[cmath] Call for Applications - CMS Executive Director Secretary

[Graham Wright]

Call for Applications - CMS Executive Director Secretary

The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS), one of the leading mathematics 
organizations in Canada, seeks applications for the position of Executive 
Director and Secretary. This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity 
for an individual with energy, drive, initiative and enthusiasm to make a 
difference on the national stage.

The CMS works to enhance Canada's capacity to innovate and compete globally by 
promoting the discovery, learning and application of mathematics in Canada. 
With approximately 1000 members from across Canada and beyond, the CMS' active 
volunteers support efforts that identify and develop young mathematicians 
through its math competitions, math camps and other educational activities. The 
CMS enhances the practice of mathematics in Canada through national 
conferences, and by publishing research journals, books, and newsletters in 
both print and electronic formats.

The work of the CMS is carried out by a large number of dedicated and 
enthusiastic volunteers, together with a superb and experienced staff of eight 
at the Executive Office in Ottawa. The Executive Director and Secretary must be 
an effective and experienced administrator, able to address differing points of 
view with the tact and courtesy appropriate to a largely volunteer 
organization. The position is full-time and requires sound judgment, 
independence, travel, and flexibility in the scheduling of working hours.

The Executive Director and Secretary is appointed by the Board of Directors of 
the CMS, reports to the CMS President and represents the CMS to universities, 
governments, the corporate sector, institutes, and to other societies and 
officials. He/she is responsible to the Executive Committee and the Board of 
Directors of the CMS for the operations of the CMS Executive Office and for the 
other administrative offices throughout Canada. He/she works in close contact 
with the CMS President, with responsibility for aspects of the Society's 
publications, meetings, fundraising, web site, projects, and operations. Some 
restructuring of the current duties in the position is possible, to align them 
with the skills of an outstanding applicant. The position starts July 1, 2008 
(but the ability to assume some duties on a part-time basis prior to that date 
is an asset).

QUALIFICATIONS

A doctoral degree in mathematics or experience in an academic and research 
environment in mathematics is preferred. The candidate should have: prior 
administrative or managerial experience; excellent organizational skills; 
excellent interpersonal skills; excellent analytical and problem solving 
skills; excellent and proven communication skills (preferably in both official 
languages); experience in setting and managing budgets; and the ability to 
develop and implement policies that support and promote the work and programs 
of the CMS. Experience in fundraising and promotion is an advantage. The 
candidate will work principally out of the CMS Ottawa office.

The deadline for applications is April 30, 2007, 4pm. Please submit 
applications, including a resume, cover letter, and the names of at least three 
references by fax, email or mail to:

Executive Director Search
Canadian Mathematical Society
577 King Edward
Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1N 6N5
Attn: Dr Thomas Salisbury, CMS President
Tel: 613.562.5702 FAX: 613.565.1539e-mail: president at cms.math.ca