Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

1 s' s0 \$ F: u6 O* ?( AYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
  J' Z% H5 g, B: @- R) `9 t; qsupport for women and their families.  

The successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
thinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
this multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
; b/ y/ B% n; A# K0 _6 D+ ^3 S6 nEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
# F0 @8 k# w8 A% t( _- D5 ]! ?Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
3 n9 c1 R: S" N; \* N7 mcommunity the agency serves.   

. F! v+ j6 w1 B$ j8 {8 S# \YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
/ k  w1 X# z9 }4 Z6 pinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

) M1 R7 D: S$ Q! NResponsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

  y6 _: L( \8 c  _Specific responsibilities include:  

•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
the YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
the Board of Directors;  
•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
# W! A9 B4 N7 K/ B- Yenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
objectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
the board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
' a# o  [2 i* }# d# n& |% E& b•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
$ M  U( a& z% Fthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
- t  e, G$ R% t) Y- \•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
% {  [+ `# _/ d; f: P' wchanging needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
, P# d  W: U. O% B4 k5 ~9 w3 g& tcommitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
) A& i# d+ T2 A: ~•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
* ^0 f6 K& s( v* G9 R•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively and positively represent the association;

•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
0 Y, X; G' v  V8 a6 H% nthe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
performance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
% H- H. y/ q# R  mthe forthcoming year;  
•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
: O, S: j, D, F, [+ hpractices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
, C& }3 L6 R, U- ZYWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
( z! R; V3 G) ERequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
around decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
$ F! t5 G! N1 \# `9 J( I•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
0 J) `/ y# v" yrapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.

) h$ N5 [, y; B/ M, j" e: s6 P2 I Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
" M, R6 P  G: HNetworking and Fundraising;
, e; `  X( f2 I•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
6 J2 d  }7 o2 Sand financial statements; and
•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

9 U$ V0 m3 I4 Z$ b' N5 M3 gTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
1 J3 q- n# _5 C" l. i8 oYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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