Khaleeda Jamal

Specializing in the public and social impact sector, Khaleeda Jamal has a track record of successful executive, senior academic and administrative appointments in higher education, not-for-profit, healthcare and related organizations. She has conducted over 100 searches, both national and international, advising boards, search committees and executives in securing exceptional leadership.

Professional Focus

10 years’ experience in executive search with a focus on the public sector
Executive-level assignments in higher education, not-for-profit, healthcare, independent schools and civil organizations in collaboration with the Social Impact Practice
Specialized expertise in national and international higher education markets
Deep understanding of search best practices at all phases of the process including candidate development, assessment, and client management
Adept in developing strategic talent solutions to governance challenges and executive-level succession planning
Sought-after speaker on leadership development
Chair of Boyden's Antiracism & EDI Working Group in Vancouver; personally committed to reconciliation and equity, diversity & inclusion

Business Expertise

Career executive search professional with prior experience as a Research Associate and Associate with a leading boutique executive search firm
Involved in successful placements of Presidents and CEOs in education, healthcare, not-for-profit, arts & culture and civil organizations
Recruitment experience for a range of private-sector clients in real estate, human resources, and finance

Additional Expertise

Higher Education
Not-for-Profit
Healthcare
Government
Arts & Culture
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Areas of Expertise

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Arts and Science from McGill University
Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

Affiliations & Awards

Board Member, BC Women’s Health Foundation
Boyden Exceeding Everest - Associate Award (2019)

Vancouver

Suite 1400
900 West Hastings Street
Vancouver BC
Canada

Case Studies

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Building Institutional Investment Operations Leadership for a Mission-Driven Family Office

Boyden partnered with a leading family office and its affiliated foundation to appoint a Head of Institutional Investment Operations capable of designing and implementing a scalable operational platform to support a growing investment portfolio and long-term philanthropic objectives.

A New CEO for a New Chapter

A non-profit addressing food insecurity selected a new CEO experienced in change management to navigate post-pandemic challenges.

Elevating IT Excellence: An Ivy League University’s Search for Top Talent

Thought Leadership

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Boyden Report Series

As social impact organisations stir our conscience, where does your organisation stand?

Social Impact Report: Analysing the trends and companies reshaping the role of enterprise in society, with expert insights from Boyden's Global Social Impact Practice Members

Articles & Papers

Boyden in Malta: Momentum in the Mediterranean

A look at Malta’s most vibrant industries and economic successes with insights from local Partner Dr. Vassilis Trochalidis of Boyden Greece, Cyprus and Malta.