Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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- O  t7 J. h5 r4 TYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
- I7 k$ D5 u0 {" O- rchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  
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2 _& Q6 h" K; U1 TThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
( d) g3 X. h) n/ a+ rthinking 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 $8 million, YWCA
" S$ d- ~8 ^8 t' H& \# F0 d  gEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
/ d8 s6 y4 g" |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
# H; q6 c. I( g' J# pcommunity the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
/ U0 X+ b/ |0 u; X1 B  Hthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
2 C! P4 ?4 [" P- c/ h" Ginnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

- k5 `- i* W) T4 y0 i8 lResponsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
: J* A# D4 o  s, jexecution of the YWCA Strategy

! N8 e4 S  I& b/ @- _Specific responsibilities include:  

% Q1 ^* d; _+ f: e( u•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
3 _$ q6 y& W* V; {; `2 Fthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
the Board of Directors;  
- S, U0 j0 q8 w•  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
8 ?6 Z) n; T( qthe board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
8 g; {5 r4 [7 k+ h: mthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
( G+ Q8 D* P# C7 {+ K& h  echanging needs of the organization and community;
4 c& r6 l! v" f. n/ W0 a5 Z•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
, O" Q8 o+ C! n3 v1 U+ X0 C•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
, d8 Y2 w% p6 s( D  fselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
: G9 {' `; ^2 C7 \3 `5 c•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
( S3 c. Y/ l- Z! h( l8 v( G4 S•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively 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
: w2 u, [6 L- H! f7 ]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
$ z( A8 a2 Q& U7 b2 S4 fYWCA Canada; and
7 g$ R: e$ n* O7 r% x•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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  C' F; D+ p# d( [" s7 b5 ?9 uRequired Skills & Abilities
) c8 N- D  u8 p, v! R& O•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
* ]+ B  I: y" _  V2 C: P•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
4 o( R5 u& E* l# j/ I, I  N! }around decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
+ _& o9 G7 u+ Z( R  S* Y•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
/ c" W9 p; I# l" h% Y•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
1 i3 F1 d9 d" I7 L: a* Z•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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7 o% _, j, _) Q2 p4 \7 j3 i) H Required Professional Designation / Certification
8 h$ |  I3 y: e$ Y& y•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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- U9 n/ C! n7 @5 r6 _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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! [' Y7 b. S8 D1 C5 g•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking 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
6 e' Z9 m2 P1 ~6 Vcentered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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