About UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

At UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, our vision is to lead the most vibrant Jewish community in North America - a community characterized by its diversity, unity, compassion, generosity and commitment to Jewish values. Together with our philanthropic,volunteerandprofessional leadership, were changing lives.

As one of North Americas leading Jewish non-profits, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto works topreserve and strengthenthe quality of Jewish life in Greater Toronto, Canada, Israel and around the world.UJA advances this mission through fundraising, programs, and research focused on our strategic pillars: fighting poverty and improving well-being, growing Jewish education and identity, countering antisemitism and hate, and strengthening connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.

About the Opportunity

The Director, Corporate Governance plays a critical role in supporting the Board of Directors and Committees, demonstrating deep governance expertise and the initiative necessary to drive impactful governance practices.

Reporting to the SVP, Legal & Corporate Affairs, this role will manage the corporate governance portfolio and information flow to and from the Board of Directors, UJAs Governance and Nominating Committee and certain other committees. This role ensures that the organization's governance practices meet the highest standards, enabling the Board and its Committees to operate effectively, strategically, and in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The Director will be a credible and professional partner to volunteer lay leaders, fostering strong and trusted relationships with the Board and Committees.

In addition, this role will support UJAs Senior Executive Team to ensure seamless delivery of UJAs strategic objectives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Facilitate of flow of information to and from the Board and certain other Committees
• Identify priorities, anticipate issues which may arise, draw these matters to the SVP, Legal & Corporate Affairs attention, and propose recommendations
• Offer advice on best practice in governance, including on committee structure, Board protocols and nomination process
• Coordinate committee meetings, Board meetings and the members meetings, and advise on the annual calendar of Board, committees, and members meetings and tasks
• Prepare and oversee the distribution of high-quality Board and Committee materials, including agendas, minutes, briefing documents, and reports
• Responsible for minutes of various meetings and ensuring their timely distribution, including follow-up coordination
• Maintain a comprehensive record of governance activities, including meeting minutes, decisions, and key documents
• Maintain and update the governance framework and monitor compliance
• Responsible for planning, materials, and execution of the Annual General Meeting
• Coordinate with the Senior Executive Team to ensure timelines and goals of the strategic plan are met.
• Work closely with Committee Chairs to facilitate effective Committee operations and ensure alignment with the organizations strategic priorities
• Cultivate and maintain deep, meaningful relationships with volunteer lay leaders to enhance engagement and collaboration
• Serve as a trusted advisor and resource to Board members, offering credible and professional support in navigating governance matters

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in law, public administration, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 7+ years relevant work experience in corporate governance, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
• 5+ years of experience in corporate governance issues working directly with Boards and Committees
• Governance certification is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of nonprofit governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to quickly build rapport with colleagues, stakeholders, lay leadership, community, etc.
• Proactive with excellent organizational, prioritizing and time-management skills
• A self-starter able to leverage his/her knowledge, skill and experience to manage complex change from start to finish
• Ability to manage complex projects and budgets, working collaboratively with staff as well as with multiple stakeholders to deliver results

• An ability to think strategically and critically
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and analytical capabilities with excellent attention to detail, supported by the ability to synthesize and clarify large amounts of data and information

• Enthusiasm, creativity, innovation and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare clear and concise materials for senior audiences
• Maintain a high degree of discretion and confidentiality
• Familiarity with the Toronto Jewish community and/or experience in Jewish Communal Service considered an asset
• Alignment with the mission, values, and goals of the organization

This is a full-time permanent position. At UJA we support a flexible work schedule and all of our employees engage in hybrid work. Engagement and connection are key to supporting the best employee experience and we want to ensure that this puts balance and well-being at the forefront of our approach to ways of working. In addition to a rich time off policy, UJAs offices are closed on all Jewish holy days (yom tov) and we support early office closures to observe the Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat).

We look forward to connecting with you to understanding what you can bring to the UJA team and how we can support your Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to Sherri Pinsler([email protected])at The Heller Group.Only those applicants invited for interview will be contacted.

Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility:

UJA Federation supports a diverse candidate and employment experience. We are proud of our dynamic professional team, which reflects the diversity of the Jewish community and general community alike in Greater Toronto. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all communities. We encourage you to follow us to get regular updates on open roles. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and believe this is essential to ensure that every member of our team can thrive.

We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.