National Union of Public and General Employees (“NUPGE”) is a family of 13 Component unions. Taken together, NUPGE is one of the largest unions in Canada. Most of its 425,000 members work to deliver public services of every kind to the citizens of their home provinces. NUPGE also has a large and growing number of members who work in the private sector.
The National Union is different from most unions; it has a federated structure – in effect, it’s a union of unions. Individuals are members of the National Union through their membership in one of NUPGE’s components. The National Union structure is built on the autonomy and identity of components, while providing the benefits of belonging to a National Union. Components elect their own officers, set their dues, hire their staff and do their own bargaining. The National Union provides assistance and co-ordination, and national and international representation.
NUPGE’s mission is to improve the lives of working families and to build a stronger Canada by ensuring our common wealth is used for the common good. Additionally, NUPGE’s mission as a National Union is to:
• monitor provincial and federal labour laws and developments
• analyse restructuring of social programs and public services
• report on and contribute to legislation affecting the workplace
• give its members a national presence through participation in the Canadian Labour Congress and internationally through Public Services International
• develop and share successful bargaining strategies with its component unions
• contribute to a national framework of services and solidarity to benefit all Canadian workers
It is within this context that NUPGE invites applications and nominations for its inaugural Director of Communications, Political Action & Campaigns (“Director”).
Reporting to the President, the Director drives and oversees all communications activities and is accountable for implementing NUPGE’s Strategic Communications Plan that advances NUPGE’s communication with its members and influencers and builds solidarity. As an advisor to senior elected leaders, the Director provides communications and public relations guidance and support, contributing to the union’s effectiveness and influence in achieving its goals. The Director also recommends strategies and tactics to achieve the goals laid out in NUPGE’s Strategic Plan and drives the implementation of board priorities and campaigns. The Director’s work supports NUPGE’s mission of providing its members a national presence and advances the National Union delegations important collective voice in the future of the labour movement.
As the ideal candidate, you are a collaborative, approachable and visionary leader with exceptional written and verbal communications skills, coupled with deep experience in communications, campaigns, and political action. Experience in the labour movement, or a strong understanding of the labour movement is a definite asset. Alignment to NUPGE’s core values of fairness, equality, and justice that lifts up its members, and all working people is required, as is the ability to understand progressive social movements. You are comfortable operating in a smaller organization and can build and guide a team. You are a proven relationship builder who can establish strong relationships with a wide range of diverse stakeholders, including media, NUPGE’s members and Components, allies, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), and internationally through Public Services International. A post-secondary diploma and/or degree in a related field is an asset, as is bilingualism in French; proficiency in English is required
This role requires candidates to be based in the Ottawa, Ontario area.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with NUPGE, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca).

The office of the NUPGE is on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
We recognize the crimes that have been committed and the harm that has been done and dedicate ourselves as a union to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and striving for justice.

NUPGE is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, and strongly encourages applications from women, members of Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities; Two-Spirit, non-binary, trans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity-deserving groups.
NUPGE and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and assessment processes.

All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Registered Professional Planners (RPPs) have the education, ethics and experience to help guide the public, elected officials and the private sector on the journey to inspired communities. The Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) is the recognized voice of Ontario’s planning profession with over 4,600 members working in government, private practice, universities, and not-for-profit agencies in the fields of urban and rural development, community design, environmental planning, transportation, health, social services, heritage conservation, housing, and economic development.
OPPI’s student members attend undergraduate and graduate planning programs at six accredited Ontario universities. Members must meet quality practice requirements and are accountable to OPPI and the public to practice ethically and to abide by a Professional Code of Practice. Only full OPPI members are authorized by the Ontario Professional Planners Institute Act, 1994, to use the title Registered Professional Planner (or RPP).
OPPI welcomes applications and nominations for its Director of Reconciliation and Social Justice (“Director”). OPPI staff operate in a hybrid work environment; if the successful candidate resides outside of Ontario, OPPI can support a remote work model.
OPPI strongly encourages applications from members of Indigenous and racialized communities and all equity-deserving groups including Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
This position will act in concert with OPPI’s commitment to Indigenous Peoples’ and Aboriginal Title Rights, and resolutions to anti-Black racism and systemic racism and barriers to entry to the profession for equity-deserving groups. Reporting to the Executive Director of OPPI, the primary role of the Director is to continue the implementation of the approved recommendations from OPPI’s 2019 Indigenous Planning Perspectives Task Force (IPPTF) and its 2021 Anti-Black Racism in Planning Task Force (ABRPTF). The Director will develop a multi-year strategy outlining goals, metrics, priorities, and approach to the continued implementation of IPPTF and ABRPTF recommendations over short -medium- and long-term. The Director will build upon OPPI’s existing efforts to design and implement new, actionable, and measurable initiatives that have the potential to create meaningful change within the planning profession and the Institute. Additionally, the Director will guide OPPI on DEI programs, policies, and initiatives in alignment with the OPPI Strategic Plan 2025 and ensure the goals and metrics of the Strategic Plans’ five strategic directions are achieved as it relates to DEI. Drawing from the OPPI’s Strategic Plan, the Director will provide customized guidance to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion into OPPI governance, practices, services, policies, and procedures.
The position will foster an environment of collegiality, respect, and inclusiveness with OPPI staff, members, volunteers, and the broader community to contribute to and benefit from efforts in reconciliation and social justice. The Director will champion the importance and value of a diverse and inclusive planning community; connecting with industry and community leaders to promote collaborations, programs and training that will lead the planning profession and OPPI to this envisioned future. The Director will act as staff liaison and/or participate on internal and external committees; prepare regular reports to Council on progress; author articles, forum or blog posts, or facilitate webinars to engage in dialogue, plan continuous learning and industry events to bring people together, and keep the membership informed. They will, at times, advocate for changes to federal and provincial government legislation, planning practices, and public engagement. The Director will also identify and apply for research funding to advance inclusion initiatives with a goal to develop reports and guidebooks that inform planners and the planning community.
This appointment calls for a consensus builder with a growth mindset, and exceptional interpersonal, facilitation, mediation, and analytical skills. As the ideal candidate, you have progressive experience(s) in cross-cultural relationship building, policy development, project management, and facilitating large-scale and systems change. Lived experience of encountering and addressing complex equity, diversity, and human rights issues is strongly preferred. Candidates will have a record of successfully engaging with a diverse group of partners and Indigenous-knowledge-keepers to achieve targeted goals. You have proven experience in anti-oppression, equity, diversity, anti-racism, accessibility/UDL and inclusion frameworks including the ability to proactively identify challenges and opportunities related to these areas to support future planning and strategy. A lifelong learner, you have understanding of, and curiosity about, the legislative, socio-political, and legal frameworks related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenization. The incumbent will have demonstrated experience successfully communicating with and educating a broad range of individuals on difficult and complex issues with empathy.
To apply or explore this impactful opportunity with the OPPI, please submit a curriculum vitae along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca) or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/ oppi-director-reconciliation-social-justice
In accordance with provincial legislation, accommodation will be provided by Griffith Group and the OPPI throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact sam@griffithgroup.ca.

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with its partners, Cuso International is focused on efforts to advance gender equality and social inclusion, improve economic resilience, and deliver progress on climate action. Cuso International believes that by sharing skills, we can build better futures. Founded in 1961, today Cuso International works in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and Canada.
Wherever Cuso International works and in everything it does, Cuso International prioritizes the interests and needs of marginalized communities. Cuso International uses the term “marginalized” to refer to all groups of persons excluded from mainstream social, economic, educational, political, and/or cultural life, including those who face discrimination on the basis of their gender, ethnicity, political opinions, legal status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or religion. Such marginalization varies by context. Marginalized groups usually include (but are not limited to) women and girls, LGBQTI+, Indigenous Peoples, people living with disabilities or in extreme poverty, youth, elderly, refugees, and other displaced people.
In 2023, Cuso International has embarked on a process of renewal with the launch of a new strategy to grow its contributions to advancing inclusive global progress. It is within this context that Cuso International welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Executive Director, Philanthropy and Public Affairs.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer Nicolas Moyer, the Executive Director, Philanthropy and Public Affairs provides leadership, vision, strategic oversight, and direction to the fundraising and public affairs portfolios. The Executive Director is an integral part of the Leadership team which includes the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operations Officer, Director of Programs Strategy and Innovation, and the Director of Program Quality and Impact. This inaugural role, leading a combined Philanthropy and Public Affairs department, will be tasked with ensuring that all plans and related activities are in alignment with Cuso International’s mission, values, strategic and operational plans, practice standards and policies. Leading a capable and experienced team, the Executive Director will build and support an integrated revenue strategy that prioritizes collaboration, consistency, and innovation to drive revenue and awareness. The Executive Director will oversee Cuso International’s approach to public engagement and advocacy, ensuring that organizational positioning, thought leadership and public-facing advocacy efforts contribute to increased community mobilization and support government revenue generation objectives. Success will require effective strategic oversight of all aspects of marketing and communications including brand management, advertising, promotion, media relations, collateral, website, public engagement and digital and social media. The Executive Director will represent Cuso International at external functions, and work closely with the Program Strategy and Innovation team to lead Cuso International’s engagement in collective advocacy and policy positions to ensure they are aligned with the organization’s thought leadership and advocacy goals. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board as a whole, the Board Fundraising and Public Affairs Committee and individual Directors, as required, including the regular reporting of plans, outcomes, and results.
