Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

4 T5 X* q1 G# h# d- ZYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
% {" R- l" z+ {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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2 M, t! {' v" t3 FThe 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
4 f8 D. c! G/ E9 ^: F  qEdmonton 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
Edmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
community the agency serves.   
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YWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
2 t8 T" s6 H( S) J% n. n' fthe Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
innovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   

$ p" r6 z1 J3 bResponsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
' \; A5 A  t5 W, \" ~; Mexecution of the YWCA Strategy

2 o/ p8 z: Z2 W6 M$ ?Specific responsibilities include:  
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•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
  w! g6 p8 n5 ]. _; Y5 l9 zthe 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
* n, H5 }; s, L2 ~9 i2 D& S/ ^2 p* mobjectives ensuring that the plan is consistent with the strategic directions established by
. w1 O4 W9 ~( ~9 e; m3 mthe board;  
& R  J. u2 b8 Y•  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
changing needs of the organization and community;
* h$ e( S( ]5 J) [; v. V•  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
4 O9 y* h% W9 _selection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
8 T! ]' i7 j+ L5 H  ], e•  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
# \3 |. z7 @9 `2 [9 L4 Pthe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
- {& e  R7 L' P( D1 f•  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
5 q! D9 x% e' [the forthcoming year;  
•  Conducting affairs of the YWCA in accordance with the commonly accepted ethical
; w; O  n) V( z6 [( R, k1 d, k1 rpractices, consistent with the YWCA Vision, Mission and Values and the policies of
3 I3 f& B8 y) B4 E4 h# z! j* HYWCA Canada; and
8 ?+ K7 e# A  \9 D  A5 ~6 b•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
6 }. \: q! i: }7 _$ H9 TForces.  
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Required Skills & Abilities
•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
" f- L7 {. j; u6 faround decisions, plans and actions;
•  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles;
•  Ability to manage and translate objectives into actions, which are specific, measurable
and achievable with realistic timeframes;
+ T! \; a0 C0 R# ?- F- D•  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.

- ?& Y/ s8 x: F% y Required Professional Designation / Certification
% G% y3 P. K  ^( l0 \7 A3 b9 e7 R% L•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
$ \3 e( O, n3 L2 |1 |+ f•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
abilities;
% i; L3 A* B6 |' t6 d•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
Networking and Fundraising;
, T( B! e% V! V9 }7 C•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
. v7 j% Z8 V+ W+ {and financial statements; and
0 x5 D" C9 G/ W4 t( f8 `•  Experience advocating, empowering and championing women and girls from a women
centered perspective.
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To apply, in strict confidence, please forward your resume to:
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