Executive Partner to the CEO, Governance & Board Affairs

Job Title:
Executive Partner to the CEO Governance & Board Affairs

Reports To:
President & CEO

Location and Work Model:
Humber River Health Foundation
1235 Wilson Avenue Toronto ON

Hybrid role. In office Tuesday to Thursday with flexibility for donor meetings events and internal collaboration.

Salary Range:$93609.57 - $111631.15

A trusted leadership role at the centre of governance strategy and impact.

Humber River Health Foundation is seeking an exceptional Executive Partner to the President & CEO Governance & Board Affairs to serve as a trusted strategic partner to the President & CEO and the central lead for Board and governance operations.

This is a senior high-impact individual contributor role for a seasoned executive professional who thrives in complex high-trust environments and brings clarity discipline and confidence to executive leadership and governance. Operating at the heart of the Foundation this role supports effective decision-making major fundraising priorities and governance excellence in service of our mission.

Position Summary

As Executive Partner you will act as an extension of the President & CEOanticipating needs managing priorities and ensuring the seamless operation of the CEOs office. You will also serve as the Foundations primary governance and Board affairs lead supporting the HRHF Board and Committees and ensuring strong governance practices follow-through and accountability.

This role operates with a high degree of autonomy trust and discretion and requires exceptional organizational skill executive presence and the ability to produce high-quality materials for senior leaders Board members and donors. This role is responsible for managing specialized detailed work efficiently confidently and with a high degree of accuracy. The position requires exceptional attention to detail strong discipline and a deep commitment to completing work correctly and on time. A somewhat faster-than-average pace is typical with a strong emphasis on follow-through quality and reliability.

What Youll Do

Partner closely with President & CEO to manage executive priorities calendar key deliverables

Lead Board and governance operations including Board and Committee calendars agendas materials minutes and resolution tracking

Prepare polished executive-level presentations briefing notes reports and materials for Boards donors and senior leaders

Serve as a key liaison with Board members senior staff donors and external stakeholders ensuring clear and professional communication

Support major fundraising and stewardship initiatives through coordination of meetings donor materials and executive communications

Oversee logistics for executive meetings governance activities and events safeguarding confidential information at all times

Maintain governance documentation Board manuals policies and historical records with precision and integrity

Lead governance-related processes such as Board effectiveness activities recruitment support and accreditation requirements

Who You Are

A highly experienced executive professional with a track record supporting a President CEO or senior executive

Trusted discreet and confident with sound judgment and the ability to operate as a true partner to senior leadership

Highly organized proactive and calm under pressure with strong follow-through

An excellent communicator with advanced presentation skills and a keen eye for executive-level detail and polish

Comfortable working with Boards senior volunteers donors and high-profile stakeholders

Motivated by mission-driven work and inspired by healthcare and community impact

Solid experience using and maximizing the breadth and scope of AI Tools (e.g. ChatGPT)

Technically fluent using digital tools confidently to create materials and manage executive- and Board-level workflows

Why Humber River Health Foundation

Work in close partnership with inspiring executive and volunteer leaders

Play a meaningful role in advancing healthcare innovation and patient care

Enjoy a hybrid work environment (3 days in office / 2 days remote)

Be part of a values-driven organization where trust professionalism and impact matter

If you are seeking a role where your expertise judgment and leadership are truly valued - and where you can make a meaningful difference every day - we would love to hear from you.

NEXT STEPS:

As part of the hiring process at Humber River Health Foundation we ask that candidates complete two assessments.

Please set aside 5-10 uninterrupted minutes for completion of the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment although you have unlimited time to complete the assessment once it is started. This assessment does not measure intelligence education or experience. It simply measures work and communication needs. Use this LINK to complete.

Once you have completed the Behavioral Assessment you will receive an email with instructions to complete a second assessment The Predictive Index Cognitive Assessment. The email will be coming from the address and may be redirected to your junk mailbox. This is a timed assessment that includes verbal numerical and abstract reasoning questions. Please set aside 12 uninterrupted minutes for completion.

(NB: The assessment does not measure intelligence education or experience. It simply measures a persons capacity to learn adapt and grasp new concepts.)

About Humber River Health Foundation

Lighting New Ways in Healthcare. Humber River Health stands apart. As North Americas most digital hospital our state-of-the-art facility is enabling our physicians and staff to deliver healthcare in new and innovative ways and is a model of efficiency for hospitals around the world. Everything we do is designed to enhance not only outcomes but also the experiences of our patients and their families.

Please refer to the Foundation and the Humber River Health website for additional information.