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
7 ~/ t" c/ ?  D# Y7 I! fchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
3 R$ W4 n+ T  O: [5 D6 ?6 @programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
. ]: T, z. X( m; q  z; ~support for women and their families.  

. d! J4 ?  i2 R  M3 v; WThe 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 $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
" _2 `* T: r* \& e0 @  B) {  Hthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
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$ [$ O9 T- a- r  qResponsibilities
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# n; {* \3 A, S* {1 C) F1 J$ fReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
; d- B, v: t3 A! S, Uexecution of the YWCA Strategy

8 {7 }' U0 t! w( S  z. Y, w0 F" PSpecific responsibilities include:  

•  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;  
  H. i  V* n0 b8 X, x0 w! O•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
  U" G2 J- Y; Eenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
$ ?4 j% X0 U0 \# \objectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
the board;  
. u1 |' `- }# F, K, _•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  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
changing needs of the organization and community;
# Y, x: k0 g& r2 @•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
; \; i% ]6 G3 \# P* Q% y•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
! W+ u/ \4 h( v  R- c0 cselection, 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
effectively and positively represent the association;
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•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
% P$ x% t& |' d  d" fthe 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
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•  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
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5 t' ~( Q: T9 N•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
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Required Skills & Abilities
& O( p9 l  C6 j6 b/ B' o+ V•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
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& k$ W+ |4 ?& p! r•  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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) z/ Q+ n2 X& ^1 Y% T3 M  j4 q•  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;
) i8 q6 A& }! K2 }9 j•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
6 d$ `6 J2 a! h1 A% r, f1 n& x•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
- k4 p7 i/ y9 X. x3 r•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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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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•  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
7 _, F" o. L) {, lcentered perspective.
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/ I, d$ w. W  L2 ?: s$ JTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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