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Opportunity: Governance and Human Resources Consultant
The Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW) is seeking a Consultant specializing in not-for-profit governance and management. The Consultant will determine the feasibility of transitioning the board of directors from a working board to a policy governance board and, if deemed feasible, assist the board in transition planning and implementation. The transition will include moving the CCMW from a not-for-profit to a charitable organization. The Consultant will also develop and assist in implementing a Human Resources (HR) plan for long-term operational capacity and sustainability and facilitate development of CCMW’s next five-year strategic plan.
Responsibilities
Review current structure and practices
Develop a transition plan from current state to new governance and charitable state
If deemed feasible, develop a policy governance model for CCMW
Develop board and chapters manuals
Develop and deliver training for board members on new model
Develop an orientation webinar for new board members
Complete functional analysis of work carried out by national board and staff
Identify functions that would best be performed by staff rather than board members
Develop organizational structure and positions to carry out the functions identified
Complete position descriptions
Develop an implementation plan
Develop board and HR succession plan
Facilitate strategic planning and complete 2022-2027 strategic plan
Qualifications
5-10 years of experience in non-for-profit governance and management consulting and/or practice
5-10 years of experience in human resources as a generalist, consultant or manager
Relevant academic qualifications and CHRP designation
Demonstrated strategic planning experience in the not-for-profit sector
Experience in transitioning organizations from not-for-profit to charitable status
Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and competing priorities
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS-Office Suite, use of social media and project management tools
Position Type
This is a fee-for-service contract for a total value of $30,000, including HST, based in the Greater Toronto Area. Qualified candidates are required to submit their cover letter and CV to info@ccmw.com by 5:00 p.m., May 26, 2021. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.