We’re Hiring! Executive Director
Join the Whitebark Pine Ecosystem Foundation of Canada (WPEFC) and help lead conservation and recovery efforts for endangered whitebark and limber pine ecosystems across western Canada!
WPEFC is seeking a collaborative, strategic, and highly organized Executive Director to lead our growing nonprofit organization.
Working closely with our Board of Directors, staff, and partners, the Executive Director will provide leadership in organizational strategy, fundraising, financial management, partnerships, program oversight, and operations.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nonprofit leader who is passionate about conservation, collaboration, and building strong organizations that make a meaningful impact.
Position Details
- Position: Executive Director
- Employment: Full-time (40 hours/week)
- Location: Remote, based in British Columbia or Alberta, with periodic travel. Preference given to candidates in the Kootenay region or Alberta Rockies.
- Compensation: $40–$45/hour, depending on experience
- Vacation: Three weeks annually
- Benefits: Employee benefits package after six months
- Application Deadline: November 29, 2026
About the Role
The Executive Director will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic leadership and supporting organizational growth and sustainability.
- Leading fundraising, grant development, and revenue-generation initiatives.
- Overseeing organizational finances, budgets, and operations.
- Supporting staff, contractors, and conservation programming across BC and Alberta.
- Building and maintaining relationships with government, Indigenous communities and organizations, industry, researchers, and conservation partners.
- Working closely with the Board of Directors to support effective governance and organizational decision-making.
We’re looking for someone with strong nonprofit leadership, fundraising, financial management, and relationship-building experience. While knowledge of conservation and natural resource management is an asset, applicants do not need to be technical experts in whitebark or limber pine ecology.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to the WPEFC HR Committee at info@whitebarkpine.ca.
Please include examples in your cover letter demonstrating how your experience aligns with the position’s qualifications.
Application deadline: November 29, 2026
Only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
WPEFC is committed to employment equity, diversity, and fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Help us build a resilient future for whitebark and limber pine ecosystems across western Canada!