The Opportunity
The Rossy Foundation, one of Canada’s largest private family foundations, is seeking a bilingual Program Director to join their growing team of professionals based in the Town of Mount Royal (in the Montreal metropolitan area).
The Program Director will bring strong strategy, project management and evaluation skills to the role as they contribute directly to new grantmaking portfolios from initial concept through to grant development, execution, monitoring and evaluation in their key areas of responsibility. Additionally, the Program Director will contribute to the evolution of existing program strategies as part of a highly collaborative team.
As a strong team player who is also able to work independently, the Program Director will initiate new major grants as well as contribute to the presentation of grants and strategies to the Board of Directors.
Strategic and impact focused, the Program Director will bring a high level of intellectual rigor and accountability to this role. As a strong relationship builder, the incumbent will be as comfortable working with grantees and the communities they serve as they will supporting philanthropists in the boardroom.
The Program Director will possess an understanding of and enthusiasm for the Foundation’s mission, values, and grant-making activities. The incumbent will feel comfortable within a small team of skilled and experienced professionals and in a work environment that is action-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
About The Rossy Foundation
The Rossy Foundation (or The RF) is a Montreal-based private foundation established in 2004 by Larry Rossy, the founder of Dollarama. The RF’s mission is to positively impact civil society and improve the lives of Canadians. The RF supports initiatives that foster healthy and resilient communities, and champions changemakers and leading organizations that are solving complex and persistent social problems. The RF grants in the areas of health research and clinical care innovation, mental health, civic engagement, and the environment. The RF is committed to supporting the vibrancy of Montreal, and also funds charitable organizations across Canada and internationally within its areas of focus.
Additional Information
Recent programs and projects funded by The Rossy Foundation include:
The Rossy Foundation Heart and Hands Pediatric Clinic – The Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation and Lester B. Pearson School Board
The Rossy Chair in Campus Mental Health – The University of Toronto
La Clinique juridique – L’Université de Montréal
Urban Farm Fresh Program – The Lufa Farms Foundation and Moisson Montreal
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Strategy, program management and evaluation
Contribute to the definition of The Rossy Foundation’s program strategies and program design, primarily in the Program Director’s area(s) of responsibility.
Grantmaking
Develop grants from initial concept through development, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.
Leadership and communication
Great collaborator and team player, engaging positively with others while thriving in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where quality, speed of decision-making and execution are critical to organizational success.
Additional Responsibilities
Deliver finalized documents and present the work in formal decision-making settings.
Qualifications & Competencies
The ideal candidate will:
The ideal candidate will also possess the following qualities and background:
Experience
Skills and abilities
Location: The Rossy Foundation is located in the Town of Mount Royal, Quebec, and is currently working within a hybrid model. This position has an expectation to be in the office three days per week, and/or as required based on project responsibilities.
For More Information
KCI Search + Talent has been retained to conduct this search on behalf of The Rossy Foundation. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sylvie Battisti, Senior Vice President by email at TheRossyF.
Interested candidates are invited to send a resume and letter of interest to the email address listed above by January 24, 2025. All inquiries and applications will be held in strict confidence.
The salary range for this position is $125,000 – $140,000 with an opportunity for added performance-based compensation. The Rossy Foundation also offers a group retirement plan and competitive benefits package.
The Rossy Foundation is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require any accommodations, please notify the Search Consultant.
Only candidates who are currently legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this role.
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