Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
: U6 l9 v, r4 P$ cchoice 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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The successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
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this multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
9 ~9 R! p. x. A% `community the agency serves.   
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# G1 H- B$ I! A. n8 R; n1 iYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
1 n: d) }8 ]2 qthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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Responsibilities

% w, Q$ V& R( o( a- q" gReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

! z0 T3 d- p8 p% fSpecific 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;  
: F* [8 |6 k/ T5 z" V7 ^/ V/ [5 I9 ^•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
- B0 z5 W1 G2 m; qenable 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;  
7 L1 S2 e7 ]/ X•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
•  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
6 U1 F' ^5 M& o, G( r8 G8 n3 Q+ dcommitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
. i$ L/ Z' G7 F: x' A. q  a; w•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
5 g6 G2 G: ]6 [+ xselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
•  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;

( K5 n/ x: o! N8 X•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
the implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
9 @' q# Q# i) h5 ^6 D1 p4 s•  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
) U. f) [- Q; Gthe forthcoming year;  
, X7 ]3 Z4 ~* T9 z. L7 H% c) r•  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
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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Required 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;
" b- b- W) O# V•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
1 Z" g+ }8 x* \% u7 K4 x7 M* E•  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;
& J$ N7 {! ~; V7 V•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
0 f% c& E0 W! x/ K9 j: j" Jrapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
4 [2 d. g) S. B•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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: v9 V) c* E, {" x1 q1 WRequired Experience
: X5 \; y5 _" J4 M- @4 b•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
2 ?. w, P+ V0 O$ e  d9 N•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
2 m# X" X) S# ?" ?! a# _' B2 pabilities;
. o" ?+ P9 n" |+ r•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
- ?4 ]& G0 Y# t7 ^# C3 h, d' W* H/ Z•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
8 ^1 Q  B, s) M- S3 x3 m2 kand financial statements; and
, Y, S3 d3 r1 b0 m•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
# B+ p1 a) h+ m. i- @YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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