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
  h2 ^' C) B4 {% B* E- B! |choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
( E) _: Y# U7 }; {programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  

9 V4 c3 i7 j7 h; M6 X; E* ZThe 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 $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
4 j; h; w2 S8 M* {surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
# K) j# x! D. `0 q/ ]! ~. GEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   
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! C" y6 T! [* e- T5 x' FYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
. s6 ]* K$ G0 r) u( f7 linnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

8 Q! f: ]+ I/ Z: ]: n& SResponsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
7 p9 G  _, c6 S0 g5 a! q' C* v4 \0 ]; sexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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3 w' r- y$ E6 |5 N; K$ {Specific responsibilities include:  

0 N1 H$ N5 b8 |•  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
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
5 ]7 P- L( i3 l3 `2 F/ w* 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
the board;  
  ?7 Q2 t4 O' {" |( f( \2 g•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
( R# ~1 p. h2 n  X) D8 \0 U6 `•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
1 o+ n0 S9 I! M•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
& Y- R: z# j5 k6 F6 qchanging needs of the organization and community;
0 c% m5 p' |% T- y" v•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
# O  i) {- |, _•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
. d3 ^5 P& `  W# `; nselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
1 b6 `1 z' d0 H, K( Y•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
9 o( [, ?7 P- z* {0 S9 E) Reffectively and positively represent the association;
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8 p; D2 U1 a7 K$ r, i/ B" e•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
4 Y, ^4 V6 v  kthe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
- v3 Q0 g, }6 H# S9 M' A•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
! y' B- P# U5 G. m% operformance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
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
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
/ U( M; s+ H5 ?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
; p9 w# s% [6 B& {around decisions, plans and actions;
7 A6 r( F! a& ?# J, ?•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
) z* a( G* x6 D& g% y•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
; U2 t7 R  T$ S" cand achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
! [, M+ P6 e% r8 f7 u; Ksimultaneously;
% D# y" D4 ]; M; |! M# a•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
. k; M! n6 D! T; \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.
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, M* m- X* S& x) c1 i& [Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
2 a1 O7 _5 \# I: Q0 ^: z•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
3 T5 r% E- J5 b: DNetworking 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.

' Q3 B! x) Q4 ~1 G4 k, L  J5 u. wTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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