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About the role

  • Director of Operations strengthening Canada’s National Observer, an independent Canadian newsroom covering climate and accountability journalism. Managing HR, finance, grants, partnerships, and executive support.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the organization’s operations, including people management, financial systems, and key funding partnerships
  • Maintain an overview of operational health
  • Ensure contracts, grant reports, and institutional relationships are handled precisely
  • Support the next phase of Canada’s National Observer’s journalism
  • Manage HR, labour relations, and employee support
  • Manage grants and funding applications
  • Oversee business administration and finance
  • Manage institutional partnerships and revenue
  • Provide executive support
  • Report to the CEO/Publisher and connect editorial goals with business sustainability

Requirements

  • Post-secondary degree in business administration, communications, or a related field
  • 5–7 years of experience in HR, administration, and financial coordination
  • Genuine interest in the future of Canadian journalism and the climate transition
  • Ability to build efficient workflows
  • Clear and effective communication skills
  • Ability to handle formal reporting and internal team needs professionally
  • Absolute discretion and attention to detail when handling sensitive financial and personnel data
  • Management experience suitable for a management role in a unionized workplace
  • Resume and cover letter required
  • Applicants must read Canada’s National Observer, explore the site, sign up for newsletters, and subscribe for one month at $1 before applying

Benefits

  • Sun Life extended health package
  • Employer matching RSP
  • One month of vacation, personal and sick days
  • Equipment allowance
  • Career development

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

CA$90,000 - CA$100,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridVancouverCanada

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