Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

7 t& Q* j$ ?9 n) r8 `7 {$ eYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
0 R7 Y0 S& V/ j" z2 e$ Qchoice 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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  `+ h  R; g. ~1 X' DThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
thinking and be both enthusiastic and an outstanding communicator / relationship builder to lead
4 @$ G4 I1 B" A: R, s# Zthis multi-service agency.  With over 200 staff and an operating budget of $8 million, YWCA
+ S8 s( J6 N' t2 _Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
# U; s# D, T( V9 T6 {$ `, sEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
+ Q& F; f4 N% \) ncommunity the agency serves.   

YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
2 r4 q+ ]( f# U& L4 y9 t& |the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
) _0 u' D7 j* sinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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Responsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
execution of the YWCA Strategy

Specific responsibilities include:  
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•  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
7 L# S  f9 G- a4 y2 Kenable the Board to exercise their responsibilities;
•  Contributing to the development and achievement of the 1 -3 year operational plan and
* S3 T3 p4 y* iobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
( P/ Z, a6 T0 i- i% d; z. {& G' {9 Kthe board;  
9 K+ ^& n/ ]7 S; O" f•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
2 I4 f  G6 G9 A9 q( X/ o•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
" A  F. c$ i/ d) T* N( G9 othe development, implementation and successful execution of YWCA service offerings;
; @+ f: x; O) S6 V8 I8 u4 L•  Reviewing existing policies and programs to recommend new or revise to meet the
) v5 Z2 c3 P" E4 B" ychanging needs of the organization and community;
9 j: `& D  W/ @# e1 O# F  ~•  Identifying, qualifying and initiating opportunities to meet the current and growth revenue
commitments;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
/ `' t  t" K* q/ x- E7 aselection, 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
! \4 v1 \$ u% Q3 ]; ^3 \4 W% Geffectively and positively represent the association;
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•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
% |, L/ _1 T; H2 `8 ]- m3 Tthe 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
2 {" G4 x% _5 G0 ]7 f$ J( w1 ?$ mthe forthcoming year;  
•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
& \2 M3 y$ o* D4 C3 dpractices, 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
0 i, F- b5 K* `0 `1 q4 RForces.  
  
: l# v5 o5 u. }5 N3 V1 b+ u) GRequired Skills & Abilities
9 r5 s7 W2 y9 c3 `•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
) ?3 Q# n) G% ~( _" N3 {0 Varound decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
) s1 p" ^( S( T: ]•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
; p9 M# @4 L8 v; F2 {& b5 Cand achievable with realistic timeframes;
; \  J" ]' D" z8 z, v$ \: h•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
1 R1 a7 e5 o' b2 ?simultaneously;
0 u. q; N& e7 A4 w0 p•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
4 ^  o; k5 Z9 z! Drapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
$ e6 ]+ ~% s+ J6 T2 K- d•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
4 d" e4 c" i4 A! C& p5 H* j/ |/ ]•  Superior negotiation skills.

Required Professional Designation / Certification
$ n, T/ n  o) A: g•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.

Required Experience
3 m8 u$ ^+ Q# n  ?1 c•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
+ M( g, \: B% ]" f( N# ?. M% Oabilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
: g; X0 [4 B3 p; J2 D# a•  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
6 A# u+ g. @* L2 @. s0 Icentered perspective.

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

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