Executive Director

Ahria Consulting is delighted to partner with the Society of United Professionals in their search for an Executive Director, Operations and Governance Affairs A Defining Leadership Opportunity Awaits You... The Society of United Professionals is seeking an Executive Director, Operations and Governance Affairs to serve as its most senior staff leader and help shape the future of a growing professional union representing more than 10,000 members across Canada. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of democratic governance, operational excellence, labour relations, and organizational leadership, partnering with elected leaders to strengthen governance, build organizational capacity, and drive meaningful results for members. The Society is looking for a collaborative and strategic leader who can build trust, foster accountability, navigate complex relationships, and translate vision into action. Learn more about this exciting opportunity and how you can contribute to the future of a member-driven organization here. Ahria’s recruitment processes are human‑led. We may use AI‑assisted platform features to support candidate sourcing; however, all screening, interview, and hiring decisions are made by people using informed professional judgment. We are committed to the responsible use of technology and to reviewing our practices to ensure ethical and compliant recruitment. Ahria Consulting is committed to providing accessible recruitment practices and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will provide suitable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation to participate, please make your needs known at that time.

Serve as the most senior staff leader to shape the future of a growing professional union. Partner with elected leaders to strengthen governance, build organizational capacity, and drive results for members.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and strategic leader capable of navigating complex relationships and translating vision into action. They must be able to build trust and foster accountability within a member-driven organization.

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• Organizational Leadership
• Democratic Governance
• Operational Excellence
• Labour Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• Capacity Building
• Accountability
• Relationship Management
• Strategic Leadership
• Governance Affairs
• Union Management

• Management & Leadership
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Consulting

Minimum experience

10+ years

Apply by

Aug 19, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Executive

Application method

Direct apply is available