Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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; j0 [( h. V9 \9 n7 `YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
) H( t) j+ F8 G- uchoice 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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The 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 $8 million, YWCA
/ l2 B' r! ^3 f5 t- rEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
; f& e" w8 m$ V6 h" KEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
2 e/ x3 j' u8 j# m. V, |& S7 z2 Zcommunity the agency serves.   

YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
( s+ l$ t- a/ Z" N) O% W) vthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

6 y9 y, y; W) }* ?# v0 w2 fResponsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy
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Specific responsibilities include:  
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" g. H* ?1 l4 S  h. H•  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;  
7 o9 y0 U9 L6 Y# h/ U+ ]•  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
" a( z' X# d% Mobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
the board;  
* a" a9 w! J# ?•  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;
9 W, e: X* y/ ~3 x/ A- u& s$ B•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
; D9 G" k" x0 Q* G- @. N% b$ i# k•  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
effectively and positively represent the association;

•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
8 K9 h/ A. h9 \0 f. |the implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
! i# ~1 s& P  O' K- c% S& E•  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
5 O/ L2 @) _1 `9 zpractices, 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
Forces.  
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1 q7 d3 K2 I+ d, ~4 dRequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
( S( d' g3 p; H# r7 N! J1 y4 Waround decisions, plans and actions;
4 j3 V$ ?6 ~! p•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
  O& W7 n; B# l2 d; M0 xand achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
3 M, g; p0 A9 z* ]1 B/ c•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
: {+ B' N( {( k4 v7 trapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
/ ]  t) J% J5 X* R: a  q2 H7 H- f•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
# y8 o  v' s! Z9 G/ V0 n7 ~•  Superior negotiation skills.

# ^) k& Q4 D" n' K+ T Required Professional Designation / Certification
/ B3 v$ W7 n4 l- Y$ o: @•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
( n5 x( J  b* ~2 n8 m•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
1 ]2 |# x% ^: C( R9 v•  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
( A9 {8 I9 P' V! H4 W0 Rcentered perspective.

) D/ a; S% l- ~7 H7 X! I) T2 r* D" _To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
) f3 ?; n1 H% }9 `YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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