Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

; V3 m- ]) q/ r5 x& Z$ sYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
) Z  D& l- n8 B; D/ F3 Schoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
& h; b$ u5 c$ b7 ~" F, H1 |programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  

- i: k% C* c( y9 u: K* S/ HThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
0 h: Q( M" z8 X% Qthinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
1 y8 S2 E; v9 Rthis 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
" k& T9 C4 `' ]  D5 Z/ zsurrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
& j% S% u0 z7 P3 c, FEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
& B( O; g% T  G8 y3 h3 b4 {community the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
- Q) Z0 K6 M0 R+ m/ _  {the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

2 Y" E* ~7 ^" FResponsibilities
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- H, Q, r3 C. i, K* ^. cReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

Specific responsibilities include:  
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•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
! g* _5 k- v- t* O- ^8 T* ]6 G( sthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
the Board of Directors;  
8 a: Q9 r$ Y: }4 s: W% {5 P+ q•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
. d5 `7 D: I6 F0 ~9 \4 \including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
$ g0 L8 X- y5 m0 Fenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
7 z% R3 o7 `1 K6 V•  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
: B' l% \  t  R2 o2 ]the board;  
  B/ [$ F% b+ \. ^) E; R, E•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
9 }3 }. M4 w( }( Z1 V•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
' ]$ \" D! z; Kthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
. p, |3 Q4 o: G5 V) `; Q•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
changing needs of the organization and community;
0 S+ {2 |% @& z8 h- ]! w•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
3 \5 p8 S6 x) k7 [: |+ X9 ]9 wcommitments;
: n8 c5 s6 W' g# ]. }•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
- O% {9 F- Y: b6 F! g•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
3 U' }7 X" S  b/ L: s7 o•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively and positively represent the association;
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. I7 y/ u; [( t6 S•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
, Y  A* p' t" J  ]+ h# e! e) othe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
( v( V+ ~! P' V# N, ^$ D+ Uperformance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
the forthcoming year;  
7 O/ y) |; j. X- u( ?0 y# G•  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
$ O) i" o5 x6 t. |" KForces.  
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1 o/ u" F8 l" xRequired 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;
•  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
7 A; D$ B8 @3 Lsimultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
4 z& W* G) U4 K: {rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
& u9 P( s* b- n7 x" h; t- d•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

! h2 \! i6 U7 z( T6 x- |; sRequired Experience
- v* ~/ v3 A7 E3 r2 z•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
2 k$ M& K) z1 ^1 {5 Yabilities;
$ v  ?2 l! {" _  Q: b•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
+ _+ _# p  C$ `9 o) @3 Y, A•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
( f4 Y' `) N3 u; L1 ]( R" H: \YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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