Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

& R8 q: F4 K- t- n( e# }( BYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
% w& c2 H  t2 }3 o4 d+ u* @choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
% N4 U# a1 I/ ^' ?programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
+ w: Z" S* `+ ~7 Q1 wsupport for women and their families.  

The successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
) P0 p1 d  ?6 uthinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
: O5 D: o. P0 Y$ b5 j4 othis multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
( G; e5 R' \# H/ j' ?; ~  EEdmonton 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
/ V( l# W. y  Y1 Z7 ~community the agency serves.   

YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
& t1 f; e3 w* M2 Z9 }the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
0 L6 \  V$ \+ v- jinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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# O( N6 `. E# MResponsibilities

9 {7 g: [2 k& i) R. \5 B( CReporting 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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•  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;  
•  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;
3 g+ v. v/ v, N, O# E. ~% k•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
7 @2 L( c: `8 c# c' H9 c* Nobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
the board;  
0 q# Y, }; H6 C. f•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
2 A; J: f: P* n1 q! y3 L•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
) ]8 D; q8 ]- ]  W  _0 E4 kthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
& ~; a$ d! @- j) nchanging needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
! E0 V% p6 U, r( U& e* B•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
6 l" G6 o, P. e, _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
/ P0 W# W6 a& B7 C5 meffectively 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;  
•  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
5 V* ^2 @' ^; Kthe 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
) T2 \1 C( A5 G& |4 ]; q1 c9 |YWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
  _  S5 u  l( S" V3 W; aRequired Skills & Abilities
. O, y/ l3 s  w* [  S4 E•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  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;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
. h2 [) W+ e4 z- ^0 b/ `•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
4 ^3 C: U$ {5 n; j/ r( Z/ fsimultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
) O+ O( E4 H5 O& {; V' {$ S8 Q- prapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
. c3 j3 M/ ^0 c9 k•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.

Required Professional Designation / Certification
# f1 h. S, E# n' S•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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0 g7 c3 E7 q) N) V! {! O$ kRequired Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
" x& e. n9 v) m, VNetworking and Fundraising;
& f8 ?: @/ M5 F•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
0 d4 L  O$ a- D  b. z2 ^# X6 l& ~( Mand financial statements; and
, ~8 @; D9 Q% Y5 o. z•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
# \, [$ T) T) T- V& z# [8 T& bYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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