Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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( G1 g0 a4 w. N2 c, X. s5 P: U+ {' x, |/ CYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
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programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
8 ^7 ?( i+ m$ Y3 v: u, zsupport for women and their families.  

. x( e3 d7 g5 s3 k) r- h" O1 g: DThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
thinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
0 F" n8 u4 H# _" Y5 B* D* n5 S( Ithis multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
' s! Y' ?6 ?4 K2 f' X& Y" uEdmonton 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
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
) d5 Y3 W, f+ _( ?5 k1 P# vthe 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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; A: N/ f3 R2 K6 j! X, G: V' RReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

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
5 O' f4 x8 G* [( a6 N9 sincluding financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
enable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
% Q! B+ R$ ?6 ^) a* @( qobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
the board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
' p/ B2 w6 [; m! L: m( |  X1 D•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
* F, d* N0 B6 ~* Y  ythe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
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8 e/ \: {: B( b) I' a( S& t•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
  n. M* x1 U7 A- L. @( L% M•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
- [. n& a4 M3 k0 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
the implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
( [+ s/ G: A" I1 o) h•  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;  
" u1 @) ^: s) q•  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
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•  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;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
! w& X% }* N  R9 ?6 F' o6 Pand achievable with realistic timeframes;
/ K1 C: V" d; g1 N' @•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
* N: @: Q, y% b  N) ^) m•  Superior negotiation skills.
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; {6 r8 U2 q5 E1 O! ~. I) y Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
" C. N" y3 ~" ?$ V•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
3 E# ]+ R5 l$ Q& j6 Labilities;
; E1 ^$ p/ ]& A* t•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
•  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
5 ?2 w7 v! q+ K* d+ x! Dcentered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
  ^1 C3 W; u2 XYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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