Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

4 q# q' L# q0 ]$ t2 G2 L0 fYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
, a. `% A2 D2 Vchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
9 T4 A8 X  N  F2 psupport for women and their families.  

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 $8 million, YWCA
7 v7 X5 T( a5 c- {9 lEdmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
. v( @$ @9 T& x2 n$ @3 ^( ^8 [( d; y3 Osurrounding 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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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
! r" P1 k# R, L' `+ n% U- sthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
' ?) f# F) y# N, x2 r5 [innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

Responsibilities

) j6 P" U% o# T1 t0 b" RReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
. u( L; O7 N0 R7 t" v3 |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;  
* y& _; o& f0 G. n•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
  C/ y  L8 h. |" \; |9 ^: N' xenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
4 z5 T! b5 ^" \, v5 J. T9 ?7 xobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
2 N/ C  a# s. J$ Qthe board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
% P- L5 w( [- Zthe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
9 K. b9 O0 J  h7 b# F•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
2 ?0 {' [9 ?3 o% C! [( cchanging 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;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
& j: V1 P9 \2 H7 T7 Cselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
4 o+ e* w8 B+ Y. y& z( F: }0 R•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
9 t6 p& m4 ~6 [9 z+ x+ T, B& [effectively and positively represent the association;

•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
8 s8 V. T" H. e, h+ U" l% R9 U/ B) \" kthe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
  Z  w% q7 h% d7 A•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
3 \' B8 u7 C- q" N+ a5 R$ K0 Hperformance 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
, v7 O# H8 J; t/ Xpractices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
YWCA Canada; and
8 g. h5 k/ I+ l1 o) T/ c1 D•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
8 U7 {7 K8 }' |% t0 ZForces.  
  
Required Skills & Abilities
/ T6 Q. C1 p+ P* b•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
$ N9 T* C# R8 v8 }% w) j•  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;
" g3 j2 o* r/ E) n& D0 Q•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
: z% h9 M" }; r0 L4 o. x* }•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
0 D% X; d- s! N4 Hsimultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
) W  I- W3 p" t1 E+ ^+ L8 B3 xrapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
1 \& ?1 G: d  j2 N7 ^4 T•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
' B2 Y& m& m) R8 g•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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" i) j) B% Q: z4 t1 H8 xRequired Experience
4 A! l4 _1 z0 B/ O2 M•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
6 D( L5 e* r0 h- \5 Y: H•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
0 a, P7 l; x: ~Networking and Fundraising;
+ j; f3 v$ Y& p•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
2 Y( F( B) D. k  W; g•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
- d$ s+ V; \% o0 \2 ]7 ^' Lcentered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
9 [6 J5 q4 Y0 }! j) [" d4 M7 ?YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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