Summary
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Shore is seeking a collaborative, community‑minded Executive Director to lead our youth mentoring charity based in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. In this full‑time leadership role, you will guide a small, dedicated team, partner with an engaged Board of Directors, and work with schools, volunteers, and community partners across the South Shore to create life‑changing mentoring relationships for young people. The Executive Director oversees strategy, programs, fundraising, and finances, acts as the public face of the agency, and ensures we deliver high‑quality services in alignment with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada standards. If you are a relationship‑builder with non‑profit leadership experience, strong fundraising and financial management skills, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and youth, we encourage you to apply.
Details
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Shore (BBBS South Shore) is a youth‑serving charity that empowers young people to realize their full potential through the power of mentoring relationships. As part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada federation, we work with families, volunteers, schools, and community partners to create safe, consistent, and life‑changing matches for children and youth across the South Shore. This service area includes the Lunenburg and Queen’s county areas: Hubbards, Chester, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, Bridgewater and Liverpool.
We are seeking a collaborative, community‑minded Executive Director to lead our organization, based in Bridgewater Nova Scotia, into its next chapter of growth and impact.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director provides overall leadership and management of BBBS South Shore in alignment with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada standards, policies, and mission. You will:
- Lead a small, dedicated staff team to maximize and support high‑quality mentoring relationships for children and youth.
- Work closely with schools, community partners, and referral sources across the South Shore to identify young people who can benefit from mentoring and to recruit, screen, and support volunteers.
- Provide strategic leadership and partner with the Board to develop and implement annual and long‑term plans, including program, fundraising, and community engagement goals.
- Oversee day‑to‑day operations, including program delivery, risk management, reporting, and compliance with national standards, policy and relevant legislation.
- Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for BBBS South Shore, building strong relationships with donors, funders and community stakeholders.
- Lead fundraising and revenue‑development efforts, including events, grants, sponsorships, and donor stewardship, in partnership with staff and the Board.
- Provide sound financial management: prepare and monitor the annual budget, oversee financial reporting, and ensure the responsible stewardship of all resources.
- Recruit, supervise, and support staff and key volunteers, fostering a positive, inclusive, and accountable organizational culture aligned with BBBS values.
Qualifications
- Post‑secondary education in social sciences, community development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 3–5 years of progressive leadership experience, ideally in the non‑profit, public, or community sector, including staff supervision and budgeting responsibility.
- Demonstrated commitment to the well‑being of children and youth; experience in a youth‑serving or mentoring organization is a strong asset.
- Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, and/or revenue development (events, grants, sponsorships, individual giving).
- Strong strategic thinking, planning, and organizational skills, with the ability to move between big‑picture vision and hands‑on execution.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust and work effectively with diverse stakeholders (youth, families, volunteers, staff, Board, funders, and community partners).
- Experience working with or reporting to a Board of Directors and comfort operating within a governance framework.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new digital tools and databases.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events, meetings, and community engagements.
Personal attributes
- Relationship‑builder who is visible and engaged in the South Shore community.
- Collaborative and inclusive leader who models integrity, transparency, and accountability.
- Self‑starter who can work independently while effectively engaging staff, volunteers, and the Board.
- Passionate about mentoring and the potential of young people on the South Shore.
- Position type: Part time or full time option available.
- Primary location: Based in Bridgewater on the South Shore of Nova Scotia. Remote work option unavailable.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume in a single PDF, outlining how their experience aligns with this role through Indeed by July 15, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
BBBS South Shore is committed to building an inclusive, equitable organization that reflects the diversity of the young people and communities we serve and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
