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
4 p, Q# b3 S( Q( j& uchoice 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.  

6 f4 L3 O# Z; {  mThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
, X( a) H. ?# `0 r" R0 D0 C2 Ithinking 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
# _4 P' \) ^$ x# G# [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
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   

) l) g$ V$ z) B* E" s% mYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
2 _% @2 c% o" X/ ^# q$ [the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
. u& p0 ?1 H" a/ i6 \1 Uinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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: C& S/ X% g, k4 n; AResponsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

Specific responsibilities include:  

+ S6 {, g: }* k, \' b& Y•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
- v0 s2 A4 y/ hthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
, k6 x0 @: w8 P$ R) A9 W6 Q, bthe 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;
•  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
' b% ?+ ^* L7 P: s5 P& _# Dthe board;  
" X. ^2 X' S( o4 F+ _* W+ N; s0 |  t; {•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
5 A9 o# F1 v* E" m; ^the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
1 r, p7 X+ E( y. I•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
changing needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
4 M3 x% Q9 Y) J, Y  r) `: O& t  p8 x4 f•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
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
effectively and positively represent the association;

2 ?- C+ p; u1 m9 ~. U, q4 ^7 z•  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
1 u/ @7 P4 x5 X, cthe 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
+ \, w; m4 b/ _0 X$ r: ZYWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
6 M9 s1 e7 ?/ N. B; {3 gForces.  
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  y% V' K& H- f# p; U1 H' ZRequired Skills & Abilities
1 D' ^9 @. O/ o( y•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
: |6 _0 v. k" _8 f1 J3 M8 M& \2 S•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
/ E- c5 {0 O: G  j9 ?0 F5 }; ]around decisions, plans and actions;
4 a' a2 L6 r; d•  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;
# q/ E  ]+ f# X2 }6 J•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
+ P8 v+ S) D3 W  Vrapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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& D8 M2 ?  t$ _) Y! A4 K0 H Required Professional Designation / Certification
( W' [. x: m" i9 H: P; H•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
  C7 }# |3 q/ @# Aabilities;
& [9 `( f- J" w* t, ~•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
9 d  G3 ?- q/ ?Networking and Fundraising;
•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
and financial statements; and
4 D8 v' E. H' R•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
9 m* V" w+ \' ^centered perspective.

6 U1 ]+ N! @2 Q  _9 BTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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