National Adult Literacy Database

Established in 1994 and located in the municipality of West Hants, the Hants Learning Network Association is a not-for-profit literacy and career-based organization that focuses on adult learners and learning opportunities that encourage and support healthy, sustainable communities.

The term position is based in Windsor, Nova Scotia, and extends from August 2010 to March 31, 2011, 30 hours per week.

The Executive Director will report to an established Board of Directors and work closely with funding agencies, stakeholders, community partners, and staff in the successful delivery of adult literacy programs and services. The incumbent is responsible for management duties associated with the programs and services that are under the administrative umbrella of the organization. The incumbent shall possess:

• strong leadership and team-building skills
• extensive administrative and supervisory experience within an educational setting
• a strong understanding of adult literacy issues
• a collaborative approach to management and staff development
• strong communication skills
• strong computer skills that promote programs and services of the organization through the delivery of presentations and networking opportunities
• extensive experience with researching and writing grant proposals

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in education, business administration (with experience in development and implementation of funding proposals), or the equivalent combination of training, skills and work experience. Experience in adult learning environments, combined with experience in the administration of public programs and services, is an asset in the not-for-profit sector. This position requires someone with the ability to work well with others, to motivate, lead and mentor staff with the proven ability to manage staff issues including performance management skills. The incumbent will work independently with people from a variety of educational levels within the system.

The association thanks all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please email your resumé in confidence to:

Hants Learning Network Association Board of Directors

hantslearningnetwork@gmail.com

Deadline for this position is July 30, 2010

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