Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

& V3 F5 S3 C0 pYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
6 W% y  J: L7 Achoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
1 _6 g3 q) f  q" m, }! t4 |2 N* _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
$ L6 _, M4 s, E/ z& j7 F9 Osurrounding 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
  p) d  l, e$ H) [7 Jcommunity the agency serves.   

YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
) Z: V0 m% g+ h' q6 J) O3 R, Ithe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
' E% X2 ^. E: `7 }' y6 d8 Jinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

1 i4 ~2 Z5 x& {: a; b. VResponsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
* ~, |3 ]- Z3 E. g  mexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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Specific 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
+ y2 H& a4 ?, \  \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;
2 c+ p4 B" x1 h•  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
) J+ `7 h, L" qthe board;  
9 k5 [3 r# B) W7 h- |# j: i•  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
5 ~  n, p5 `) Achanging needs of the organization and community;
•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
3 q4 ?2 ^* }8 t3 D" h0 V0 l•  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;  
( B! c' F7 |# N. F•  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;
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•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
2 K) j0 l* p( c( `. P& W5 f3 q- B5 bthe 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;  
/ k$ K8 W* T1 L6 j: }# t' s. {0 a- e! S•  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
2 ^; S9 _, n; n6 l* p% v' @•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
  
' ]$ t0 r7 |9 i9 F" ERequired Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
, I1 `1 g1 E  K9 k•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
around decisions, plans and actions;
3 t8 ~1 l( C$ d1 W•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
5 R5 K4 b7 n& P" dand achievable with realistic timeframes;
) |4 C2 j2 G0 P3 u/ S) ]•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
/ ~9 z# h* D: T4 ~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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. D5 Q* x1 `. d" D9 M) J Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  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
abilities;
+ Y; O, A) d' }5 ]- d, d•  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
4 z1 A* L! T7 scentered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
! K0 s& n& a4 ~" nYWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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