Director, Social Impact

Position Overview

This role is offered through a partner company and is based in Canada. The Director, Social Impact will spearhead the development and execution of community-driven initiatives within a rapidly growing, innovative setting. This contract position, lasting approximately 16 months, entails directing the rollout of a multi-year social impact plan focused on enhancing financial literacy and inclusivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of social impact projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timely delivery.
• Forge and sustain effective cross-department collaborations among product, marketing, communications, and community engagement teams.
• Create and implement governance standards, operational workflows, and scalable frameworks to support multi-team efforts.
• Manage community partnerships and grant-making programs to foster impactful external collaborations.
• Oversee foundation-related operations, including governance, financial audits, reporting, and fund distribution.
• Provide leadership to a small team focused on social impact initiatives, ensuring engagement and continuity.
• Direct employee resource group programs and evaluate their organizational influence.
• Utilize technology and AI tools to enhance program management, budgeting, reporting, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 8 years in social impact roles such as community investment, corporate foundations, CSR, or related areas, with experience in launching or managing new programs.
• Demonstrated expertise in foundation administration, financial governance, grant oversight, or corporate philanthropic activities.
• Proven ability to lead multifaceted projects engaging diverse stakeholders and functions.
• Experience in developing and managing partnerships with nonprofits or community organizations.
• Leadership experience with teams or programs that drive employee engagement or volunteer initiatives.
• Strong financial management skills including monitoring budgets and ensuring fiscal accountability across projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills tailored to senior leadership and governance audiences.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous, evolving environments, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• Background in technology companies, CSR sectors, youth-focused programs, or AI-supported operational processes is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration for the contract duration.
• Health and life insurance coverage included.
• Employer-supported long-term savings and retirement plans.
• Paid leave covering vacation, wellness, sick leave, and mental health days.
• Flexible working arrangements, encompassing options to work outside Canada part-time.
• Opportunity to collaborate with a talented, mission-driven team in a dynamic environment.
• Access to inclusive employee resource groups and community initiatives.
• Exposure to advanced tools and AI-driven methods enhancing work processes.
• Chance to contribute meaningfully to projects with enduring social impact.

Additional Information

This position is managed by a partner company that handles applications and recruitment processes. The application screening uses AI-supported tools to evaluate candidates objectively, but final hiring decisions rest with human reviewers. Personal data processing complies with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR, and applicants can request information or exercise data rights anytime.