Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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8 w! I" Y) K! c, ?YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
, i6 H3 E& I5 `, _choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
' z0 k' x- J( o# j/ K- k6 Oprogramming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
. b2 W0 H* l- h$ }6 W7 usupport for women and their families.  
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: B# \+ x1 G' e; yThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
% B. l  Y4 _$ z0 a( F0 B# n( athinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
" Z1 _5 P. H" ?, x/ f& Gthis 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
' @, }  c* Q8 A3 g( f% IEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
- R* O2 w) b  D& Bcommunity the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
9 Y& F/ _5 p8 o4 B# z5 A  uthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

Responsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

2 H' |, ~9 L: h$ MSpecific responsibilities include:  

* m* x9 M! O" E" v7 D( v•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
8 L+ f3 x$ k) R( _# X4 ^& Gthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
1 a6 g- D( }' e$ C! `8 o* B7 Mthe Board of Directors;  
•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
4 ?& [. ~" d' z/ i, B5 ]7 k: ~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
the board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
& C7 t+ c. `: @  C  U6 bthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
1 N, O5 @" b# d9 G7 F8 Q•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
9 u" k+ }) j' q+ [changing needs of the organization and community;
  f+ F" H, U3 C0 Z. G) p•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
2 {) w/ t) V' y' e8 |selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
4 }6 f6 H" S5 o0 n7 h* q5 T2 p•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively and positively represent the association;

•  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
9 ?# ?1 e7 e! {4 Q3 N* U. 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
7 U7 ?8 m; T& j. E8 o•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
2 U! M. `, ?$ R# y2 h* K$ N$ u8 ?& mRequired Skills & Abilities
" M, m, k- o; Q( y$ R! v( p•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
) @8 @* G5 E1 c: `5 e% X3 Y•  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
" |# ?! S* T. y: xand achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  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
•  Superior negotiation skills.

Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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2 ?0 E8 q* }" B0 d6 DRequired Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
8 j6 a  p; f5 V9 V4 y6 Zabilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
9 @/ S  s2 r0 K: PNetworking and Fundraising;
2 H, o5 V7 W' Y2 [7 e•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
' u! s  r# S$ x, X! P' F. F•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
+ I& r" t8 N3 o% f3 m& tYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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