B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop is a registered non-profit organization providing the knowledge, tools, parts and space for community members to learn bicycle maintenance and repair.
B!KE is now accepting applications for a Director position.
Job Title
Community Bike Shop Executive Director
Description
The Director will manage B!KE’s ongoing programming, publicity, and administration; work with B!KE’s Board and community partners to coordinate long-term sustainability for the organization; and will facilitate special programming, including workshops, group rides, and events.
Responsibilities
Manage B!KE’s open workshop hours
Teach bicycle maintenance and mechanics to B!KE’s members
Run volunteer training and information sessions; manage volunteer labour
Coordinate B!KE special events with community partners
Represent B!KE in media and events
Administrate the organization with sound financial management
Grant writing and strategic planning to ensure long-term organizational sustainability
Required Qualifications
Strong, demonstrable expertise in bicycle mechanics and maintenance
Related post-secondary degree or minimum two years experience working in business administration or management, preferably non-profit and/or involving volunteer management
Demonstrated experience as a youth or adult educator
Demonstrated commitment and experience in social justice concerns, through previous work or volunteerism.
Knowledge of transportation politics and anti-poverty issues
Grant writing experience
CAN-BIKE, LCI, or equivalent cycling instructor certification is an asset.
Abilities
Demonstrated ability work creatively and productively without direct supervision
Excellent strategic planning skills and creative vision, coupled with the ability to get things done on a day-to-day basis
Strong interpersonal skills, sensitivity and tact when dealing with the public
Ability to work comfortably and productively with a diverse team of volunteers
Excellent computer & design skills are an asset
Submission package
Cover letter
Resume
Letter describing specifically how your education, skills and experience meet the qualifications and duties above.
Starts
Immediately. 20 hours/week.
Submission deadline
Friday, January 29 at 5:00pm
Submission contact
All submissions must be emailed to:
Clifford McCarten
Chair, B!KE: The Peterborough Community Bike Shop
mccarten(a)communitybikeshop.org
We thank all applicants for their submissions; however, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.