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
choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
; M& w0 {* l, j0 e" A$ Dprogramming 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
  b% e% g- e6 \: B$ K7 R$ `# cthinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
$ k, [6 L) S7 X) o5 ^( l4 y! Nthis 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
: d5 B1 C( w( F0 ^/ u1 rsurrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
% x1 v. e7 T! T6 P; kEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
$ q* z. q3 F) Z: L6 bcommunity the agency serves.   
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1 b6 B+ n' \; o2 s( R  SYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
/ X1 w' `5 `- v: z6 kinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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3 y# I7 W; k, O1 s+ l4 V2 m/ P+ k- oResponsibilities

9 w1 A& }+ k3 L4 ^. D( R: qReporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
- v1 H; @7 {+ t& t; j9 S) Rexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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Specific responsibilities include:  

/ B$ f0 a  t* n2 E2 c4 Q$ P, M•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
% p$ Y7 [& X  M( ?. o5 ?9 A2 Xthe 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;
•  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
. h5 ?$ w* ]: k; e/ ?2 o( ]the board;  
$ ^& D7 X/ ?8 I3 {* ^, j•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
7 ~% I0 r0 u6 f' [•  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;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
& n0 ]9 E# i  Q+ j& H! h- \  w•  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;
- _9 e$ [5 F" o% ^9 {2 B•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
: r9 A5 e; e( c# }2 Aeffectively and positively represent the association;
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1 t+ l6 j* E0 C- W•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
1 L3 [; l- u, R4 @6 Sthe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
4 S. D0 Z! }6 z. v0 G' `% u1 ^  q- _performance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
: q& }& d4 H, d) Gthe forthcoming year;  
2 L7 E- C* E" l; X+ \+ x•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
% l8 k" K8 s1 l% T+ S7 npractices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
0 [! g5 n$ W. Z/ Q% L% w& _YWCA Canada; and
& P$ n( v3 ]7 R' L•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
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8 B8 k8 }$ S/ f% TRequired Skills & Abilities
0 q  u8 t# U- g" C•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
5 d: U; H& \4 @0 F3 baround decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
3 L! G) ]) O* k# \•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
, n# I+ l! k1 F% Csimultaneously;
•  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.

% V) p0 v' Z. W6 r* @' g Required Professional Designation / Certification
3 j7 I; |6 L% w•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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% H' {( \' o* q" r1 VRequired Experience
•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
' J9 f/ [1 v; m' i3 M; Z; ^5 h+ A•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
! O' c0 R0 f% r6 a; c1 T4 U•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
: @0 [3 D3 r1 R, y- ]8 n& `7 s+ Oand financial statements; and
; r- l# h" d( l" Q! l•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
& I5 i2 n6 b" F1 N: ], ncentered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
6 u- n9 _" I3 \) T) d/ LYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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