Dress for Success Vancouver – Executive Director Search

The Dress for Success Vancouver Board is seeking their next Executive Director to lead the organization’s next phase of development and growth. As a Dress for Success affiliate, Dress for Success Vancouver first opened its doors 24 years ago to empower women and gender-diverse individuals into the workforce by helping them make the all-important great first impression with professional attire.

With a well-established brand position, a bold strategic plan, passionate and experienced staff, and a new office location that provides enhanced visibility and accessibility for clients and partners, Dress for Success Vancouver is well positioned to build upon a solid foundation to seize fundraising and partnership opportunities that will ensure a strong sustainable future.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader with a passion for the cause who can effectively engage and galvanize the staff, donors, corporate partners, and the hundreds of volunteers who are fundamental to the organization’s success. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable, in addition to well-honed business and financial acumen. Previous knowledge and experience in fundraising are highly desirable, as is the ability to develop and foster new and ongoing relationships with a wide range of interest holders.

Dress for Success Vancouver – Executive Director Search

May 6, 2024 by Watson
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The Dress for Success Vancouver Board is seeking their next Executive Director to lead the organization’s next phase of development and growth. As a Dress for Success affiliate, Dress for Success Vancouver first opened its doors 24 years ago to empower women and gender-diverse individuals into the workforce by helping them make the all-important great first impression with professional attire.

With a well-established brand position, a bold strategic plan, passionate and experienced staff, and a new office location that provides enhanced visibility and accessibility for clients and partners, Dress for Success Vancouver is well positioned to build upon a solid foundation to seize fundraising and partnership opportunities that will ensure a strong sustainable future.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader with a passion for the cause who can effectively engage and galvanize the staff, donors, corporate partners, and the hundreds of volunteers who are fundamental to the organization’s success. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are highly desirable, in addition to well-honed business and financial acumen. Previous knowledge and experience in fundraising are highly desirable, as is the ability to develop and foster new and ongoing relationships with a wide range of interest holders.

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