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Are you a strategic leader passionate about making a meaningful impact in the community?

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Do you believe in affordable housing and have a proven track record leading operations successfully?

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Nepean Housing Corporation (NHC) is an award-winning private non-profit affordable housing provider in Ottawa which develops and supports communities families are proud to call home. NHC’s housing portfolio, with over 580 units, includes Dunbar Court, a recently built net-zero-ready, three-storey apartment building, recognized as one of the area’s most eco-friendly buildings.

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NHC is seeking an Executive Director with strategic vision and collaborative leadership skills, capable of directing operations to foster robust, healthy, and sustainable communities.

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Why join us?​

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• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Your hard work deserves recognition

• Pension Plan (OMERS): Plan your future confidently with a defined benefit pension

• Employee Assistance Program: Support for your well-being

• Training and Professional Development: Grow and advance your skills

• Work-Life Balance: Generous leaves programs for rest and recharge

• Culture: Employees are valued, heard, and empowered to do meaningful work, with diversity being respected

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About the Role

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The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for the effective leadership and day-to-day management of NHC. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the ED helps define and advance the strategic direction of the organization, ensures operational excellence, and upholds compliance with established policies, legislation, and regulatory requirements. The ED is directly accountable to the Board for all organizational activities and outcomes.

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As the Executive Director, you will be responsible for:

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Leadership​​

• Provide visionary leadership that fosters a cohesive, high-performing team culture that supports the achievement of strategic and operational objectives

• Demonstrates strong human resource leadership, motivating and empowering staff, fostering trust and respect, and encouraging a collaborative workplace based on integrity, consistency, and open communication.

• Promote and champion the organizational mission and strategic objectives, ensuring achievement of priorities as established by the Board.

 

Corporate Social Responsibility​​

• Cultivate a corporate culture that promotes integrity, ethical conduct, equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organization.

• Support community development initiatives with innovative housing related solutions that contribute to the strength and well-being of NHC communities.

• Promote a culture of superior resident and customer service.

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Human Resources Management​​

• Ensure effective communication within the organization, including regular staff meetings and timely dissemination of Board decisions and relevant information.

• Ensure compliance with employment policies and legislation.

• Oversee performance management processes, including reviewing and monitoring work plans, annual evaluations, workload review, and staff training and development. Responsible for providing staffing recommendations to the Board.

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Strategy, Budget, Financial Agreements and Risk Management​​

• Provide strategic advice and timely information to the President, Board of Directors, and Board Committees; attend Board and Committee meetings as required.

• Oversee and report to the Board on the execution and progress of the strategic plan and annual operating and capital budgets.

• Collaborate with the Board to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework.

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Housing Portfolio Sustainability and Growth​​

• Monitor and assess government housing programs, funding, policy changes, and housing sector trends, and make appropriate recommendations to the Board.

• Manage and respond to requests for proposals and grant applications in collaboration with staff, consultants and other external service providers.

• Identify and evaluate development opportunities and oversee planning and/or construction of new housing communities.

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Governance and Policies​​

• Oversee the development, implementation, and compliance with key corporate policies, including policies related to governance, human resources, social responsibility, risk management, financial reporting, maintenance planning, community development, housing development as well as compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

• Work closely with the Board President to ensure effective communication, alignment, and collaboration between management and the Board.

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Business Management and Operational Excellence​​

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls related to financial reporting through appropriate policies and procedures.

• Provide oversight and management of all day-to-day organizational operations.

• Act as the primary spokesperson for NHC with stakeholders, the public, and elected officials.

 

What We Are Looking For

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• Senior Leadership Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in a middle or senior management role within a related organization including strategic plan experience

• Industry Experience: Experience within the non-profit sector is key and experience within the social and affordable housing sector is preferred

• Operational Oversight: Demonstrated hands-on experience managing operations, including financial systems management, policy management, and human resources

• People Leadership Experience: Proven ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams and manage performance

• Board Experience: Proven ability to effectively work with a Board of Directors

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships, to negotiate, and to effectively interact with tenants, staff and board members

• Political Acumen: Proven ability to understand, navigate and influence political and organizational dynamics to achieve positive outcomes

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Education​

• Post secondary education in Business Administration, Public Administration or related field required

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How to Apply​

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If you are interested in leading a dynamic team to make a difference in the community then  please send by June 7, 2026 your resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the requirements and qualifications to careers@tapstrategyandhr.com. The subject line of your email should quote reference number NHC-2026-02.

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For a complete job description please email careers@tapstrategyandhr.com.

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Nepean Housing Corporation respects employment equity and values diversity and inclusion. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please let us know how we can assist you.

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An offer of employment is conditional upon the candidate successfully completing a criminal reference check as well as satisfactory reference checks.

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We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.