Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
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. k5 [' s( X" f" l5 w; ?programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
% g; T' X; C2 Isupport for women and their families.  
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/ ^$ v) m" a& O& Z; ^) n+ eThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
/ M( w% |3 P9 ~/ f0 X/ tthinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
5 f5 r9 u/ g1 k) h! V6 |this multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
' h/ U& K) L4 Y% ]% sthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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' u0 M- u2 b* U' g  Y5 p: dResponsibilities
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0 Z* \- y, Q  |% d' ~# H6 z' {7 D* ^Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy
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' c  ?) C7 J$ h+ W/ W, y/ OSpecific responsibilities include:  

2 o5 n, U5 i( n1 x9 X( [•  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
, ^& t" t/ _( g# Z1 nthe 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
enable 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
3 S3 y' R& k6 X4 j- q/ B5 \  Xthe board;  
4 f0 p) ~8 D# r6 n7 ^4 I# K•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
/ q- t4 A! a5 ~4 f9 X* V0 e) A•  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
5 J8 x3 W1 a7 |) ?9 V8 C1 h; Zchanging needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
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•  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;  
•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
% a8 |3 \! [) V# R9 o' f3 o/ {effectively and positively represent the association;
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2 ?( @1 r( M- q) I$ ?( l: v•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
7 E7 w+ U7 N, i7 \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
the forthcoming year;  
* i5 O, W9 Y- c6 Z* e•  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
2 y) `4 |* b/ m1 b7 w7 bForces.  
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Required Skills & Abilities
! i: i0 I/ i6 R% I: C& W•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
5 N6 X$ v3 @' k; w0 q0 q  W•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
, F/ X7 j  I2 }+ _, s2 Baround 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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8 u1 ^# }5 u8 V% C8 d•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
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•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
' t: v( I4 s7 `" b, G•  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.
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Required Experience
& y/ z$ ^, w# w5 L, Q•  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,
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•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
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•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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