Director of Operations | Eastern Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island & Newfoundland and Labrador) (Volunteer)

Director of Operations | Eastern Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island & Newfoundland and Labrador) (Volunteer)

About Us

Put Children First is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to safeguarding the emotional and psychological well-being of children impacted by parental separation and divorce. The organization supports equal shared parenting, cooperative co-parenting, and research-based advocacy to ensure that children maintain meaningful and healthy relationships with both parents whenever it is safe and appropriate. Through education, outreach, and strategic partnerships, the organization creates initiatives that empower families and promote child centered solutions.

The organization operates through a collaborative leadership model involving directors, board members, and volunteers who work together to provide programs, research, and community support. This leadership structure ensures a strong foundation for developing initiatives that support mental health, academic success, and emotional stability for children. Through ongoing partnerships and public engagement, the organization is committed to creating environments where children thrive.

Number of Opening: 1

Status: Unpaid Volunteer

Commitment: Approximately 10-12 hours per month

Term: 2 years

Position Summary

The Director of Operations for Eastern Canada provides leadership throughout the Atlantic provinces by supporting volunteers, developing partnerships, and strengthening the organization’s regional presence.
This role recognizes the importance of close-knit communities and collaborative relationships in creating positive outcomes for children and families.

About the Opportunity

Atlantic Canada is known for its strong sense of community, resilience, and neighbourly support. These values align closely with Put Children First’s belief that children thrive when families and communities work together to provide stability and encouragement during times of transition.

As Director of Operations for Eastern Canada, you will help build relationships across four provinces while supporting regional initiatives that reflect the unique needs of local communities. Through collaboration with educators, healthcare providers, community organizations, and volunteers, you will help expand the organization’s reach and impact.

This position offers the opportunity to build something lasting while helping strengthen communities throughout Atlantic Canada.

Why This Role Matters

Regional leadership creates opportunities for collaboration that might otherwise be missed. This role helps connect communities across Atlantic Canada around a shared commitment to improving the lives of children.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional operations across Atlantic Canada.
• Support provincial volunteers.
• Build regional partnerships.
• Coordinate educational events and outreach.
• Represent the organization throughout the region.
• Report regional activities to Executive Leadership.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple provinces.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion for community service.

At Put Children First, we believe meaningful change begins with people who are willing to share their knowledge, experience, and compassion in service of others. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a national movement that places children’s wellbeing at the centre of family transition, we would be honoured to hear from you.