Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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0 H% K; h! u1 P6 C  pYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
2 G0 }5 q' h) [' T7 y( Ochoice 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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9 G2 s+ _% Y% Y; 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
- \+ V2 b' ]1 h1 V0 U) ?. Wthis multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
& S3 k' D2 s$ O0 g1 Rsurrounding 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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. \, L7 S3 W, D" ZYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
$ ]% E" W8 t) r3 B6 [the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
8 \+ g$ p2 G0 }9 cinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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6 j6 v7 K0 w2 H. V- `1 x/ XResponsibilities
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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:  

•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
- c  ~  B* c, `. Pthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
$ c6 w+ ~8 u+ ]3 ]7 k( ethe Board of Directors;  
6 H+ D: R) ~- Y4 n) w•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
5 L8 _3 O  g1 U; D2 E3 {  y5 J3 }including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
enable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
5 {) b) ?1 R! R. q  Q•  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;  
$ U, J3 i; K8 J& K•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
, q# w: e0 \0 a% e" j0 C•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
% p$ W0 t% L: E8 Y& Bthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
: m9 |% O( {; [4 o% p4 Q1 l•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
changing needs of the organization and community;
, K( ~# P; B% G. c8 _•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
  `' W( \# ]' W. N% y8 D•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
% k* ]5 [; ^5 z$ S. L•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
  |/ \: [4 @" |; \•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
4 X" U0 ?4 ~. _% P. _" `7 u% y" f•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
' Z0 d8 O3 {$ Deffectively and positively represent the association;
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% o9 }# P+ Z  f( a  d; J+ \3 W•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
& y7 @4 M5 T, R& X4 z# @8 l3 }: nthe 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
the forthcoming year;  
( V- T2 S6 v( {) B+ \9 x7 K$ ]; F•  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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•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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5 c  H# i6 U4 _0 C$ P! L1 zRequired 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
around decisions, plans and actions;
/ i1 [8 r. x$ U! U•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
( B; K9 P* E' ?- R+ m8 s" Q•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
. R7 |4 ]  B2 R8 x•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
  f+ t' |$ r' x! Grapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
* @; G8 s8 Q# C0 s# Q7 x7 w•  Superior negotiation skills.
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( v7 Z7 W# {$ B2 p) y5 u Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
, z( `4 {2 |( Q7 o3 e•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
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% P0 ^1 T) \) J1 c•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
5 Z1 r0 q2 e: ~; Z$ z•  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.

, b, ^# Z# W( G; r2 s' Y' _To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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