Executive Director, Foundation

Banyan Software is seeking a purpose-driven leader to serve a dual role: Head of Impact for Banyan Software and Executive Director of the Banyan Software Foundation. Endowed with a $100M USD stock commitment, the Foundation will become one of Banyan's largest shareholders and a cornerstone of its purpose-driven culture. Its focus areas include equal access to education, upskilling for the future of work, and technologies advancing environmental sustainability. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and the Foundation's Board of Directors, this leader will be jointly supported by the Foundation (for philanthropic activities) and Banyan (for employee impact initiatives outside the Foundation's charitable scope).

This role blends strategy and storytelling — building the Foundation's governance and programs while embedding its mission across Banyan. The Executive Director will turn strategy into visible, measurable impact that inspires employees and strengthens Banyan's culture of enduring impact. The ideal candidate is a seasoned social impact practitioner with experience scaling and governing philanthropic foundations. They understand how purpose fuels culture and will partner closely with Banyan's communications and engagement teams to make the Foundation a living expression of Banyan's values.

Key Responsibilities

Foundation Leadership & Governance

• Establish the mission, vision, and governance of the Banyan Software Foundation.
• Develop and execute a strategic plan and operating model that ensure lasting impact, accountability, and sustainability.
• Lead the design of annual granting, budget, and reporting frameworks.
• Oversee compliance, financial management, and operational processes.

Engagement & Storytelling

• Build programs that bring the Foundation's mission to life across Banyan.
• Partner with Banyan's Employee Communications & Engagement Manager to co-design internal communications, campaigns, and events that drive awareness and connection.
• Develop a storytelling strategy that captures the tangible human impact of Banyan's grants, including capturing stories from grantees as well as sending employees into the field to witness, document, and share stories.
• Create opportunities for employees to contribute time, skills, and voices to the Foundation's mission.

Operational Excellence

• Develop a small, high-performing team and vendor network that supports operational efficiency and creative storytelling.
• Measure and communicate impact regularly to both internal and external audiences.
• Steward resources responsibly and transparently to ensure lasting impact.

External Relations & Visibility

• Serve as the face of the Foundation to partners, grantees, and the community.
• Lead PR and content strategies that elevate the Foundation and Banyan's purpose-driven reputation.
• Build partnerships with aligned organizations to expand reach and credibility.

Corporate Impact & Culture

• Lead Banyan's broader impact strategy, aligning purpose, sustainability, and social good with business success.
• Build opportunities for volunteering, skills-based giving, and local engagement.
• Measure and communicate internal impact metrics that reinforce Banyan's purpose-driven culture.

Desired skills and qualifications

• 10 years of leadership in corporate social impact, philanthropy, or purpose-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to build and scale initiatives with strong governance and measurable outcomes.
• Strategic, outcomes-oriented approach to philanthropy with investment discipline.
• Experience managing budgets and working with boards and executives.
• Strong communication, storytelling, and engagement skills.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, and passionate about making social impact tangible.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset, with a passion for making social impact feel real and tangible.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, human resources, finance, or related field.

The expected base salary for this position is: CAD $140,000 - $170,000 and includes annual bonus and equity (when applicable). Salary is based on a number of factors including market conditions, location and may vary depending on job-related skills and experience.