Executive Director Profile
At Atwell, our mission extends beyond supporting those facing unexpected pregnancies or sexual health concerns. We are driven by the concept of community, in which everyone is treated with the dignity and compassion afforded to all who are made in God’s image.
For over a decade, we have sought to embody this concept by providing quality medical, educational, and social services in Hamilton and Oakville. Atwell’s client-led, holistic approach reflects Christ’s love and compassion, touching the lives of our clients and everyone who encounters our organization. In an era marked by disinterest and social division, when community bonds are easily frayed, the world needs community-oriented institutions that boldly reanimate the gifts of the Christian faith and demonstrate faithfulness through a sustainable, long-term presence.
Atwell’s vision is to create a society where no one must face an unexpected pregnancy, sexual health challenges, and post-abortion experiences alone. This vision guides our mission of providing holistic support to women and men facing unexpected pregnancies, sexual health challenges, and post-abortion realities through education, information, practical resources, and emotional support. Our work is informed and shaped by the compassion of Jesus Christ and a belief that all human beings are made in the image of God.
Atwell is seeking a dynamic, experienced individual to lead the organization as Executive Director. This person will:
Set the Direction
- Manage ambiguity and create clarity and vision for the organization, donors, and Board of Directors.
- Identify new opportunities for Atwell’s ministry and develop strategies to achieve them.
- Plan and direct paths to overall organizational success while managing and mitigating risk.
- Exhibit managerial and leadership courage to make tough decisions with limited resources.
Align the Organization
- Foster an organizational culture that supports the team in delivering Atwell’s mission.
- Develop an environment of mutual trust, empowerment, and accountability.
- Review and implement appropriate, efficient processes to ensure smooth operations with clients, staff, the Board, and regulators.
Mobilize the Organization
- Ensure the right people are in the right roles, using the best tools and methods to achieve Atwell’s goals.
- Encourage and develop the potential in others.
- Persuasively communicate ideas, values, and vision.
- Demonstrate resilience in leading through challenging situations.
Engage the Board
- Establish trust with the Board through transparency, consistent communication, and collaboration.
- Provide regular operational and financial reports.
- Oversee and manage the annual planning and budgeting process in coordination with the Treasurer.
Connect with Stakeholders
- Build and maintain relationships with donors, stakeholders, churches, and community partners.
- Promote a shared vision and sustainable collaboration.
- Navigate the nuances of operating a medical clinic within a Christian faith-based framework.
- Effectively solicit donations from major donors.
Manage Personal Effectiveness
- Adapt to shifting organizational priorities.
- Take initiative and drive results.
- Maintain resilience under pressure, managing workload and deadlines effectively.
- Accept and analyze feedback to mitigate risk and protect Atwell’s reputation.
Required Qualifications, Strengths, and Talents
- A professing Christian believer aligned with Atwell’s Purpose, Mission, Vision, and Core Values, as well as Pregnancy Care Canada (PCC) core documents.
- Full agreement with Atwell’s Code of Ethics, Professional Conduct, and Lifestyle Standards Policy.
- A visionary leader skilled in collaboration, development, and execution of organizational initiatives.
- A servant’s heart, a love for people, and a desire to disciple others.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with staff, the Board, and stakeholders.
- Competency in preparing and presenting reports and updates to the Board.
- Ability to provide an annual report on Atwell’s mission fulfillment and future plans.
- Proven expertise in administrative oversight and process implementation.
- Strong people management, team building, supervisory, mentoring, and leadership skills.
- Experience in donor relations, with a track record of maintaining and expanding donor support.
- Strong community partnership development skills to foster growth in inbound and outbound relationships.
- Experience in Pregnancy Centre’s or Christian agencies.
- Familiarity with medical policies, standards, and regulations.
- Basic knowledge of financial management, controls, and processes.
Remuneration
Salary and benefits will be established by the Board and outlined in the Employment Contract.