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
choice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
5 ~: k" d' p( w0 F4 \* Vprogramming 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
3 h. Z( O8 G& p" y* a. t0 |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 $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
- m+ i5 G9 P7 asurrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
8 y/ m) u9 Z7 d) s/ x. A! xcommunity the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
  Y; x- V, z! C5 ~$ Jthe 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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) Y/ L' j' `0 h+ C+ L) UResponsibilities
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; S+ m3 {4 C; l9 _* t! ~; NReporting 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:  

•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
+ n' f, ]' A+ _6 t# gthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
the Board of Directors;  
- E4 H" A9 o' J+ f! H* J•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
5 U! z4 V! @9 q4 ~including financial, policy and personnel issues and provides information necessary to
enable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
2 c. P+ Y7 `* `  V& V* P* i: C•  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;  
8 _. a! Z9 T2 C0 d% x  X# n8 ?1 _•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
3 Q4 V' q8 A6 S3 {•  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;
7 p" U3 G# n  W$ C5 s: _$ n•  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;
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# T$ B9 t2 X+ L4 E•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
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" @, {- m7 W% I+ b$ J! z, L•  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;  
5 P6 Y/ ^* }$ o0 g•  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
•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
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% M- ?& j8 o1 D: ?8 hRequired Skills & Abilities
4 o% z' t  ?: a$ X+ ^•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
+ W  N) }# S. \7 [6 ?•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
around decisions, plans and actions;
# |- ]$ q1 I* ]; E) B( C) }•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
$ t7 A; h7 V& g" {) x- s•  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
$ h2 u$ l: m- a$ U8 C' f5 Psimultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
; W9 B& q3 h! N% z; P# `" Wrapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
! K3 b; P) R4 V# ^8 ]•  Superior negotiation skills.

Required Professional Designation / Certification
+ {+ M) F- o7 W+ K' B8 m: ~•  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;
6 S7 Z$ \! g! S% Q/ A4 y( U- T•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
9 U) N& V; n. Q/ O) T+ r' t3 @Networking and Fundraising;
) y' ^; m9 x& F8 L2 i•  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
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* [  u0 A: L* R+ k8 |  v  ]5 q' XTo apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
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