The Executive Director is a key leadership position within the Saskatchewan Lacrosse Association (SLA) and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the SLA in accordance with the SLA Bylaws, Regulations, and Policies while ensuring the financial stability of the SLA in partnership with the SLA Executive. The Executive Director is responsible for managing staff operations, sustaining the organizations finances, maintaining and building core activities and services, implementing Board policies and is accountable for all organizational performance and reputation of the SLA. The ED is the primary communication conduit between the SLA Executive, the Local Governing Body Presidents and their Board of Directors, SLA Associations, SLA Members, and Lacrosse Canada.
Reporting to the President and Executive Members, the ideal candidate will be a manager, coach, relationship builder, and communicator. The candidate will have experience in developing and implementing a strategic plan, motivating and managing staff, and has a clear understanding of the financial management of a provincial sport organization.
Qualifications include:
A post-secondary diploma or degree in Administration, Business Management, Non-Profit Management, or related degree plus 5+ years of progressive leadership experience working in a non-profit management role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Strong fiscal management, oversight, and governance, with experience in developing and managing budgets, strategic operating plans, and grant funding submissions.
Flexibility and ability to work evenings and weekends, as well as the ability to travel provincially and nationally to attend SLA and Lacrosse Canada events as required.
Experience with MS Office 365, accounting, and presentation software.
Candidates must have no conflict of interest or involvement with any lacrosse company, club, program, or league provincially or nationally.