Head, Northern
Location
toronto, on
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Bio & Pharmacology & Health
Posted
June 10, 2026
Job Overview
Position: Head, NorthernOrganization: Weston Family FoundationLocation: Toronto, OntarioFull-time, Permanent. Reports to Executive Director and dotted line to Northern Committee of the Board.
The Weston Family Foundation champions health research and biodiversity conservation, focusing on the nation’s northern peatlands and other ecosystems. The Head, Northern will lead the design and execution of innovative programs to yield real-world, economically sound biodiversity outcomes at-scale.
Responsibilities
Strategic Portfolio Development
- Serve as senior strategic lead overseeing the $16M+ annual portfolio focused on bolstering Canada’s northern biodiversity.
- Develop evidence‑based, ambitious theories of change and associated programs focused on protecting the Northern Peatlands and other key ecosystems at-scale.
- Identify high‑risk / high‑reward projects that show strong potential for scaling and foll...