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
% O2 n" |% W% P  d5 t9 bchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
( U" |" m& ]- U$ S& G/ Zsupport for women and their families.  
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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
  Q; r* K9 p1 v  G+ rEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
) C: i  K1 [) \" |( T& Fsurrounding 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.   

) w6 O: a& k2 w; gYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
  v) n$ c. ]7 h* ^* E2 A8 Z7 |/ kthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

# B' j; Y: i" j( R# W, e" x/ WResponsibilities

" G8 F7 e. ~5 f& x% {$ I% QReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
$ {: R% u+ [$ n8 @- jexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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, `  m6 P, e$ c9 @  ASpecific responsibilities include:  

: ^  ~1 q' R6 n/ x7 v•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
+ |( L, o; p  u  ^5 ]the YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
  ^" L3 R# x; }, D5 d# m4 c% J$ pthe 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
% x6 m( O- I. Q* i8 R: denable 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
9 X/ Q* P9 G8 c3 D, T& rthe board;  
( L' w( M+ [8 ?( V•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
7 e& I; H4 O) o7 d* g% S/ O7 I  ^0 f•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
. }3 r% {; L9 n8 mthe 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;
/ r* e, l- J' B2 _- e•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
' H6 N' Z3 A( c) W! p. \0 i* ]) Z4 H•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
: n2 y; B7 |0 X1 x& f( Y  v•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
  ~, v2 a: P/ L% t* S+ N: {) S•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
# F8 o# @' O' v3 `' v4 Reffectively 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;  
•  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
. X1 Q4 O+ B7 M2 a+ l1 j/ e" C5 }the forthcoming year;  
•  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
4 ~5 w( t2 B: {" ~•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
3 N( }4 j8 i2 I4 A6 BForces.  
  
3 M& O) Z9 c& D/ b6 I: B/ lRequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
; y/ N/ _% `! _, t3 P•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
" E9 s% i8 S7 u$ daround 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
8 Y. Q! T7 r' Cand achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
# G+ F$ X2 I; m3 S* nsimultaneously;
1 W& T0 G& _9 l+ Y8 k•  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
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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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
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•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
7 b+ C0 U  x, @* H( {7 zNetworking 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
centered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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