Executive Director (non-profit)

Executive Director

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Employment Terms: Permanent, full-time

Deadline to Apply: July 7, 2025

Join Us in Shaping Confident Communicators and Future Leaders

The Saskatchewan Elocution & Debate Association (SEDA) is a values-driven and future-focused charitable organization dedicated to empowering youth with essential communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Since 1974, we’ve been building a province where young voices are heard, respected, and prepared to lead. Learn more at www.saskdebate.ca

SEDA is seeking a visionary and collaborative Executive Director who is excited to lead a mission-driven team and volunteers, champion educational programming, and foster an inclusive, innovative, and financially sustainable organization dedicated to debate.

What You’ll Do

As Executive Director, you will play a key role in guiding the strategic direction and daily operations of SEDA. Reporting to the Board of Directors, your responsibilities include:

• Inspiring Leadership: Motivate and lead a small team of staff and volunteers, while working closely with Board members and community partners.
• Operational Excellence: Manage day-to-day functions, ensuring smooth operations and accountability in administration, programming, and evaluation.
• Financial Stewardship: Oversee sustainable budgeting, reporting, and transparent financial practices.
• Capacity Building: Cultivate growth opportunities for youth, staff, volunteers, and coaches by supporting training, resources, and meaningful engagement.
• Strategic Execution: Align programs and activities with SEDA’s long-term vision and core mission.
• Fund Development: Lead fundraising initiatives and seek new opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who believes in the power of critical thinking and debate in our complicated times, who believes in the importance of equity in education, and sees the potential of youth. The ideal candidate is a strong collaborator who brings:

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, including leadership in a nonprofit or educational setting
• A degree in a related field (education, communications, nonprofit management, etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

Bonus Points for Experience In:

• Debate, public speaking, or speech education
• K-12 or extracurricular education
• Online program delivery and digital engagement
• Nonprofit governance, policy, or board development

Why Join SEDA?

• Meaningful Work: You'll influence young people’s lives through programming that builds confidence and civic engagement, helping each of them find their voice.
• Work-Life Balance: Three weeks of vacation annually and flexible scheduling
• Dedicated Community: Work with passionate staff, debaters, coaches, and volunteers
• Prioritize your Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from candidates of diverse backgrounds. Please fill out our online application form by July 7. You will be required to attach a resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to the application form.

Application form: https://airtable.com/appy9wj1xu9BNI29e/pagJojTIE7kZWlzRO/form

SEDA is committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups.