Chief Executive Officer

Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving, restoring and managing wetlands and associated habitat for North America's waterfowl and for the benefit of wildlife and people, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer.

About the Position: Chief Executive Officer

Supported by a committed Board of Directors and a dedicated professional staff, the CEO will be challenged to provide leadership at an important time in DUC’s history. The CEO must fully appreciate the qualities that make DUC a leader in Canadian wetland conservation community – a commitment to science-based wetland habitat conservation; a cohesive and integrated management and leadership operation; support for on-the-ground projects and public policy work to protect, restore, manage wetland habitat; and a commitment to broadening the engagement of volunteers and the public in the mission of the organization. The CEO reports to the President and serves the Board of Directors. The CEO is based in the national headquarters located at Oak Hammock Marsh Conservation Centre, Stonewall, Manitoba.

In order to advance the work of DUC, the CEO will be challenged to lead an organization that fully utilizes its human and financial assets in the most effective manner possible. The CEO should be a person who possesses a deep conservation ethic and a vision that embodies the collective view of the whole organization to multiple constituencies. Moreover, the CEO must continue to usher forward creative and innovative approaches to resource development – targeting individuals, foundations, corporations and governmental agencies as well as expanding long-term investment opportunities in DUC.

Because of the breadth of DUC’s operations, the CEO must possess a demonstrated capacity to leverage the organization’s brand and strategic value to enhance impact on critical wetland habitat program and policy priorities. The CEO should also have an ability to involve all aspects of DUC’s organization into a highly effective team. The CEO will act to strengthen the fabric of DUC by convening, brokering and nurturing strategic relationships and partnerships. The CEO must be an energetic and entrepreneurial leader and possess sophisticated financial and management capabilities. The CEO must be able to direct, motivate and develop volunteer leaders and professional staff – empowering and inspiring all parties to reach and achieve critical organizational goals.

In the role as CEO, this person will also serve to carry DUC’s conservation message to critical international, federal and provincial public policy, philanthropic, nonprofit and corporate leaders. In that regard, the CEO needs to bring a genuine excitement and commitment about DUC’s mission. The CEO will continue to position DUC through its programs and activities as an innovative, inclusive and forward-looking wetlands conservation organization.

Compensation for the Chief Executive Officer includes a competitive base salary, performance bonus and an excellent package of health and other employee benefits.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should email a cover letter explaining how your skills and background fit this position and a resume to:

Daniel Sherman
President, Explore Company
resumes@explorecompany.com

Refer to DUC/CEO in the subject line. No phone calls please.

Created in 1938, DUC is a private, non-profit organization that conserves, restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America’s waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.