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
) W7 G$ ?3 |& U' K3 Z/ ]+ t6 k1 a4 [choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
% g9 W' g9 G/ p# E4 Q3 ^! ]& B  Dsupport 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
, {+ I. @2 B/ \- b/ A( uEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
  }2 L% ]7 J; l6 C- B: Wsurrounding 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
# Q  Y/ u1 b) J6 l' s6 Kcommunity the agency serves.   
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7 w6 z+ A2 }* TYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
0 L2 G! J) ]  l+ H) N* Z; L  Jthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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Responsibilities

, A- {) [- \- F7 oReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
0 p2 c1 n& b1 jexecution of the YWCA Strategy

6 R+ A6 P) l5 V6 CSpecific responsibilities include:  
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6 a) I$ X* X  i" n: u3 [9 ?1 d3 o•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
8 S( K7 T! c  O3 ^/ X6 Rthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
the Board of Directors;  
& a6 P8 s: X, j, z9 ^•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
; O' c  X) q) u3 O* v3 Qenable 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
" i, {( |- T& r& v; B& C  gthe board;  
•  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
" n# [# b( C' j) P, A" `changing needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
" {3 P; b/ @! g. p! Z" e( B•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
) ~0 X2 Y- V/ b6 e0 b0 X0 vselection, 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
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8 K0 G% E0 F! b! ?9 U% e5 p6 k- ?  ]•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
the implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
7 Y9 [7 K& F1 v: ?' v+ Y. D•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
) @  |5 ~) J; u3 Qperformance 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
  `6 N7 _4 {0 t, i! u! P6 nYWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
Required Skills & Abilities
% {4 ?" t( ]* i9 F" _•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
. C1 ?' x% m# O# `5 @% L# haround decisions, plans and actions;
) O8 u; G% |9 b•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
. X! i( `* b( e% ]# |5 x. kand achievable with realistic timeframes;
4 B" t/ l* P1 y5 p•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
2 P2 ~& s* F4 h/ x. f7 Y, }rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
; P$ w8 O$ m4 A4 O& n3 I5 @2 P•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
7 D) ~& M2 H4 W0 ~; u% i# z  O7 @•  Superior negotiation skills.
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. n6 A+ H! o6 f Required Professional Designation / Certification
$ o) Y& M$ F3 x2 c•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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, J2 [* N  r4 |$ IRequired Experience
- r# F( T+ O9 i•  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,
5 T6 K  z- i/ C* b$ r, B! J0 DNetworking and Fundraising;
2 c; ~3 V4 Q; }5 E•  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
centered perspective.

5 Y+ R2 g# Z. m3 u, S( jTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
# S$ i/ E$ G& k8 L( [) KYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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