Who We Are
For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
Job Summary
Reporting to the Assistant Social Mission Secretary the purpose of this role is to provide supervision and accountability of assigned Social Mission Ministry units mainly those within the healthcare sector. They will ensure operational excellence sustainability and the advancement of mission in accordance with The Salvation Army values policies and procedures and strategic direction for social mission.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide mission-driven leadership ensuring ministry units consistently embody The Salvation Armys values mission and operational practices.
- Guide and support Executive Directors in strategic planning decision-making and compliance with territorial standards legislation audits and accreditation.
- Lead talent management efforts including recruitment coaching mentoring succession planning and performance development for executive leaders.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration within ministry units and with Social Mission teams funders community partners and other stakeholders.
- Offer expert advice and operational support for complex issues including critical incidents HR challenges financial sustainability property projects and internal audits.
- Ensure programs align with organizational values and support continuous improvement innovation and adherence to program standards.
- Manage administrative oversight including evaluation and approval of proposals contracts and operational decisions per delegated authority.
- Model resilience integrity and professionalism while promoting a culture of learning feedback and staff development.
- Build coalitions and partnerships internally and externally to mobilize resources and support shared outcomes while effectively navigating conflict when necessary.
- Apply systems thinking to drive continuous improvement sustainable change and alignment with best practices and sector trends.
Education and Experience Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in healthcare or social services including at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Experience with The Salvation Armys social mission delivery is highly desirable.
- Background in community development and proven ability to foster collaborative partnerships.
- Demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking complex problem-solving and innovation.
- Strong leadership coaching and human resource management skills.
- Excellent communication skills able to influence and engage diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in managing complex documents proposals contracts and computer-based management systems including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to maintain composure under pressure demonstrate integrity and pursue ongoing personal and professional growth.
- Willingness and ability to travel interprovincially up to 30%.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $135102.26 to $168877.83 with a maximum of $202653.39.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Required Experience:
Director