We’re Hiring A New Executive Director

July 6, 2021by SBIA0 comments

About the Strathcona Business Improvement Association

The Strathcona Business Improvement Association (SBIA) is a not-for-profit society that plays an important role in business development, marketing, safety, and street enhancement in Vancouver’s historic Strathcona district through innovative programs, sustainability, advocacy, and strong partnerships. We view our work through a community economic development lens, aiming to innovate, explore, and expand beyond the work of a BIA, to support businesses to thrive in our commercial district, and improve the community for all.

The SBIA represents over 840 business and commercial property owners in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and Strathcona neighbourhoods. Spanning 44 city square blocks, the SBIA designated area is roughly bound by Gore Avenue, Clark Drive, Railway Street, and Venables Street. The SBIA is a unique BIA in that over 60% of our members are industrial. Our vision is for Strathcona members to thrive in a mixed-use, inclusive, resilient and prosperous local economy. It is our mission to promote a strong local economy through advocacy, cultivating relationships, supporting business participation in the community, delivering innovative programs and fostering community leaders.

Strathcona is a place for everyone who does things differently. It’s a place that celebrates humanity, expanded worldviews, and challenging preconceived notions. We encourage the people and places that make up our community to maintain their distinct character, while understanding and appreciating what makes each other unique. We believe that everyone has a place in Strathcona, especially those who are unafraid to go against the norm. We embrace and advocate for all who establish their lives, identities and livelihoods here.

Learn more about our mission & vision, and programming.

The Opportunity

The Strathcona Business Association is seeking a new Executive Director to lead the organization into a new vision and period of recovery, resilience, and renewal.

The Executive Director will provide leadership and direction toward the achievement of the society’s mission and objectives. Acting as a liaison among members, the board of directors, staff, government, and other community partners, the Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the delivery and implementation of all programs and services, annual budget development, oversight of daily operations, BIA renewal strategy, and takes the lead in member-serving advocacy, community, and government relations.

The Executive Director’s activities include supporting the continuous improvement of Strathcona’s commercial district as a safe and thriving place to work, live, shop, and access entertainment for business owners, property owners, and the public at large.

Responsibilities of the Role

Leadership & Strategy

As the Strathcona BIA’s Executive Director, you will be expected to lead the development of multi-year strategic plans for the Board’s approval based on the needs of the members and the educated projections of the future business and financial requirements of the Association. The organization is currently in Year 3 of a 5 Year Strategic Plan, and Year 5 of a 7 Year Renewal Period with the City of Vancouver. You are responsible for leading the development and ensuring the effective implementation of the strategic plan within the restraints of the approved budget under a fixed 7-year funding cap. You will oversee the development of policies and programs that meet the interests of members and the public at large. You will be continually challenged to develop and modify programs which address the issues and concerns of a diverse business and property owner membership.

Advocacy & Relationship Management

As the Executive Director, you will be the principal spokesperson for the Association to the media, stakeholders, government partners, and on behalf of members on all matters relative to the ongoing activities and programs of the SBIA. You will work closely with and take policy direction from the Board of Directors and you will be effective at representing the interests of the SBIA and its members, with credibility, knowledge and influence.

Governance & Operations

As Executive Director you will provide direction and coaching to your managers as part of your operational oversight including personnel decisions, tactical implementation of policies, programs and project initiatives, and contractual commitments within the approved budget constraints.

About You

You are driven, forward-thinking, and dedicated to developing and advancing an innovative suite of programs and advocacy. You thrive as a leader in a busy and challenging but rewarding environment. You understand how businesses work, know how to run a good meeting, give a great media interview, and form relationships with people from all walks of life.

You have a passion for sustainable community economic development, a knack for building bridges across people and communities that don’t always see eye to eye, and you have your finger on the pulse of Vancouver.

Key Qualifications & Skills

The right person for this role will embody the dynamic, creative leadership qualities we’re looking for, share in the SBIA’s values and vision, have at least 5 years’ experience working in the not-for-profit sector in an executive or senior role, have a completed university degree and/or equivalent career & life experience, and understands fiduciary responsibility and comfortable working through financial strategy.

Compensation

Salary is $90,000 to $110,000 and is reflective of the scope of the position, market awareness, and will be subject to assessing each candidate on an individual basis. In addition, the SBIA offers an attractive benefits package.

Who Should Apply

The Strathcona Business Improvement Association values diversity, and encourages applicants of all gender identities or expressions, sexual orientation, colour, race, age, ability, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, or family/marital status. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

How to Apply

Please email your resume, cover letter, and total remuneration expectations to:

Allan Welyk
President & Director
ELEVATE Search Group
6th Floor – 777 Hornby Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 1S4

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We thank all applicants who are interested in our current posting as Executive Director, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The deadline to apply is July 23rd, 2021.

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Announcements, Important Info

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January 22, 2021by SBIA0 comments

The Strathcona Business Improvement Association is looking for a Social Media Specialist to join our team.

Our ideal candidate is an expert copywriter, content creator, and social strategist who is excited to bring to life all that makes Strathcona vibrant and different from anywhere else in Vancouver.

The Strathcona BIA values diversity, and encourages applicants of all gender identities or expressions, sexual orientation, colour, race, age, ability, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, or family/marital status.

This is a 15 hour per week remote work position for an ongoing long-term contract. Compensation details are included in the full job description. The deadline to apply is February 11, 2021.

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