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
# f+ D& o) f9 }6 [; M% q' p1 f( rchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
" U! l  r1 A2 `: z. @support for women and their families.  

! T: D( g3 R3 u% RThe 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
. B) u6 k# \8 ?: c  c2 K; v/ [Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
9 }/ n4 R, C1 v1 Lsurrounding 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
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1 j. b6 r. }6 c. f0 ~YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
& R! B; K: @* P( Lthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
5 V1 V. ~  N4 |( V, hinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

4 }- n3 \0 S6 }% YResponsibilities

% z, l$ q, b' g! Y' w' B$ b. RReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
5 R2 A  Z' g" V% wexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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2 I2 }5 ~7 ?- W% c' w0 CSpecific responsibilities include:  

•  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;  
4 Y7 f" ], U" u+ E•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
) ^" ?' p" V: K' Y3 Jenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
8 M; z+ |) T( _•  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;  
- l) x- h7 O- ^6 l: s' r•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
; a1 y. `! H9 B2 g" \# _" N& g•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
the development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
; H# y: X0 b7 i! m•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
changing needs of the organization and community;
! @1 y, B2 Y. M- }•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
+ O- U, c* m/ R. e, j/ S•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
+ ^% G( c: ^( R' R4 Q( Fselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
; m$ \3 L* \6 e* H# @2 N•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
" N' m0 o, H  H& U•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
effectively and positively represent the association;

% A$ \- B9 y! x  @$ i5 `•  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
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
) M7 U) C" t& p1 @1 V  J7 gYWCA Canada; and
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
8 W" ?3 `8 M' e5 D1 a3 iRequired Skills & Abilities
9 v9 Q; Q4 h( ^, r* j•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
$ A6 ]6 i# f% s3 I" |: r( \# S: T) N: K4 k•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
around decisions, plans and actions;
; e. V+ ~' q- V1 o; W' X•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
3 B4 O1 L5 b3 Z4 R" G5 y# \•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
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•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
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" F  A6 E0 }% N8 F; k•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
rapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
% I# l( X7 ?8 U: C$ i* Z; L•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
* _8 {. z7 U1 o5 ]+ L4 E% N•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
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•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
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1 B$ D8 y, m9 v' L: n•  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
( D( }$ c; P4 p. E! n' ^centered perspective.

To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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