and treatment programs, group homes, treatment foster care, youth addiction services, sexual abuse treatment, clinical services and cultural healing services based on a Two-Eyed Seeing approach that focuses on cultural renewal, land-based healing and Western therapeutic interventions, youth education services including an independent therapeutic school and off campus school for older youth, an education bursary fund for current and past clients of Marymound, independent living programs, young parents programming, youth employment readiness, maternal health and early childhood supports, cultural programming and training.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) provides leadership for Marymound Inc. (Marymound), ensuring Marymound’s mission, vision, and values are achieved through its strategies and objectives. The CEO is responsible for overall operations in terms of programs and administration, including participation in strategic activities in conjunction with the Board of Directors. The CEO implements the vision and mandate of Marymound while providing leadership in identifying priorities and objectives, directing staff, supporting committees, and ensuring Marymound’s financial and organizational viability. The CEO represents Marymound in the broader context of the service network of community agencies and government.

The CEO will lead initiatives that foster a supportive and nurturing environment for youth. This includes developing and implementing programs that address the unique needs of youth, promoting their well-being, and ensuring their voices are heard. The CEO will lead and oversee programs specifically designed to support Indigenous youth, including creating opportunities for cultural education, land-based learning, and traditional practices. The CEO will work to address the unique challenges faced by Indigenous youth, such as access to education, mental health support, and community resources.

The responsibilities of the CEO are carried out through direction of senior program managers, direction from the Corporate Board of Marymound and individual initiative. The CEO sets the overall directions for the agency to ensure alignment with Réseau Compassion Network (RCN), threading spiritual values through Marymound’s service delivery and activities. Fund development, philanthropy, and alternative revenues are also key responsibilities, creating broader financial support.

Key Leadership Accountabilities

• Executive Leadership and Organizational Management
• Financial Management and Administration
• Human Resources and People Management
• Risk Management
• Board Governance
• Public Relations and Community Engagement

In providing leadership to Marymound in continuing to meet its mission, goals and responsibilities, the CEO will have exceptional visionary skills that truly embrace and perpetuate the Agency’s mission and values. Marymound requires a collaborative and inclusive leader to infuse energy, motivate, coach and mentor management team members in aligning their strengths and contributions towards the achievement and implementation of the strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate will have experience promoting organizational culture, adhering to Board of Directors' policies, ensuring quality and excellence in service delivery and organizational operations, and demonstrating strong project management skills. The CEO is expected to foster an environment that reflects the values of the organization, including compassion, ethics, and vision. They must comply with lawful instructions from the Board, implement Board policies, and provide leadership consistent with the values and philosophy of Réseau Compassion Network.

Furthermore, the CEO is responsible for maintaining high standards of care, leading change management initiatives, and overseeing core functions such as strategic planning, program oversight, service delivery, operational management, financial management, human resources, and stakeholder relations. Effective project management skills are crucial, including planning, organizing, and managing projects to achieve predefined goals. The CEO must also ensure a positive and professional executive and management team, providing leadership, development, and guidance to build a strong management team. They must demonstrate approachability, conflict management, and staff development skills, forming deep, trusting relationships within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree in a related field, complemented by 5 to 10 years leadership within a nonprofit, foundation, government, mental healthcare provider, or related organization. A degree in social sciences or business administration is an asset. Additionally, experience working with youth and leading programs that support their development and well-being is highly valued. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Strong business acumen and a history of providing visionary leadership at the executive level. Excellent financial understanding with proven ability to oversee budgets. Experience with grants, government funding, and fund development with a strong ability to foster government relations and innovate fund generation strategies. Experience leading organizational growth. Strong stakeholder relationship management, including community and government relations. Experience engaging and building meaningful relationships with marginalized groups including but not limited to 2SLGBTQIA+ and Indigenous organizations. Experience working with and leading a non-profit board and working with diverse groups of people. Familiarity with diverse business functions such as marketing, public relations, human resources, finance and accounting, donor practices, etc. Experience and success in motivating, recruiting, developing, retaining, and mentoring high performance, mission-driven, and results-oriented teams. Excellent written, oral, and public speaking skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator with strong interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills.