President

Dress for Success Toronto (DSFT) is part of a global movement for change and the local affiliate of Dress for Success International, a not-for-profit organization operating in over 143 cities in 23 countries. Its mission is to empower women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire, and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.  Since 2009, DSFT has helped over 18,000 women in the GTA transition from unemployment to economic independence. In 2022, it provided over 14,000 Items of clothing and accessories to job seekers and newly employed women and over 3,150 hours of career learning and development services.

It is within this context that Dress for Success Toronto welcomes applications and nominations for the appointment of its new President.

Reporting to a volunteer Board of Directors, the President will drive the growth of the organization so that Dress for Success Toronto can achieve its mission and its long and short-term goals. The President will advance the mission of the organization externally through thought leadership, advocacy, partnerships development, and revenue generation while also acting as the primary spokesperson on behalf of the organization. The President is responsible for the overall management of the organization, including the development of its strategic plan in collaboration with the Board, identifying new fundraising initiatives and partnerships, and providing management and leadership of its financial and human resources. The President leads a highly engaged and diverse team and works in close collaboration with the senior leadership team who manage the daily operations of the organization.

As the ideal candidate, you bring demonstrated successful experience in senior leadership roles from a non-profit organization or registered charity. You have a strong commitment to Dress for Success’ mission and values and understand the complexities of empowering women to achieve economic independence. You have exceptional financial and business acumen, a track record of innovation and growth, and ideally, experience working with, or reporting to, a Board of Directors.  Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and the necessary cultural competencies to lead a multi-generational, culturally diverse workforce. As a key spokesperson for the organization, the successful candidate should be comfortable with presentations, media, and public relations.

To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with Dress for Success Toronto, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith (jane@griffithgroup.ca) and/or Caroline McLean (caroline@griffithgroup.ca).

Dress for Success Toronto is an equal opportunity employer and knows that a diverse team makes for a stronger organization. We are committed to employment equity and encourage candidates to self-identify as visible minorities; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; people of all gender identities and sexual orientations; Indigenous peoples; and persons with disabilities.

Dress for Success Toronto 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.

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