President, Foundation of the Canadian Museum of History and Canadian War Museum THE OPPORTUNITY The Board of Directors of the Foundation of the Canadian Museum of History and Canadian War Museum is seeking a strategic development leader and accomplished fundraiser to serve as the inaugural President of its newly established philanthropic foundation. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead a national fundraising entity in support of the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum, two of Canada’s most significant cultural institutions. Reporting to and working closely with the Foundation’s Board of Directors, in close collaboration with the President and CEO of the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum (CMH) and senior museum colleagues, the President of the Foundation of the Canadian Museum of History and Canadian War Museum (CMHCWM Foundation) will establish and lead the Foundation’s fundraising strategy and operations. The museums are respected centres of museological excellence, recognized both nationally and internationally for their mandate to enhance Canadians’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the events, experiences, people and objects that reflect and have shaped Canada’s history and identity, while also fostering broader awareness of world history and cultures. The President will provide strategic leadership to build a focused, high-impact, and sustainable philanthropic program aligned with the Museums’ strategic priories. The new incumbent will demonstrate the knowledge, experience and executive abilities to put in place the governance, systems, and resources required to support long-term success. A strong relationship manager and collaborative leader, the President will foster a culture of accountability and shared purpose, enabling people to work effectively towards common goals. Drawing on strong communication abilities, the President will play a central role in articulating the value and relevance of the Museums to donors, partners, sponsors and volunteers. Serving as the public face of the Foundation, the new incumbent will cultivate trusted relationships with donors, Board members, volunteer leaders, and partners across the country, while ensuring governance, compliance, and accountability that reflect best practices for foundations linked to Canadian Crown corporations. As the inaugural President of the CMHCWM Foundation, the successful candidate will: Lead the Foundation team and the establishment of the Foundation’s governance structure, policies, operations and systems. Drive the planning and launch of a comprehensive fundraising campaign to support the Museums’ strategic priorities. Design a strong case for support for the Museums and their key programs with clear, distinct impact stories that will resonate with funders. Work in collaboration with the Museums’ CEO on the internal and external profile of the Foundation. Position the Foundation as a trusted philanthropic partner, aligned with best practices and accountability standards. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspiring development leader with a passion for Canadian history, identity and culture, and the ability to work effectively with a highly engaged Board and eventual staff team, to build, increase and enhance transformational philanthropic support for the Museums’ highest-level strategic projects of national importance. The CMHCWM Foundation office is located in Gatineau, Quebec and a hybrid work model can be considered, with occasional evening and weekend commitments. Some domestic and international travel is required, so a valid passport is essential. A competitive salary plus incentive compensation is offered, along with relocation support, if required. ABOUT THE CANADIAN MUSEUM OF HISTORY The Canadian Museum of History (CMH) is an autonomous federal Crown Corporation under the Museums Act that oversees three museums: the Canadian Museum of History , the Canadian War Museum and the Virtual Museum of New France . Together, the Museums deliver on their mandate to enhance Canadians’ knowledge, understanding and appreciation of events, experiences, people and objects that reflect and have shaped Canada’s history and identity, and to enhance their awareness of world history and cultures. Located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe, the Canadian Museum of History is Canada’s largest museum of human history. It is also one of the country’s most-visited museums, welcoming thousands of visitors per year to its complex in the heart of the National Capital Region. As a respected centre of museological excellence, the Canadian Museum of History actively shares Canada’s human and military history across Canada and around the world. Equally important is its corporate culture, which is rooted in the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility, with a particular focus on ensuring equal opportunity for all. The Canadian Museum of History facility is also home to the Canadian Children’s Museum , a 500-seat theatre, and the 295-seat CINÉ+ movie theatre featuring a large 3D screen and giant dome. Ongoing exhibitions include the spectacular Grand Hall, the First Peoples Hall, and the Canadian History Hall. The Museum also features temporary exhibitions focusing on Indigenous, Canadian, and world histories and cultures. Many of these temporary exhibitions are developed in collaboration with Indigenous and other communities; others are produced by Canadian or international institutions. In addition to sharing knowledge physically through travelling exhibitions, educational kits, publications, and lectures, the Museum offers a rich variety of digital content across its websites, including online exhibitions, podcasts, virtual tours, resources for teachers, games, activities, and access to collections and cutting-edge research. Research activities are undertaken in a wide variety of areas, and in collaboration with communities and partners. Research is primarily concentrated in the areas of Canadian history, Indigenous histories, art, and cultures, archaeology, and cultural expression. Beyond scholarly research, staff conduct fieldwork in partnership with Indigenous and other cultural communities, engage in collaborative community-based projects, and work with institutions both at home and abroad. In addition to administering the Canadian Museum of History, the Canadian War Museum, and the Virtual Museum of New France, the Canadian Museum of History crown corporation manages Digital Museums Canada (DMC) with financial support from the Government of Canada. As the largest investment program of its kind in the country, DMC helps heritage, cultural and Indigenous organizations build digital capacity, while also bringing diverse made-in-Canada stories to the wider world. Our strategic directions for 2023–2029 These five directions are intended to help us better focus, re-energize and reinforce who we aspire to be as an organization moving forward. Foster an innovative workforce culture that promotes equity, respect and a sense of belonging Engage people from across Canada in diverse histories and stories Advance reconciliation and strengthen our commitment to recognizing the rights of Indigenous Peoples Build organizational resilience through sustainable practices Leverage technology to drive innovation and deepen access to Museum activities ABOUT THE CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM The Canadian War Museum is Canada’s national museum of military history and one of the world’s most respected museums for the study and understanding of armed conflict. The Museum traces its origins back to 1880, when it consisted primarily of a collection of militia artifacts. The Museum opened at its new location on the LeBreton Flats site in downtown Ottawa on May 8, 2005. Its opening not only marked the 60th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe (V-E Day) but also the 125th anniversary of the Museum it…