The SCCA is Hiring an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The SCCA is seeking an Executive Director to oversee the effective day-to-day management of all SCCA programs.

TO APPLY: Send a letter of interest and resume to hiring@mansonshall.org

JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTR

COMPENSATION: $30 per hour (based on experience)

HOURS: Part Time. 15 hours per week

DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 10, 2024

ABOUT THE SCCA

The Southern Cortes Community Association (SCCA) is responsible for managing Manson’s Hall, the Skatepark, and Mansons Landing Cemetery. Our mission is to foster a spirit of cooperation in the community, promote activities of a recreational and beneficial nature, aid and assist in charitable community programming, and to operate a licensed playschool.

ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for providing leadership to ensure effective day-to-day management of service delivery, programming, finances, and personnel. The Executive Director manages all aspects of the relationships with both the external regulatory and the accreditation bodies. The Executive Director leads the communications strategy and serves as the formal liaison and contact person for community organizations, agencies, professionals, government officials and the media. The Executive Director plays an active role in fundraising and sales activities and strategies.

As the ideal candidate, you are a leader who will passionately and effectively advance the principles of the SCCA. Your management and leadership skills include financial management, human resource management, board governance, planning, project management, fundraising, grant writing, contract negotiations, and community engagement. 

Your commitment to accessible community participation is paired with your ability to establish and maintain relationships with residents, visitors, community-based organizations, local businesses, media and government agencies. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, and to working within an anti-oppression framework.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 3 years experience in senior management role
    • Government and/or non-profit setting
    • Financial management
    • Human resources & staff management
    • Marketing & communications
    • Project management
    • Building project management experience an asset
  • Highly organized and detail oriented with an ability to manage multiple tasks 
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively

APPLY NOW! Please send a letter of interest and resume to hiring@mansonshall.org

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 5:00 pm, Friday May 10, 2024

Only those applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to an interview.

April – May – June 2023 Board Update

Board Meeting

April 2023 Board Minutes

MAY PROGRAMS

Iyengar yoga with Fenella Baptista in Om studio fenellaji@gmail.com

Tai Chi Chuan with Judyth Weaver in Om studio, by donation 250-935-8500

Dynamic Stretch and Strengthen with Tammy Collingwood in Om studio tammy_collingwood@yahoo.com 

12-steps of AA meeting in Pioneer Room cortestideline@gmail.com

Annual General Meeting
Saturday June 3, 2023

The SCCA’s AGM was held Saturday June 3, 2023.

AGM MINUTES

Jan-Feb-Mar 2023 Board Update

Hidden Treasures Night Market
We held our first Night Market on Saturday February 18, 2023. The flea market was well attended, and included Fenella’s amazing Indian cuisine (over 60 plates sold), child minding, and a 50:50 draw (the winner generously donated the proceeds back to Mansons Hall). Next Night Market will be in April – stay tuned!

NEED HELP WITH TAXES?

The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program is available on Cortes

Please call Nora Disney to see if you qualify for free assistance. 250-935-6345 or email noradisney@gmail.co

Many thanks to everyone who came to celebrate this amazing community and the start of spring, for dancing and tapping your feet, and sharing your great energy with us.

Fierce & Fluid

Monday’s 7-8:30 PM

Kaitlin Garrett teaches women’s self-defense, blending cardio kickboxing, karate, and foundational energy principles. $5 drop-in for SCCA members, bring a yoga mat if you can.

Special General Meeting
On January 14, 2023 SCCA members gathered to approve the 5 year budget. Recognizing that core operating costs have increased, the membership voted to increase the tax fund request to the SRD. Meeting Minutes

Friday Market 2023

The Friday Market returned after the holiday break. Pictured:
Dale Thomas’ delicious sushi rolls and salad rolls. Warning: she often sells out!