Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  
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YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
/ W9 y$ M, ~* w; n1 o" O5 fchoice 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.  

" S+ A( i2 O" @7 OThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
thinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
& g" Y/ V4 ?9 t  e: V# V7 r& R' qthis 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
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
. z4 \. Y3 O4 V/ c* d! t' V' cEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
! `2 j9 ], m7 g3 I+ L4 u! Ncommunity the agency serves.   

YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
6 A" X) f) A  K* w) B- dthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
( w4 m- w3 f+ G( Cinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

Responsibilities
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$ |0 |7 {# j& c0 oReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy
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7 `# ]9 M' }! k* ]  CSpecific responsibilities include:  
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/ d  q  `1 h% k•  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
6 b5 `% ?$ C% D/ c& `; genable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
- D' N# Z2 Y/ {! M8 [•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
, i" B7 K4 z6 o4 [6 Oobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
+ T1 T* J9 O) h/ \* Y3 p$ b. Athe board;  
+ R0 L* j$ z! f4 `, 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;
" Z3 `/ c! Z0 V! }% t- ^•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
2 r( }, z) Z7 \# a) lcommitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
$ D4 }8 m/ u; K; @, \•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
' L0 O3 y7 s: G$ O•  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
the implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
0 f0 L+ w5 j* U% j% m•  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;  
•  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
YWCA Canada; and
1 U  |; w1 |; V$ K•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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% s1 ^* {% E& YRequired 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;
9 X7 n& B0 u8 S, u•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
: ^$ A0 _8 X0 p( ?and achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
1 i; Y( w3 c7 z0 q" R, `6 `- e•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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6 I" x! O" }$ b$ D3 b5 V9 b Required Professional Designation / Certification
2 B7 T; _9 p% L' y; j: @•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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1 Y2 w1 |. c  R0 G# `$ H3 y& CRequired Experience
' P  J) ?# ~( C9 w6 d* ^+ ]' W& i1 N•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
2 B! L* |6 S0 U* K) N& S$ B, |& F$ |•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
6 S) {1 _3 [- L1 d$ u5 Q5 U  Gabilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
$ y# N" M+ b, s! |2 F•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
, T' R% E! V* ]7 l; a•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
6 a+ A& J1 V* U4 m+ Z! Q# Qcentered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
$ \6 D* T' H  t( n# D; LYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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