Executive Director

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Executive Director Position Overview  

1 C% Y( _5 Q) V- w: B" C9 j7 q/ {  PYWCA Edmonton has a history of over 100 years shaping a world of equality, opportunity and
; C3 R7 t9 M, }4 j% Mchoice for Edmontonians. We are poised for growth, and have recently developed new
programming and campaigns that continue to create leadership opportunities, advocacy and
& `" ~: ?, Y/ `) m( X& Asupport for women and their families.  

1 m' F0 ?0 U% IThe successful Executive Director (ED) will combine a woman centered perspective, strategic
2 d  Z8 E' ~1 H- ?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 $8 million, YWCA
Edmonton often acts as a catalyst for developing innovative services within the City and
surrounding region.  Through generous support from a variety of funders and donors, YWCA
# e, v+ p: {" aEdmonton annually assists over 9,000 people with programming that reflects the diversity of the
7 _9 e# R0 m* h1 tcommunity the agency serves.   
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( u+ w6 F! {! Z2 R2 m) R1 FYWCA Edmonton is passionate about responding to the needs of our community, and ensuring
the Association remains relevant to those we serve and is searching for an equally passionate,
' n" ~+ T0 A& h( [. Yinnovative and dedicated Executive Director to join our team.   
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Responsibilities
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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the ED is responsible for development, evolution and
4 @  W" K+ r% m. f  l( dexecution of the YWCA Strategy
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+ a) z, U/ Y+ Z, H5 z. uSpecific responsibilities include:  
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•  Providing leadership, general supervision, management and control of the operations of
9 }3 k1 `, `3 c, a: L. r$ I, mthe YWCA on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the plans and policies approved by
% M) `2 p" I3 [the Board of Directors;  
" G/ C9 G/ }- V! Y7 v% j+ Z•  Reporting to the board on a timely basis all relevant information regarding operations
' w+ g3 y! ~% D0 L& A2 `4 bincluding 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
the board;  
•  Developing and executing the annual operational and capital budget;  
5 Y- T6 e0 b1 W% o& ]! r% F•  Nurturing relationships with key stakeholders and community organizations to champion
( a; P  k* E% K% k  ]. Sthe 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;
•  Overseeing contract negotiation with various stakeholders;  
•  Fostering an environment of fair treatment of employees and volunteers through effective
9 b' j( U* N& Tselection, development, motivation, retention and appraisal systems;  
, P0 _% C4 H: Q% ~•  Encouraging the development of high-performance team members motivated to succeed;
1 }3 g1 f% O+ e# |•  Enhancing the public imagine and working relationship within our community to
  p$ w7 s* x) z& ~! Ceffectively and positively represent the association;
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; y8 O* P7 R& D/ a5 ^( H$ X7 q•  Identifying the YWCA’s principle risks, reviewing those risks with the Board, and ensuring
& t4 y# Y) J4 athe implementation of systems to manage these risks;  
+ Z( V4 A: b1 P# y•  Establishing, in conjunction with the Board Chair and Board, an annual list of personal
1 ~; O2 l1 k$ Q7 F4 h7 z1 C4 v$ Sperformance objectives (within the context of the strategic plan) to be achieved by the ED
the forthcoming year;  
2 I# T; H) _, ^' A( e$ F•  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
+ c- P! [4 d; D/ v! `! R1 `" y" YYWCA Canada; and
: M. B/ V# h* t/ F+ Y5 ]•  Acting as an Ex-Officio member of the Board, all Board Committees and Board Task
Forces.  
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& r7 r5 ?1 O5 X( y/ KRequired Skills & Abilities
2 ^% ~0 H7 S  h5 R& X•  Ability to develop and understand organizational goals, objectives and operations;
' m* H% C+ Z1 a0 J4 c5 q& e5 J5 H•  Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus
. ^! R! s( S5 _; v9 s4 ^around 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;
•  Ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor a significant number of functions / tasks
simultaneously;
•  Interpersonal Skills – Exceptional listening and communication skills and ability to build
+ I& N% r- m) ?8 T/ drapport with stakeholders and diverse audiences in a variety of settings;
8 H! ]1 h. w9 p2 K2 S5 a5 h& {•  Experience leading and empowering individuals to become star performers; and
/ H" i0 w% X: b•  Superior negotiation skills.
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Required Professional Designation / Certification
•  Post secondary degree or equivalent experience.
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Required Experience
$ H3 Z- |' J& C# T! o$ o$ \•  Minimum of 10 years experience managing multi-service non-profit organizations;
4 \6 Q; j  B( ], _. X3 x•  Strong knowledge of government contracts and demonstrated negotiation
+ _- L, `# ]$ Q, u. fabilities;
•  Exceptional interpersonal skills including knowledge of Public Relations,
" J9 ]& e2 T% f0 L' YNetworking and Fundraising;
•  Strong business acumen and familiarity with risk management, budgeting, forecasting
; `; }8 B4 ^9 F0 z2 b& j$ T3 Nand financial statements; and
•  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:
YWCAedmonton.recruitment@gmail.com

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