Work at the BPC

The BPC is seeking a hardworking, creative individual to fill the roll role of Managing Director with the organization, working three days per week (or equivalent). This is a one-year contract with the possibility of renewal. Work is fully remote, but the successful candidate must be a resident of Ontario.

The BPC is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canada’s readers and writers. Applications are encouraged from equity-seeking groups including Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI2S individuals, and those from other marginalized and/or underrepresented groups. We encourage members of designated equity-seeking groups to self-identify on the confidential Application Form when submitting their application. 

The BPC is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Requests should be sent to nicole@poets.ca.

Position type

This position is a one-year contract (with the possibility of renewal). 

Hours

The position is the equivalent of three days per week (days/hours will be set to suit both the individual and the BPC). 

Position summary

As the sole staff member of the BPC, the Managing Director will report to the Board of Directors and is responsible for successfully overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization while ensuring the organization meets its goals. Day-to-day operations include the organization and execution of all existing BPC programs, including Learning &Development Webinars, the Group Benefits Plan, and the Freight and Distribution Plan. The Managing Director will maintain an organized accounting system and complete an annual audit. (A bookkeeper can be contracted for bookkeeping if preferable.) Additionally, the Managing Director will work with the Board of Directors to organize monthly meetings, prepare monthly financial and operational reports, and deliver an Annual General Meeting in the fall.

With the support of the Board of Directors, the Managing Director will also be responsible for evaluating the sustainability of the BPC’s existing programs and services, and reviewing and updating existing policies, procedures, recordkeeping, and file storage.

In addition, the Managing Director will be responsible for financial reporting, governance, and administrative work.

As the BPC enters an era with renewed focus on member programs and services, the ideal candidate will be an innovative and strategic thinker who is a self-starting, highly organized, process-oriented individual with strong communication and administrative skills, an interest in writing and publishing, and a commitment to equity work.

As the sole employee of the BPC, the individual must thrive in an independent work environment and be comfortable with a structured accountability framework.

Location

This is a fully remote position open to residents of Ontario who are eligible to work in Canada. Occasional travel to Toronto is required. 

Key responsibilities

 Admin, governance, and finance

• Facilitate monthly BOD meetings with financial & operational reporting

• Organize and oversee online AGM

• Oversee and support bookkeeping (for candidates with strong financial skills and an interest in maintaining the day-to-day books, additional hours and compensation can be discussed and negotiated)

• Review, update, and maintain file storage, recordkeeping, policies, and procedures

• With the bookkeeper and auditor, complete the annual audit

• Administer and maintain membership records including invoicing and receipts

Program and service delivery

• Organize and execute Learning & Development Webinars

• Maintain existing grant, corporate sponsor, and partner relationships

• Administer the BPC Group Health Benefits program

• Organize and execute the 2025 Annual General Meeting

Communications

• Provide regular communications to members on programs and services            

• Maintain website (Wordpress/Squarespace)

• Manage other communication tools as required

Strategy, research, and development

• Evaluate the sustainability of the BPC’s existing programs and services, and research alternatives

• Track and report on outcomes of programs, services, and initiatives

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills;

• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills;

• Ability to work independently;

• Excellent administrative skills;

• Clear, strong, and persuasive written and oral communication skills;

• Experience with remote work, using Google Workspace or similar platform;

• Demonstrated experience overseeing non-profit accounting and finance;

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and priorities;

• Experience working with a not-for-profit board;

• Experience with grant writing;

• Experience in or familiarity with the publishing sector or larger arts community; and

• Bookkeeping skills and/or web development experience would be an asset

This position is suitable for early to mid-career individuals searching for an opportunity to innovate and grow an organization’s programs and services.

Compensation 

The salary range for this three-day a week position is $40,000 - $45,000 in addition to comprehensive health and dental benefits. In addition, the BPC offers paid sick days, paid vacation, and paid time off during the annual year-end closure (December 24 to January 2).

Anticipated Start Date

Late March 2025

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and CV/resume as one document using the following link: https://airtable.com/app5zT5MuVNBUjKyw/pagtmkZnVTCS8Jszy/form

Interviews will take place over Zoom.

Deadline for Applications

February 9, 2025 (11:59pm ET)