Executive Director Position – Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)
Edmonton, Alberta – Full-time

About Us
Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD) is a provincial, cross-disability organization advancing the rights, inclusion, and opportunities of people with disabilities. We collaborate with communities, government, and organizations to ensure that the voices of people with disabilities are heard and respected across Alberta.

The Opportunity
The Executive Director (ED) is the senior leader of VAD, responsible for strategy, operations, financial oversight, staff leadership, and advocacy. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED will provide guidance to grow the organization, keeping disability rights and inclusion at the forefront of our work.

Key Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership to VAD Staff and work with the Board to implement VAD’s strategic plan.
Finances, including successful Grant Applications, Operational Administration, Program Support, HR and Outreach Support.
Lead advocacy efforts on accessibility, employment, housing, transportation, and income supports.
Maintain strong partnerships with government, funders, businesses, and the disabled communities across the province.
Drive fund development including grants, sponsorships, and donor engagement.
Represent VAD publicly through media, events, and consultations.

Qualifications
Education & Experience
Post-secondary degree in nonprofit management, social sciences, disability studies, public administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
5–10+ years of nonprofit or public sector leadership experience.
Strong background in board governance, financial management, and HR/staff leadership.
Proven experience with fund development and grant management.
Knowledge of the Alberta Human Rights Act and Canadian Human Rights Act, and familiarity with the Accessible Canada Act and Provincial accessibility legislation.
Understanding of Alberta’s disability landscape and supports (AISH, ADAP, RDSP, CDB, AADL, RAMP).
Excellent communication, advocacy, and partnership-building skills.
Assets: CSAE training/certification, advocacy campaign experience, knowledge of Indigenous perspectives, and familiarity with both rural and urban disability issues.

Compensation
Starting salary: $90,000–$95,000 annually, based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities, including leadership training.

Apply Now
Submit your cover letter and resume to Dougmanderville@gmail.com by Sept 30, 2025. Please include “Executive Director Application – VAD” in the subject line.

VAD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, and other equity-deserving groups

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews are expected to take place in the week of Oct 6, 2025.