Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

YWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
3 H, k- R* y( D" _choice 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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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 $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
1 D# N* b4 \" _, v/ y1 |4 P$ X& SEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
5 f( t+ w* d+ I$ ~2 q9 [community the agency serves.   
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$ V+ t- A$ g, p: jYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
3 m! e# i/ U2 h' Bthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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Responsibilities

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:  

! D7 M# R1 N9 Z  W•  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
enable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
" U+ J0 U! q! L# L; w•  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;  
, J# G4 o6 m- K1 L7 I2 F•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
5 ?% L& R% S# s9 q•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
( u* w7 ]0 K+ S: f+ athe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
2 ~% c- o$ P* R7 `•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
$ n  N- T' k& ^; ~) ?* }changing needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
7 ?; O3 g5 z* [7 ?9 H7 a6 wcommitments;
5 B$ F+ @1 C" j7 w2 y•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
+ G7 q* ~' A. o4 o- Qselection, 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
+ |: @  _, c+ v2 K! jeffectively 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;  
•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
- W4 e# B7 C# G4 c% qperformance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
the forthcoming year;  
0 r7 E4 u6 Q& e5 D•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
! v( p* ^# a. s/ kpractices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
# n& q" S% l: h! a. ZYWCA Canada; and
+ ~! ]1 s% ]) k' y; b8 y/ |•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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- Q0 n2 |1 `9 w4 W5 o% C3 fRequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
5 I! R# Y; p1 _•  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;
* |$ Y+ o, i0 |8 ~, Q* q+ S# m8 E. ^$ P•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
; H4 D; j) p/ i( i•  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;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
•  Superior negotiation skills.
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/ e3 e% N, x9 K4 K, ] Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

6 {7 u: z. K. G+ d  bRequired Experience
: R5 }" U* L2 w7 M•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
•  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
7 C# w  g. f" f- J8 H# D+ _) H' Wcentered perspective.

2 l, p" R5 `9 J# o# y) eTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
* m% z- M+ ~' H- \% c$ ]" PYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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