Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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$ l0 d( w( _9 N- @YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
9 ?$ D; }5 Q- m. U2 echoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  
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7 K* ?' v: u0 x  G' pThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
2 I; ]$ v3 i+ uthinking 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 $8 million, YWCA
3 ~  M% I$ m1 r5 l( c$ j9 S7 m7 N4 N  JEdmonton 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
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   

' h: p  Y' k2 r# [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,
0 C) D( k3 O' l  u2 Ninnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

Responsibilities
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2 X9 ?7 ~& w- U6 I7 X  w! a( ?Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
  M: w7 M/ ]. s% ?( g- p8 @execution of the YWCA Strategy

Specific responsibilities include:  
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  M. s& @; M! ?7 R0 ^•  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
8 y, I* }0 Y0 ithe Board of Directors;  
•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
' K: n) v* X# P- _7 cincluding financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
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•  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
8 H) r7 S. I$ y, U2 _! V4 H- bthe board;  
8 M4 m" u2 }2 _" X•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
' h7 Z, W9 v) qthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
8 M. E7 ^$ U$ g/ @1 c, |•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
changing needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
9 k# \6 i8 d# w" m' k! N$ n•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
  B+ q2 c7 V$ n" k6 g•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
% a$ A9 T; b4 G. w, qselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
! o$ |2 V# p$ E/ r3 I: o2 h9 f, ~•  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;
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•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
. X% y  `9 }& @# M$ C  Vthe 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
the forthcoming year;  
& \3 l5 k: O" ]5 w" d•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
practices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
YWCA Canada; and
& T+ l4 x: j$ d& [  }•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
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Required Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
3 g) [0 k9 b4 v, z* [•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
5 r( D: S3 Q! W! q( ]5 ]. P( Xaround decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
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•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
/ k. ?/ A- c* t  f" srapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.

3 k) k( i, G: h, r! G' Q  L Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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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,
Networking and Fundraising;
•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
% L. Q: t; I+ I$ n2 k+ Sand financial statements; and
) s7 n3 ^' J) e) v+ t7 r•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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