The Vice President of Shared Services is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the company and oversees the departments of finance, IT, and human resources. The VPSS reports directly to the president and board of directors as a member of the senior management team. The VPSS works with top-level executives to devise strategies to meet company objectives and reports on the performance of the various departments to the president and board of directors.

• Manage and supervise day-to-day operations of various departments, such as finance, HR, and IT
• Manage budgets, hiring and contracting, and business negotiations
• Analyze audit reports and formulate improvements to departmental workings
• Draft and implement policies and best practices to support achievement of objectives and required standards
• Ensure availability of adequate and appropriate equipment, staffing, and systems; recommend additional staffing and services
• Recruit, select, and train staff
• Define and implemens key performance indicators and strategic objectives for the division and, as appropriate, the entire organization; facilitates measurement of those objectives, reporting results to the executive team
• Undertake performance management review for direct reports
• Ensure workplace health and safety
• Demonstrate strong self-management skills and further personal development

• Advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of non-profit experience, including 5 years of management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities
• Proven management, analytical, and interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact, diplomacy, and mature judgement
• Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to handle the stress of a high-powered position
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects on an ongoing basis
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, current standards, and policy formation
• Ability to provide strong futuristic leadership
• Strong management,
• Commitment to the mission of the non-profit organization