For the full position profile, including Leadership Accountabilities, visit Chief Executive Officer - Victoria Hospital Foundation

About Victoria Hospital Foundation

The Victoria Hospital Foundation (VHF) in Manitoba is dedicated to advancing healthcare at the Victoria Hospital and in the community. They engage with the community, health experts, and other stakeholders to identify, support, and fund innovations that enhance patient care and improve the health and well-being of the community.

The Victoria Hospital Foundation has been making a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community for over 50 years. It was formed in 1971 and has since transformed from a modest research and development program into a vibrant non-profit organization.

VHF operates within the Winnipeg Health Region, providing services to all nations on the traditional and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anishininewak, Dakota-Oyate, Dene, Inuit, and the national homeland of the Red River Métis. They are committed to working with people to identify, support, and fund innovations that improve the health of patients, neighbors, and friends.

About the Chief Executive Officer

Reporting directly to the VHF Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for leading and directing the efforts of staff and volunteers to develop and mobilize resources. As the most senior staff position within the organization, the CEO is responsible for the strategic leadership of the organization to ensure its future relevance, credibility, and viability. The CEO is responsible for establishing organizational objectives and priorities and for reviewing and evaluating the progress and work for attainment of objectives and performance goals.

The CEO works directly with the Board of Directors to develop organizational policies in support of the organization’s mission. As the leader of the senior management team, the CEO guides the development of strategic and operational plans for management. There are three members of the senior management team and an Executive Assistant that report directly to the CEO with twelve employees working in fund development, communications, and finance and administration.

To ensure the best results, the CEO actively facilitates collaboration and partnerships by involving the community and by personally promoting participation, volunteerism, and philanthropy. The CEO works directly with community leaders, major donors and other leading philanthropists as well as senior government officials and politicians when appropriate. The CEO works closely and in collaboration with the Chief Operating Officer of the Victoria Hospital.

Victoria Lifeline operates as an independent non-profit, with a Board of Directors fully appointed by the members of the Victoria Hospital Foundation. The organizations share common controls, particularly in regard to financial reporting and audit. The CEO plays a key role in the oversight of this relationship and is a member of the Victoria Lifeline Board of Directors.

The Education, Experience and Competency Requirements

The ideal candidate will be passionate, connected and high energy, and will have a degree in business management, finance, communication, service delivery, or any other related field. Additionally, a sound knowledge of human resource management is required to effectively handle policies, procedures, and personnel within a non-profit organization. The ideal candidate must possess a minimum of ten years of directly related experience, including five to eight years in a senior managerial capacity with a similar institution. They should have had direct management responsibility for medium to large-scale initiatives involving significant financial implications, various staff functions, and diverse stakeholder groups. Furthermore, experience working with volunteers and volunteer boards is crucial for success in this position.

Candidates should have a proven track record of successfully planning, executing, and completing capital campaigns. This includes the ability to develop a compelling case for support, engage and inspire donors, and secure major gifts. They must be adept at building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, volunteers, and major donors, to ensure the campaign's success.

The kind of experience that will be desirable:

• Development and stewardship of exemplary donor relations
• Development and execution of fundraising/revenue strategies
• Financial management
• Working with staff and volunteers to achieve organizational goals

For the full position profile, including Leadership Accountabilities and the full Required Competencies, visit Chief Executive Officer - Victoria Hospital Foundation