Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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5 h+ \' S2 V* y$ u2 u- pYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
0 A2 X1 `" T( S. p. B3 Ochoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
" [; R& N1 m: g' \. i4 Xprogramming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
support for women and their families.  

6 z1 k7 ?/ c4 N: }3 E' O/ gThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
% ~3 f* C& D/ [# j3 L5 E5 X4 A  ithinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
1 V( O) |9 W* R' Q9 [& |9 x0 Vthis multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
, \3 M. k8 I1 k! |surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
- q$ }8 A4 ?& ?( o. ^Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   

; ?9 l3 }$ _1 v8 T& \* O% ~! _YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
9 U1 |4 P4 ~8 C" A- h% Kthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
! _# U7 @, c# R8 s6 l4 e0 E" }7 jinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

+ X' i8 F% l, [Responsibilities
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, B9 d2 ~6 F, ]' yReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

Specific responsibilities include:  
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•  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
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•  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
the board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
/ M& b) v* B" q& s" j3 u1 ]$ B8 H& Nthe 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;
3 p  Q/ u( E+ f5 v•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
% ]4 N2 f9 j. }8 X; K* U" W: W1 `# I•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, 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
% P% e% i: p$ |' |; H) }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;  
; W$ C1 c' G. s5 K- v, M. a: H•  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
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
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# D0 f/ p6 P: O# W& s0 a0 DRequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
, u+ e- v4 a) F1 S; Z% [•  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;
& e% |1 Z) {- v1 G& w) j0 b•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
  T' C: D$ R! ]7 K: o8 q- {# f  yand achievable with realistic timeframes;
" p8 a' _- @! s4 l% t9 D1 t•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
) ?$ _6 N) V' z4 i) v# @simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
1 n, K4 K5 g9 v3 L•  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.

& E# r, M  P( Q( [0 NRequired Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
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" q  Z" o! F3 x. B- f+ Z" t9 J: C$ `•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
•  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
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3 H% U9 E& b3 z9 zTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
* S4 z9 }7 S: D9 A/ f: P# KYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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