As the ideal candidate, you bring progressive and successful leadership experience in fundraising, marketing, and communications. You have demonstrated experience leading a comprehensive, integrated fundraising team, including major and planned giving, campaigns, corporate partnerships, foundation funding, annual giving, and events. You have successfully planned and delivered strategic fundraising and communications programs that align with organizational priorities. You are a strategic thinker that sees the connections between brand communications, public engagement and philanthropy. You have, personally, secured strategic-level philanthropic contributions from individual donors and foundations, and are committed to supporting donor stewardship to strengthening and deepening donor relationships and experiences. In relation to public affairs, you have contributed to, and/or have led thought leadership and advocacy activities as well as public campaigns or mobilizations and have provided leadership and support to mobilizing boards, committees, and senior volunteers in support of an organization’s goals. As a team leader, you foster and promote a highly collaborative environment, which is positive, flexible, and responsive. You are adept at managing a complex budget with competing interests, in a manner that both is financially sustainable and responsible. You are at ease presenting verbally and through written communications with varying audiences. Candidates must hold a degree from a recognized university and be able to work confidently and proficiently in French. The ability to also communicate in Spanish is an asset.
The Executive Director will be based in Ottawa, Ontario, and candidates for the position must be able to work regularly in person at Cuso International’s main office. Flexible workplace policies also allow for temporary work arrangements from other locations, including Cuso International Country Offices. Occasional travel across Canada and internationally will also be required in this role.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with Cuso International, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Noshina Choudhary (noshina@griffithgroup.ca) or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/cuso-executive-director-philanthropy-public-affairs
Cuso International welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of all sexual orientations and/or gender identities. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Cuso International and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and/or assessment processes.

The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) is the national non-profit professional association representing regulated (or, in unregulated jurisdictions, those who meet the criteria for regulation) naturopathic doctors across Canada. Incorporated in 1955 the CAND’s membership consists of over 2,900 Canadian naturopathic doctors and naturopathic medical students. All are graduates of, or students in, an accredited four-year, post-graduate level, naturopathic medical program.
The CAND advocates federally on behalf of the naturopathic profession, promotes research, and the regulation of all health-care professionals to ensure public safety. The Association educates the public about the training and education of naturopathic doctors and promotes the benefits of naturopathic medicine to the individuals, corporations, insurance companies and the federal government. Recent examples include: Working with insurance companies to ensure proper coverage for naturopathic medicine; being a stakeholder with several government agencies including the Public Health Agency of Canada; and aiding in regulatory efforts across Canada.
It is within this context that CAND welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Executive Director (“ED”).
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED leads the growth of the organization and ensures CAND delivers value to, and is representative of, its membership and the profession. The ED oversees membership engagement and growth, partnerships and government relations, events, and the strategic leadership of the organization. The ED is also responsible for the successful operation of the organization, including financial management and human resources. The ED plays a key role in the development of people and culture, and will build, lead and inspire a small and dedicated team.
This appointment requires a service-oriented, visionary and strategic thinker, and a collaborative and approachable leader. As the ideal candidate, you bring knowledge of, and experience in, the not-for-profit sector; familiarity with, or experience in, the healthcare sector is an asset. You are comfortable operating in a smaller, not-for-profit organization and can build and lead a team. You have the capacity to provide effective administrative leadership, including financial and human resources, while also leading the strategic visioning of increasing value to, and experience of, members.
You are a proven relationship builder who can establish strong relationships with a wide range of diverse stakeholders. You are excited by the opportunity to ensure CAND continues to be a recognized stakeholder with the federal government. You are comfortable promoting and increasing greater awareness of CAND’s value and representing the organization on a national basis. You are a consensus builder and a good listener, in addition to being an effective communicator. You understand the dynamics of working with, and in support of, boards and committees, and can gain an understanding the dynamics of a membership-based organization. Government relations experience is an asset, as is a passion for naturopathic medicine. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility is required. A post-secondary diploma or degree is required. A graduate level degree is an asset.
To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Sravanthi Bagirathi (sravanthi@griffithgroup.ca), or visit www.griffithgroup.ca/ canadian-association-naturopathic-doctors-executive-director
The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, and strongly encourages applications from women, members of Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities; Two-Spirit, non-binary, trans, lesbian, gay, bisexual, and queer people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity-deserving groups.
The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in the recruitment and assessment processes.
All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

OPSEU/SEFPO represents approximately 180,000 members across Ontario. They are full-and part-time workers, as diverse a group as you could imagine. OPSEU/SEFPO’s members work for the Ontario government, inside community colleges, for the LCBO, in the health care and education sectors, and they are employed in a wide range of community agencies within the broader public sector.
OPSEU/SEFPO has an incredibly talented, knowledgeable and dedicated workforce that provides the highest level of service to its diverse membership. OPSEU/SEFPO’s approximately 350 employees believe in the labour movement and stand at the frontlines to support and fight for what is right for the working people of Ontario. OPSEU/SEFPO’s exceptional team works across Ontario to organize new members, engage and represent the rights of its members in their workplaces and communities, negotiate collective agreements, advance health and safety, attend mediations and arbitrations, plan conferences and events, provide educational sessions, promote anti-harassment and anti-discrimination, address equity-related matters, draft communications, plan and execute campaigns, and the internal work that ensures the organization runs smoothly and efficiently so that OPSEU/SEFPO can service the membership. OPSEU/SEFPO’s employees belong to two internal staff unions, the Ontario Public Service Staff Union (OPSSU) and the Administrative Staff Union (ASU). OPSEU/SEFPO also have a small group of non-unionized employees that work in the Legal Services and Employee Relations Divisions, as well as in the senior leadership domain.
It is within this context that OPSEU/SEFPO welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its Administrator, Finance and Operations (“Administrator”).
Reporting to the First Vice-President/Treasurer, and as a member of the administrative leadership team, the Administrator leads a diverse team across a broad portfolio including Accounting/Payroll, Facilities, Information Technology, Member Services, and Conferences/Travel. The Administrator directs the management of the financial and human resources of the Finance and Operations Division to deliver on operational and strategic mandates; ensures that all legal and reporting requirements are met; and monitors and controls expenditures and develops plans for future human and financial resource needs. The Administrator also participates in the development of the OPSEU/SEFPO budget, strategic plan and annual goals; develops and implements strategies and proposals with respect to the finances of OPSEU/SEFPO to support OPSEU/SEFPO’s vision, mandate and goals; and works cooperatively to operationalize the policies and strategies developed by the Executive Board and Convention. The Administrator builds strong and collaborative working relationships with staff and Executive Board Members, and maintains a respectful workplace culture that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion, learning and continuous improvement.
As the ideal candidate, you have leadership experience in a fast-paced, collaborative, and ideally member-centered environment. You have extensive financial management experience, including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, multi-year strategic resource planning, financial management reporting, audit, procurement and facilities; coupled with knowledge in GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) to ensure compliance with policies and guidelines and promote best financial practices. You are adept at recommending and implementing improvements to processes and policies for effectiveness and efficiencies, and have strategic and analytical skills to establish goals, develop implementation plans, monitor progress and ensure effective accountability and strategic alignment. Candidates must be committed to the highest standards of honesty, transparency, and ethics. As a leader, you build and foster a respectful workplace culture and have demonstrated experience promoting and advancing equity, diversity and inclusion. You are prepared to make principled decisions, and have sound judgement, strong people leadership, and communication and relationship building skills. You demonstrate an understanding and commitment to Labour /Social Democratic Philosophy, and are capable of championing OPSEU/SEFPO’s Vision and Values. Candidates must hold a CPA designation (or equivalent professional designations), and post-secondary education is an asset.
To learn more about this significant leadership opportunity with OPSEU/SEFPO, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Sravanthi Baghirathi (sravanthi@griffithgroup.ca), or visit XXXXXXXXX
OPSEU/SEFPO supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, 2SLGBTQ+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. OPSEU/SEFPO’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
OPSEU/SEFPO and Griffith Group are committed to an inclusive, accessible and welcoming hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Please advise Sam Walton (sam@griffithgroup.ca) should you require any accommodation to participate in this posting, recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes.