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Executive Director Position Overview
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0 v8 z( I* M9 S, E0 q7 iYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
! Q* m9 C2 q/ D0 Ichoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new ) S; }1 ]9 b$ d6 [/ n2 P2 k
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and ) m; T) w' [8 J) u% {8 d
support for women and their families.
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The successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
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+ _* y* ]" w: f# b9 r7 Fthis multi-service agency. With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
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surrounding region. Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA " w1 I: u4 F6 w
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the ; R. S$ c& l1 I' U2 a3 b
community the agency serves.
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- m) b# d. t% W/ `# u/ S* eYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring , F6 H2 i5 z6 R* i4 K0 D0 R
the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate, / h b: w, z- p4 }
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
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Specific responsibilities include:
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) Z* y5 u2 _3 p3 e3 R• Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of ) C" S% h& z- f2 p2 h) M$ l
the YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
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2 N0 z% `/ H0 `• Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
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7 M8 U- b1 z2 \! M5 Z- ienable the Board to exercise their responsibilities; / t2 d8 F& b& F- {2 }
• Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and 2 x. G6 f+ D0 |" k1 \4 Q, B
objectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
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• Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget; & k0 D( I8 _' P1 T/ g0 @; d
• Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion 7 H: I0 U: @% e7 |2 W1 C
the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
, Q5 P, V3 i8 K# b" _' p• Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the ! g, L' `0 s5 Z+ P3 ^
changing needs of the organization and community;
, h0 A# }4 w# G0 O7 T• Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
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• Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders; " T' Y; D, ~0 z& ^
• Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
; ^9 Y2 t) F' T, t3 \' yselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems; 1 r/ U9 \- s! T+ F' K
• Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed; % u" e5 f3 }% o5 b4 s' Y S
• Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
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6 N7 _. k/ j5 G0 Y; p) j• Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
6 m7 h$ d3 h$ P" _. C" Ithe implementation of systems to manage these risks;
4 m: Y0 Z/ p3 _ i• Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
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the forthcoming year;
X/ M5 ]; [1 y9 d) r4 }0 j) T• Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
1 `6 g7 i0 u2 l: S1 dpractices, 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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, ]4 s. V9 k. {3 g7 v$ oRequired Skills & Abilities
+ |1 z; y5 b8 B. A. [• Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
. Z' f- f* [. i( R1 {• Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus 3 y$ o: W, L, c6 j, M1 S; @
around decisions, plans and actions;
$ Q* a. f% ^: \4 [% y; U' k1 e( A• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
6 s. }6 S) w+ O: T( E9 O' H, h+ K. B• Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
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• Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks - M; a% M0 h6 E6 W( E
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• Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
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• Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and . l( ?. L, x7 Q; a, K
• Superior negotiation skills. ( \, g9 m1 a, [" Q; }7 T
5 x& h/ P! W* `; w5 d- L0 X Required Professional Designation / Certification ) Q' Z' a$ P5 o! E& T H
• Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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# R6 j4 ^% b8 T# Q- Z" lRequired Experience $ O( a* }6 C5 n2 _
• Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations; ' b- b' z$ f) D) e+ d
• Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation 7 ]5 \9 a6 b" c6 D1 p
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• Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations, 9 M F8 |! t) I2 \ _' c
Networking and Fundraising; ' H, Y0 G) d; c- f
• 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 # x; e* m+ w# Q7 V' h3 p! s+ _# a8 @
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to: , A; _+ q; U- ^* w7 ^- k
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com |
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